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From boutique shopping and delicious dining to live music and vibrant nightlife, New Orleans offers the ultimate backdrop for an unforgettable, fun-filled girls’ bachelorette getaway!
Nothing like a bachelorette in New Orleans
From shopping and dining to live music and nightlife, New Orleans is the perfect destination for a fun-filled, all-girls bachelorette trip!
A Decadent Brunch
Legend has it that New Orleans is the birthplace of brunch, so what better way to kick the party off than with a delicious brunch in an Instagram-worthy setting at either The Country Club or Jack Rose. For a classic New Orleans experience, try the Jazz Brunch at Commander’s Palace, where you will enjoy live music and a James Beard award-winning menu. If you are looking for bottomless mimosas or Bloody Marys, Saint John in the French Quarter is an excellent choice. Their brunch is offered six days a week, and in addition to their champagne and cocktail specials, you can find decadent Creole and Southern cuisine in a lively atmosphere.
Become a Cocktail Expert
Explore New Orleans’ cocktail culture with an immersive visit to the Sazerac House. Known as the creator of the first cocktail in the city, Sazerac House offers distillery tours, sampling stations, cocktail-making demonstrations, an on-site tour, and much more. Or take your cocktail knowledge on the road with a cocktail walking tour that combines a bit of history with some of New Orleans’ signature drinks with a cocktail tour. Sip your way around the city as you visit famous bars and local favourites, sampling iconic drinks along the way.
Take a Stroll through the Historic French Quarter
The French Quarter is a legendary neighbourhood, famous for its restaurants, nightlife, and stunning architecture. Plan to spend some time exploring its beautiful streets, stopping along the way for shopping, beverages, or snacks. Start at Decatur Street, home to unique shops, vibrant local art, and iconic New Orleans landmarks where your group will have a good time simply walking around with a cocktail in hand. French Quarter’s Royal Street is home to lots of great art galleries, as well as family-owned antique shops and fantastic street artists and musicians providing a lively atmosphere to enjoy your time with the gang.
Spend an Afternoon Exploring Magazine Street
No girls’ trip to New Orleans is complete without at least a couple of hours along Magazine. Whether you plan to shop or not, Magazine Street is a destination of its own. Head to this fashionable six-mile stretch to find adorable boutiques, jaw-dropping antiques, home-goods stores, and awe-inspiring art galleries. Best of all, it is dotted with cute cafes perfect for stopping in for a cocktail, coffee, light lunch, or quick snack.
Learn Your Future with a Psychic Reading
New Orleans is known as one of the most haunted cities in the USA. Tap into the mystic arts with a psychic reading near Jackson Square in the heart of the French Quarter. With a bachelorette party in New Orleans, your future is sure to hold a ton of fun. If you are interested in even more spooky or supernatural fun, take your group shopping at the Marie Laveau House of Voodoo, or schedule some time for either a haunted history or a cemetery walking tour.
Get Your Coffee Fix with a Twist
When you start slowing down in the afternoon, drop into Erin Rose for one of their famous frozen Irish Coffees. For the bride with a sweet tooth, head to Drip Affogato Bar, where you will find different combinations of locally made gelato topped with premium espresso, as well as several other craft cocktails and small bites. Other New Orleans favourites include Backatown Coffee Parlour in the Treme known for their sweet potato pie, The Vintage on Magazine Street for their sharable beignet bites, and French Truck which has multiple locations across the city from the French Quarter to Magazine Street and some of the best cold brew in town.
Take a Trip into the Swamp
Head into New Orleans’ famous swamps on a tour for a high-speed airboat ride, where you will get to see the unique plants and animals that call Louisiana home. You might even get a chance to hold a baby alligator – an experience your friends are sure to remember long after the wedding is over!
Check Out Some Live, Local Music
Take your pick from any of the exciting clubs on Frenchmen Street offering a wide range of music from jazz and blues to reggae and rock. You will find a little bit of everything on this famous street including a bustling nighttime art market for browsing between shows.
Heat Things Up with a Cooking Class
Cooking classes are a great way to bond with your crew as you get your hands dirty making signature New Orleans Cajun and Creole dishes like jambalaya, gumbo, and more. A few of our favorites include the New Orleans School of Cooking and The Deelightful Roux Schools of Cooking. Whether you are a master chef or a kitchen newbie, you’ll love digging into your creations at the end of these classes.
Create Your Signature Scent
Located in the heart of the French Quarter, Tijon offers hands-on perfume classes, where you and your girls can mix and match more than 300 oils to create your own, one-of-a-kind fragrances. Best of all, if you fall in love with the scent, they will keep your precise formulation on file so that it can be re-ordered in the future.
Treat the Bride-to-be to a Luxurious Cocktail Hour
Nothing says luxury quite like caviar, and a place to get it is at Jewel of the South. Recently named one of the 50 Best Bars in the USA, this gorgeous Creole cottage on the edge of the Quarter has an atmosphere that’s equal parts cozy and cool with a beautifully lush hidden courtyard to boot. The cocktails here are expertly crafted, and the caviar service is top-notch. Or go for a spin at the Carousel Bar. This magical bar inside Hotel Monteleone is one of the best places to grab a nightcap in New Orleans. With a slowly rotating vintage carousel serving as a bar, this peaceful ride is a fantastic way to end the night.
Take in the Good Views
Getting the perfect backdrop for the group pics is a priority, and any of New Orleans’ Instagrammable spots will definitely fit the bill. Rooftop bars are also never a bad idea for a bachelorette weekend¬–and in the warmer months. But if you are really looking to immerse yourself in the culture and sounds of New Orleans, Vue Orleans is the place. Take some time to wander through the exhibits exploring everything from New Orleans’ music to our cuisine, and then head to the top floors for jaw-dropping, 360-degree views of the city skyline. Best of all, you’re only steps from the Four Seasons New Orleans, so once you’re done taking in the sights, head down the elevator to toast your bestie under the massive crystal chandelier in their stunning lobby bar, the Chandelier Bar.
