New Orleans, or Nola as its sometimes referred to, is most famous for Mardi Gras, daiquiris and Bourbon Street. With parades year-round and over-the-top street drinking, it’s the perfect place for a festive bachelorette weekend or a girls’ getaway.
If you’re looking to plan an incredible girls’ getaway in the US, look no further – New Orleans should be No.1 on your list of places to have your bachelorette party weekend if you are looking for a wild, crazy and party-filled weekend. From masquerade balls to Jazz festivals – Nola has it all and more!
We share the best bachelorette activities, places to brunch, picturesque spots, hidden gems and more in this ultimate bachelorette guide to New Orleans.
Things To Do On A New Orleans Bachelorette Party
New Orleans has made a name for itself as being the party capital of the south. With so much to do in addition to the live music, it is hard to narrow it down to a top 10 things to do for a bachelorette – but I have tried! Here are some of the best things to do in New Orleans on your girls getaway!
1) Eat Beignets And Have A Cafe Au Lait At Cafe Du Monde
Cafe Du Monde is the most famous cafe or restaurant in New Orleans. This is a well-established brand that attracts people from all over the country to come and try their beignets and have a cup of Café au lait. No trip to the city is complete without a visit to Cafe Du Monde.
2) Have A Hurricane (Drink) While Walking Down Bourbon Street
A hurricane drink is a traditional cocktail found on the streets of New Orleans. The cocktail consists of rum, orange juice, passionfruit juice and grenadine. The cocktail was made created by Pat O’Brien’s during World War II. This is a must-try while visiting Nola. Another must-try cocktail is the Hand Grenade.
3) Watch A Saints Football Game (Fall) Or A Basketball Game (Fall And Spring)
If you happen to be on a bachelorette party in New Orleans in the fall, make sure you try and catch a Saints home football game or a Pelicans basketball game. The city fills with people on game day and everyone is up for a full day of tailgating and partying.
4) Walk Around Jackson Square And See The Street Performers And Artists
Jackson Square is the main square in the city, with the St. Louis Cathedral and a park. The square is filled with street performers, people selling paints and handcrafts. It’s a great place to walk around and explore.
5) Take A Walking Tour Of The Garden District
The Garden District offers a unique insight into the quieter side of the city, with historic mansions, gardens, impressive cemeteries and preserved mansions.
6) Watch One Of The City’s Parades
New Orleans has a parade for every occasion. Mardi Gras is the biggest event of the year for the city in February/March, with parades every day for multiple weeks on end. But the city has other parades throughout the year, including St Patrick’s Day, Easter, Pride, Halloween and the French Quarter Festival.
7) Go Bar Hopping On Bourbon Street
For a night on the town, head to Bourbon Street. This street is lined with bars and nightclubs, offering incredible cocktails and drink offers. Many of these bars and clubs have live bands every night and, of course, your favorite daiquiris.
8) Have Brunch On Magazine Street
Magazine Street offers a quieter alternative to the French Quarter but still has many dining options. It is also one of the best places for brunch in the city. Its location outside the main area means it’s often quieter than some of the downtown brunch options. The street also has quaint coffee shops and stores to explore.
9) Spend The Morning Relaxing At A Spa
No bachelorette party weekend would be complete without a visit to a spa and what better way to dust off the hangover than enjoying a morning at a spa with your girl gang.
There are many options when it comes to spa choices. Some of the top hotels have spas that allow non-guests to purchase a morning or day pass, including the Spa at the Ritz-Carlton, The Waldorf Astoria Spa, and Windsor Court.
10) Head To The French Market
The French Market is a long indoor-outdoor market with lots of individual stores selling various products from handmade souvenirs, food, drinks and other unique items. This is one of the best places in the city to purchase gifts or souvenirs to take home.
Best Tours In New Orleans For A Bachelorette Party
There are plenty of fun tours in New Orleans. Here are five that are great for a bachelorette party!
- Take your girls on a trip along the Mississippi River on a Steamboat Natchez, where you can listen to live jazz music and enjoy a traditional meal.
- For a trip outside the city to the wetlands, take an Airboat Tour to experience one of Louisiana’s famous swamps and see lots of wildlife.
- For a unique way to explore the French Quarter, take a carriage ride and enjoy a different perspective of the district while learning all about the city’s history and culture.
