New Orleans is the top destination to have your bachelorette party. Why? The food scene is amazing, the alcohol is cheap, and you can walk with your drink from one bar to the other. Not to mention, there are infinite bars that don’t close early like in other major cities. Last call? That’s not really a thing here.
We been part of a few NOLA Bachelorettes with babes from all over. Let’s just say, they left with no regrets (and with a pretty solid hangover).
We put this guide together for babes from out of town who want to plan a NOLA Bachelorette, or for NOLA babes that are helping plan one and need a few extra ideas from the party experts 😉
Where To Stay
Epic Stork’s Pool Paradise Escape
Uptown
If your Bachelorette party is pretty large, or you just don’t want to stay in a hotel you need to check out this gorgeous Airbnb in NOLA. For easy access to Ubers, public transportation, restaurants and hot spots, this is the place to stay at! You’ll even be walking distance from plenty of our favorite bars.
This property features 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, multiple living areas, a dining room, a huge kitchen and bar area, a pool and a hot tub. You might love this place so much, you won’t even want to step out of the house (but we suggest you do explore)! This company has a few other fabulous properties so be sure to check them them out! DM them on Instagram (@epicstork) and mention code “babesxo” and you’ll get 20% off your booking.
NOPSI Hotel
17 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA 70112
Gorgeous rooms, a fantastic restaurant, and an amazing rooftop bar and pool. If you stay at The NOPSI, you might not even need to leave the hotel (just kidding)! You will also be steps away from the French Quarter and some of our favorite restaurants and bars.
The Chloe
4125 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115
This is the newest hotel in town and y’all are going to love it! The Chloe was created by one of our favorite restaurant groups, and not only are the food and cocktails AMAZING, you’ll also be able to enjoy a pool, fabulous accommodations and you’ll be close to all of the best things in Uptown New Orleans.
The Eliza Jane
315 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Our favorite new hotel in the CBD, this one is perfect the girls! It’s everything femme from the pink and gold accents to being named for Eliza Jane Nicholson, publisher of The Daily Picayune and the first woman to own a major newspaper in the U.S. Plus, it’s just two blocks from the French Quarter and all that downtown has to offer, features a charming French restaurant and chic cocktail bar.
The Schedule
Ah New Orleans, there’s always SO MUCH to do and so little time. As locals we recommend you venture outside of the French Quarter at least for a few hours. There’s so much more to see than just Bourbon Street.
Schedules will vary depending if it’s your first time here, or if you and your babes have been here before. However, we do recommend you have a planned schedule before the #Bach as you’ll need to make reservations, and to make sure you cover all the spots you want to go to! Don’t wing it, it will make your life more complicated.
We recommend meeting up at the airport and grabbing an Uber together (cheapest and easiest way to get to the city). Once you check in to your hotel or Airbnb, freshen up (maybe even put on matching tees -suggestions below 👀) it’s time to head to the nearest bar or restaurant. Here are a few ideas of great places to go with a group,
Where To Eat
- Justine
- Gianna
- The Bower
- Birdys
- Bijou
- Mister Mao
- Sofia
- Saffron
- Costera
- Miss River
- Pluck Wine Bar
- Saba
- Compere Lapin
- Couvant
- Domenica
- Brigtsen’s
- Willa Jean
- Pêche
- Paladar 511
- Jack Rose
- Seaworthy
- Commander’s Palace
- The Franklin
- Sylvain
There are lots of other great places to eat in NOLA too! Check out the dining section of the blog or our Insta to check out more options.
Where To Drink
There are so many bars to check out in New Orleans that you would probably have to stay for months to go to all of them. We’ve tried to narrow it down to our current favorite spots to go out with a group. PS: Don’t forget your go cup!
Day Drinking
- We have a handy dandy list here.
To Start Off The Night
- Hot Tin
- Bar Marilou
- Bacchanal Wine
- Effervescence
- The Carousel Bar
- Jewel of the South
- Cure
- NOLA Brewing Co Tap Room
- The Columns Hotel
- The Elysian Bar
- Delechaise
- Copper Vine
Where to head around Midnight
- Tchoup Yard
- Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar
- Pat O’ Brien’s
- Bar hop on Frenchmen Street
- Hi Ho Lounge
After Hours
- F & Ms
- Grits
- Ms. Mae’s
- Gold Mine Saloon
- Santos
- The Saint
- Anywhere on Bourbon Street (if you are brave)
What To Do (Besides Eat And Drink)
Take A Tour Of The City
One of our favorite things about traveling is walking around a city in search for the best backdrop for a cute photo with our Babes. NOLA is filled with historical and ‘grammable spots. Get yourself a map of the city, get a streetcar pass and tour the French Quarter, Bywater, The Marigny, Mid City, The Garden District & Uptown.
If you have a little bit more room in your budget, ask your hotel or host for their favorite tour company.
Shop Till You Drop
Head to Magazine Street and find some of NOLA’s cutest boutiques. From handmade items, to freshly pressed tees, NOLA souvenirs and the cutest outfits and accessories, you’ll find it all. A few of our favorite shops are:
- Armoire Boutique
- The Elizabeth Chronicles
- Hemline
- DNO
- Heads Over Heels
- Funky Monkey
- Lucy Rose
- Kendra Scott (they can even host a color bar party for you and your babes!)
Check out our ultimate New Orleans shopping guide here.
Get a Party Bus
If your krewe is down to party, getting a party bus to take you around the city and stop at a few bars is the way to go!
Get Pampered
Some of our favorite local spots for pampering are:
- Nail Bar Nola
- Glasskin
- Spyre Center
- Paris Parker
Sweat New Orleans Style with Move Ya Brass
Beat your hangover by sweating it out and continuing the dance party! Our friend and the New Orleans songbird, Robin Barnes, started the most fun fitness classes in town. Sign your krewe up for a Move Ya Brass class the morning after, and ya’ll will be ready to party again in no time!
Go To A Show
New Orleans is the birthplace of great music and musicians. Check out a music show at a few of our favorite venues,
- House of Blues New Orleans
- The Filmore
- The Spotted Cat
- Maple Leaf
- Maison
- Preservation Hall
Check Out Festivals and/or Parades
NOLA is home to more than 100 festivals. From Jazz Fest to French Quarter Fest, Fried Chicken Fest, Beignet Fest and so much more. Check out this calendar and don’t miss these unique and so New Orleans experiences.
Eat Beignets, Duh
You can’t have a NOLA Bachelorette without beignets! Check out the iconic Café Du Monde, Morning Call, Café Beignet, NO Coffee & Beignet Co, and all of the beignet variations you’ll find at restaurants around town.
Planning trips and bachelorette parties can be stressful, we hope this guide helped! And most importantly, don’t forget to have fun! Though sometimes not everything might go as planned, the important thing is that you’re surrounded by your best friends and you’re celebrating the bride-to-be!
Cheers to the Feyoncé!
XOXO
Need help planning? Let’s chat!