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Where to Find the Fun in New Orleans’ French Quarter

October 1, 2025
Where to Find the Fun in New Orleans’ French Quarter
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Guest contributor: Paul Hardersen

Step into New Orleans’ French Quarter and you’ll know right away—this isn’t just another U.S. city. Cobblestone streets hum with music, balconies drip with history, and the locals celebrate life with contagious flair. But with so much to do, where should you start? Here are my favorite stops that keep me coming back again and again.

Stay in Style

👉 Hotel Monteleone

 Since 1886, this has been the Quarter’s crown jewel. Think rooftop pool, old-world charm, and the legendary Carousel Bar that actually rotates.

Soak in the Scene

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👉 Jackson Square – The heartbeat of the Quarter. Street performers, artists, and musicians bring the square alive. Don’t rush—wander, listen, and let it unfold.

Sink Your Teeth In

👉 The Vampire Apothecary

A nod to New Orleans’ love of the supernatural. Great food, gothic vibes, and just the right amount of bite.

Fine Dining, French Quarter Style

👉 Brennan’s

Elegant Creole cuisine worth dressing up for.

👉 Tujague’s

The city’s second-oldest restaurant, serving tradition with flair.

Tour Like a Local

👉 Unique NOLA Tours

Ghosts, gardens, and secret corners. Guides here don’t just recite—they live the stories.

Powdered Bliss

beignets

Photo by Paul Hardersen

👉 Café Beigne

Beignets are mandatory. Hot, sweet, and showered in powdered sugar.

And here’s the kicker—parades pop up when you least expect them. That’s the magic of the Quarter: history and mystery, flavor and fun, all swirling together. Go once, and you’ll already be planning your return.

Paul has given us a great start to exploring the charm, secrets, tastes and allure of NOLO…take your CONMIGO Every Day/Every Where bag with you so you can bring home some alligator sausage, beignet mix or voodoo charms

To learn more about New Orleans or for assistance in organizing your next adventure, contact Paul, the owner of Seadog Travels, an ocean-themed travel agency and tour company. Seadog Travels focuses on immersive group adventures through group tours, travel, and cruises. Learn more at https://seadogtravels.com.