- Another great relaxing activity is a Mississippi River Creole Queen history cruise with great views of the city and surrounding area while enjoying a drink and a meal on board.
- New Orleans is well known for its witchcraft and spirits. A great way to explore and hear all about this side of the city is on a ghost, vampires and voodoo French Quarter Tour.
Best Hotels In New Orleans For A Bachelorette Party
There are many great hotels in New Orleans to choose from and a handful that seriously cater to the bachelorette party groups with rooftop pools, bars and bottomless brunches. Here are 10 of the best hotels in New Orleans for a bachelorette party!
- JW Marriot New Orleans – Located in the Central Business District, this hotel is ideally located to walk around the city to the major attractions, bars and restaurants.
- The Westin New Orleans – This hotel has a mix of suites, presidential suites, traditional rooms, deluxe rooms and superior rooms, ideal for a bachelorette weekend with rooms sleeping up to three people.
- La Galerie French Quarter Hotel – Decorated with whites, beiges and dark blue accents, this hotel has rooms sleeping either two or four people. You will also find a restaurant, bar, lounge, and a coffee shop within the hotel.
- Bourbon Orleans Hotel – This historic hotel is located in the French Quarter and features traditional furnishings. The hotel is within walking distance of Bourbon Street, restaurants, Jackson Square and bars.
- The Mercantile Hotel New Orleans – This property has rooms sleeping between two and four people in one and two-bed suites. This three-star hotel has a bar, rooms with kitchenettes and a snack bar.
- NOPSI Hotel – This hotel has over 200 rooms, making it a huge hotel in the city. The hotel has a swimming pool, three bars, a restaurant and even a poolside bar. The rooms can sleep between two and four guests, making it an excellent place for a bachelorette weekend.
- Virgin Hotels New Orleans – Complete with a rooftop bar and swimming pool, this hotel is a great place to relax with your girls and a cocktail in hand. Complete with the iconic Virgin red, this hotel is bright and lively.
- One11 Hotel – This boutique hotel has 83 rooms, mixing king rooms, double rooms and suites. The hotel also has an outdoor swimming pool ideal for relaxing with a dining area and bar.
- The Eliza Jane – Located in the New Orleans Central Business District, this hotel is close to Canal Street, Cafe Du Monde and local restaurants. This four-star hotel has a fitness center, a bar, a lounge and all the amenities you need for a bachelorette party.
- Windsor Court Hotel – This hotel has a full-service spa, outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and a poolside bar. The rooms in this hotel have large windows with city skyline views and teal accents.
You can also check out our guide to the best Airbnbs and vacation rentals in New Orleans.
Best Group Vacation Rentals In New Orleans For A Bachelorette
The hotels in New Orleans are extravagant and lively, but nothing beats renting a property and having all your girls in one place for the bachelorette weekend. Here are a couple of large vacation rental properties that you can rent for the weekend.
For a complete list of Airbnbs and vacation rentals for groups, check out our top vacation rentals in New Orleans article!
Mid City Private House
The four-bedroom, four-bathroom house sleeps up to eight people comfortably and it’s close to plenty of bars and restaurants, including some of the best brunch spots in the city!
Inside the house, you’ll find a huge dining room with seats for up to 10, a huge TV, a master suite upstairs and three more bedrooms.
This house is also reasonably priced given the quality and its central location, making it an excellent bachelorette rental!
- Location: Mid City New Orleans
- Sleeps: 8 guests
- Size: 4 bedrooms / 4 beds / 3 baths
- Price: Check Latest Prices
French Quarter Firehouse
Located close to the Faubourg Marigny neighborhood, still being close enough to visit the restaurants and bars of the French Quarter.
With seven bedrooms, this house can sleep up to 14 guests over three floors, ideal for a bachelorette party. The firehouse has two living areas, a courtyard with a fountain, and a unique restored firehouse with a pool table.
- Location: New Orleans
- Sleeps: 14 guests
- Size: 7 bedrooms / 7 beds / 6 baths
- Price: Check Latest Prices
Jon Vaccari Design Home
Located on St Charles Avenue within the Garden District, just a short distance from the Convention Center and Superdome. The Design House is the perfect place for a bachelorette party, with space to sleep up to 13 of your girl gang.
This home has sophisticated and luxurious furnishings within a Greek Revival house and was built in 1853. Inside, you will find six bedrooms, a bar, living room areas and a balcony with an outdoor deck area.
