🍻 New Orleans Guys’ Trip – 6 Days of Bourbon, Brass & Bayou Stories

Morning & Afternoon:
Touch down in New Orleans, and head to your French Quarter hotel. Unwind and toast your arrival with a classic cocktail at The Sazerac Bar, a nod to the city’s cocktail heritage.

Evening:
Fuel up on bold Cajun and Creole flavors at Cochon or Luke, then head to Bourbon Street for a legendary kickoff. Start at Pat O’Brien’s, continue to The Swamp, and cap it off with live music and good vibes at Maison on Frenchmen Street.

Highlights:

• Iconic southern welcome with timeless cocktails.
• Dinner and nightlife along Bourbon Street and beyond.
• Live brass and jazz to set the trip’s tone.

Accommodation: The Roosevelt Hotel, Hotel Monteleone, or similar property.

Morning & Afternoon:
Recover in style at Ruby Slipper Café, known for hearty southern breakfasts, before embarking on a guided tour of the French Quarter. Explore haunted spots, voodoo legends, and the area’s darker side.

Pause for lunch at the iconic Napoleon House, complete with a muffuletta and a Pimm’s Cup. Spend your afternoon on a food crawl, savoring gumbo, crawfish étouffée, and more. End with beers at Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop, reputed to be the oldest bar in America.

Evening:
Enjoy dinner at Jacques-Imo’s Café, an off-the-beaten-path gem serving bold southern flavors. If you’re still up for it, laugh it off at a comedy show, relax in a whiskey lounge, or catch some sultry jazz.

Highlights:

• Ghostly tales and hidden gems in the French Quarter.
• Food crawl featuring iconic New Orleans flavors.
• Classic cocktails at one of America’s oldest bars.

Accommodation: The Roosevelt Hotel, Hotel Monteleone, or similar property.

Morning & Afternoon:
Take an airboat tour of the swamp for an authentic taste of the bayou. Glide past cypress trees, spot gators, and soak up the uniquely serene setting. Afterward, chow down on po’boys at Li’l Dizzy’s Café or Parkway Tavern.

Stroll through Jackson Square in the late afternoon and stop for a cigar at May Baily’s Place, an old-school bar with vintage vibes.

Evening:
Dinner at Peche Seafood Grill sets the tone for a night back on Frenchmen Street, where the bars are buzzing. Opt for karaoke at The Cat’s Meow if the night calls for something spirited and loud.

Highlights:

• Swamp airboat adventures and bayou wildlife.
• Classic po’boys and southern comfort food.
• Nightlife ranging from lively karaoke to laid-back jazz.

Accommodation: The Roosevelt Hotel, Hotel Monteleone, or similar property.

Morning & Afternoon:
Plan a day tailored to your crew’s interests to mix things up. Select from the following options:

• Option A: Cocktail Crafting Class – perfect your Old Fashioned or Sazerac under the guidance of a pro.
• Option B: Cemetery & History Tour – visit St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 for a deep-dive into crypts, voodoo, and NOLA lore.
• Option C: VIP Whiskey or Cigar Lounge Experience – sit back with bourbon flights and unwind like kings.

Evening:
Gather the group for dinner at Compère Lapin or GW Fins, and end the night your way. Whether you enjoy another Bourbon Street club night or relax at a cigar bar, it’s a night for the books.

Highlights:

• Tailored daytime activities to suit every personality.
• Dynamic dining experiences with local flair.
• Bourbon whiskey, cigars, and relaxed vibes for the win.

Accommodation: The Roosevelt Hotel, Hotel Monteleone, or similar property.

Morning & Afternoon:
Ease into the day with a hangover-friendly brunch at Willa Jean or Palace Café, then explore at your leisure. Visit the French Market for souvenirs or stroll through Royal Street’s galleries. For history buffs, The National WWII Museum is an absolute must.

Evening:
Wrap up your trip with rooftop cocktails at Hot Tin Rooftop, where sweeping skyline views complement your final toast. Grab late-night snacks from local favorites Dat Dog or Verti Marte, then call it a night.

Highlights:

• Relaxed exploration of markets, galleries, and bars.
• Optional cultural deep-dive at the city’s top museum.
• Memorable rooftop toast to seal the trip.

Accommodation: The Roosevelt Hotel, Hotel Monteleone, or similar property.

Morning:
Say goodbye with powdered sugar-covered beignets and chicory coffee at Café du Monde. Reflect on a whirlwind of a trip as you wander the French Quarter one last time.

Afternoon:
Transfer to the airport to return home, carrying memories, bold flavors, and perhaps a bit of NOLA’s irreverent spirit with you.

Highlights:

• Last indulgence in iconic New Orleans beignets.
• Souvenir shopping and quick strolls to close out your trip.
• Smooth departure from the heart of the Crescent City.