Things To Do
PJ's Coffee
Mike's sister, Hannah, told Elizabeth about the best drink in the world- a Granita. TRY IT!
The National WWII Museum
If you are a history buff, then this museum is a MUST VISIT!
Cafe Du Monde French Market
If you're looking for a delicious treat late at night or early in the morning and you want to take in some beautiful New Orleanian architecture while you enjoy some beignets, Cafe du Monde is the place for you! Located across the street from Jackson Square, Cafe du Monde is a staple for folks visiting from out of town. After you're finished with your beignets and coffee, take a stroll down the street to the French Market and around the French Quarter to experience all that is NOLA.
New Orleans Streetcar Ride
For out of town guests staying at the Hampton Inn or Hotel Indigo, you can walk right outside of the hotel doors and hop on the street car. Enjoy a street car ride all through the Uptown of New Orleans, admiring the beautiful homes that line St. Charles Avenue or take the streetcar into downtown and hop off on Canal Street where you'll find shopping and all kinds of delicious NOLA restaurants.
NOLA Food Suggestions
Casual/Poboy Restaurants: - Parkway Tavern; For incredible roast beef or shrimp poboys, located in Mid City. - Johnny’s Poboys; Decent poboys but great if you are in the French Quarter. - Frankie & Johnnie; MUST GO HERE. - Casamento; If you like oysters, this place is a MUST! Semi-casual/nice casual: - Mandina’s. - Peche; Super fresh, good seafood. - Pascal’s Manale. - Palace Cafe; Hop off the street car on Canal Street and feast. - Tableau. High end: - Galatoire’s. - Antoine’s. - Commander’s Palace.
Architecture Drive
Elizabeth LOVES the architecture in New Orleans. It's BEAUTIFUL. Take a drive through Uptown, Mid City, Garden District, and along Magazine Street. (You should really ask Mike for directions- E just remembered those names off the top of her head.)