- Location: New Orleans
- Sleeps: 13 guests
- Size: 6 bedrooms / 6 beds / 6 baths
- Price: Check Latest Prices
Best Restaurants In New Orleans For A Bachelorette Party
New Orleans is filled with world-class restaurants, varying from seafood to creole and all other types of cuisine, making it hard to choose where to dine. Here are our suggestions for 10 of the best restaurants in New Orleans for bachelorette parties.
- Sylvain – This restaurant is a local favorite, with iconic Southern food and locally inspired craft cocktails, all in a cozy carriage house built in the late 1700s.
- Bourbon House – This seafood and oyster bar is the place to go for seafood. The menu consists of traditional favorites such as shrimp, catfish, oysters and the classic gumbo.
- Criollo Restaurant – This restaurant combines Spanish, French and Italian cuisines combined with Caribbean cuisine to create the traditional Louisiana Creole. Open from brunch and lunch. This restaurant has an extensive menu with beignets, gumbo, pancakes, eggs dishes, sandwiches and salads.
- Broussard’s – First opened in 1920. This restaurant offers French-Creole cuisine within a dining area, courtyard and bar environment. Located close to Bourbon Street in the French Quarter, this restaurant is in the middle of the action.
- Brennan’s – Winner of the Wine Spectator Grand Award 2021 this is the place to visit if your girl gang likes to drink wine. There is an extensive wine list along with a large champagne menu. But wine and champagne aren’t the only things on the menu. You will find fresh seafood, gumbo, salads, tenderloin and short rib.
- Emeril’s – Since 1990, this restaurant has been serving New Orleans-inspired cuisine with a twist. The restaurant has tasting menus. There is also a vegetarian option and other dishes such as lobster and hot and cold dishes.
- Deanie’s Seafood – Often referred to by locals as the best seafood restaurant in the city, Deanie’s Seafood offers fresh Louisiana seafood prepared with Creole seasoning.
- Peche – With cuisine inspired by South America, Spain and the Gulf Coast, this restaurant is located on the quieter Magazine Street. This restaurant has won numerous awards for its excellence.
- Le Petite Grocery – Open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch on Magazine Street. This restaurant is run by Chef Justin Devillier and his wife Mia, who have created a family feel in the city’s middle.
- Arnaud’s Restaurant – Located in the heart of Bourbon Street, this fine dining establishment serves classic creole cuisine in a relaxing environment. The restaurant has an à la carte menu, a Mardi Gras menu, a Jazz brunch menu and an extensive cocktail menu.
Best Brunch Spots In New Orleans For A Bachelorette Party
Brunch is everyone’s favorite bachelorette activity and New Orleans takes brunch to a whole new level.
- Satsuma Cafe – This community cafe and brunch spot offers cold-pressed juices, fresh coffee, breakfast sandwiches and small plates. Satsuma offers brunch and lunch options every day of the week.
- Elizabeth’s Restaurant – Elizabeth’s slogan is “Real Food Done Real Good”, with brunch served on both Saturday and Sunday. The brunch menu offers Louisiana favorites such as grits, biscuits and gravy, fresh fruit and boudin balls. There is also a brunch cocktail menu with spiked coffee, bloody mary’s, a Pimm’s cup and a morning margarita.
- Atchafalaya Restaurant – Located within a rustic but elegant building, Atchafalaya is a small creole cottage offering brunch from Thursday to Monday.
- Willa Jean – Open daily, the Willa Jean has an extensive brunch menu with a combination of your favorite brunch items combined with biscuits, soups and sandwiches.
- Cafe Du Monde – One of the most famous restaurants in New Orleans, Cafe Du Monde offers beignets and incredible coffee open an incredible dining experience as it has done since 1862.
- The Ruby Slipper Cafe – This restaurant is a local favorite, with 11 restaurants around the region, all serving typical Louisiana dishes. With French toast bites, shrimp and grits, breakfast tacos and French toast.
- Beaucoup Eats – This is located in a Mid-City New Orleans neighborhood. This brunch spot is open on Saturday and Sunday.
- Commons Club – Located within the Virgin Hotel New Orleans, the Commons Club serves brunch on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Here you will find bottomless mimosas, Brut rose (Fridays) and an extensive cocktail list.
- Palm & Pine – With a Sunday brunch, Palm and Pine offer an extensive brunch menu in the French Quarter. They also provide special brunches for events such as Mardi Gras.
- Peacock Room – With brunch on Saturday and Sunday, this restaurant offers an upscale brunch with an extensive cocktail list. Try the High Tea Punch for 2 for a boozy afternoon tea with a twist.
Best Rooftops In New Orleans For A Bachelorette Party
Rooftop bars are hard to come by in New Orleans, but there are a few to choose from with incredible views of the city and surrounding areas. Almost every bar has a fantastic city skyline view and offers unique and wonderful cocktails.
- Hot Tin Bar – This St Charles Avenue rooftop bar is located within the Pontchartrain Hotel, a 1940s inspired space. The rooftop has incredible 270-degree views of downtown New Orleans combined with craft cocktails and an exterior and interior location.
- Monkey Board – With classic New Orleans-style cocktails, this rooftop bar has incredible views of the city through its open and closed-style windows. Head to Monkey Board for an incredible view of the sun setting over the city.
- Alto – At Alto, you don’t just have to purchase a beer. The menu offers a beer and a shot and buckets of five beers or seltzers. They also have your girl’s favorite cocktails and wine options. The rooftop has a covered area but also has a swimming pool.
- Rooftop at the Roosevelt – At the Roosevelt hotel, the rooftop is more than just a rooftop bar. You can hang out here all day with cabanas, a swimming pool and of course a poolside bar.
- The Rooftop at Selina Catahoula – Selina is known for its hostel vibes and co-working spaces, but this New Orleans location also has a great rooftop bar. Located in the Central Business District, this rooftop has lots of relaxing space with sun loungers and a cocktail bar.
Best Bars In New Orleans For A Bachelorette Party
New Orleans has a party reputation, with bars open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. No matter what time you want to party, there is a bar open in Nola.
From our local experience, here are 10 of the best bars in New Orleans for bachelorette parties.
- Pat O’Brien’s – You can’t go to New Orleans without visiting Pat O’Brien’s with three different bars to choose from, all with unique features. Head to the piano bar to request your favorite song and hear two piano players battling it out. You have to try a hurricane drink here.
- Carousel Bar – Located within the Hotel Monteleone, the Carousel Bar is a local favorite with a revolving bar, live entertainment and an extensive cocktail selection.
- The Rum House – Located on Magazine Street, the Rum House is a Caribbean-inspired bar with a great happy hour, incredible margaritas and of course, rum cocktails.
- Sazerac Bar – Within the Roosevelt Hotel, this bar is a landmark within the city. This bar takes you back generations to the grandeur of old New Orleans.
- Jewel of the South – With innovative American cocktails and a long wine list, the Jewel of the South is a classic New Orleans tavern steeped in history.
- Tropical Isle – This bar is the bar of bars down Burbon Street. First opened in 1984, this bar is known for its Hand Grenade and Tropical Isle souvenir drinks. This is a must-visit for any trip to New Orleans.
- Anna’s – The drinks aren’t fancy at Anna’s, but the atmosphere is excellent. This locals hangout has a long, happy hour, a pool table, and a two-story 19th-century bank.
- Midnight Revival – Located within the Frenchmen Hotel, this bar has an extensive cocktail menu, live music and is conveniently located on Frenchmen Street.
- Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop – Built somewhere between 1722 and 1732, this bar is considered by many as one of the oldest in America.
- Molly’s at the Market – Located on Decatur Street, Molly’s has a unique cocktail menu, which includes Molly’s Famous Frozen Irish Coffee and Molly’s Root Beer Float. This is a great spot to visit on a parade day or special event in the city.
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How To Get To New Orleans
One thing that makes New Orleans an excellent destination for bachelorette parties is that it is easily accessible by direct flight from several cities around the United States and the world.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is just a fifteen-mile drive to the French Quarter without traffic. You can pick up an Uber at the airport, take the bus, airport shuttle or rent a car.
Best Time Of Year To Have A New Orleans Bachelorette Party?
New Orleans is a year-round party. There isn’t a wrong time to come to the city. But if you don’t like humidity and hot weather, avoid the peak summer.
New Orleans experiences a very hot summer with high humidity, making it a little uncomfortable. But its winters are cooler but still remain warm and nice to walk around.
New Orleans Bachelorette Party Ultimate Guide Wrap Up
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