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The 9 Best Things to do in New Orleans at Night

An Itinerary to Keep You Up All Night Long!

New Orleans, Louisiana, is the best destination for night owls. The nightlife in New Orleans continues until dawn, be sure to start your evening with an espresso martini to keep you up and running until the morning! Whether you want to blackout or stay sober, there is a nighttime activity in Crescent City. Don't sleep and miss out on the thrilling nightlife! Here are the nine best things to do in New Orleans at night.

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#1 - Enjoy a Drink at a New Orleans Rooftop Bar: Rosie's On the Roof

Rosie's On the Roof is a casual rooftop bar on top of The Higgins Hotel New Orleans in the Warehouse District. It is the perfect place to either start or end your evening out! Enjoy views of the Mississippi River and Downtown New Orleans as you sip your drink. No reservations are needed, but seating is given on a first-come, first serve basis. Locals say that you should order the Riveter!

Rosie's on the Roof Hours:

Sun - Thurs | 5 pm - 9 pm
Fri - Sat | 5 pm - 10 pm

Rosie's on the Roof Pricing:

Beers start at $6
Cocktails start at $12
Small plates start at $12

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#2 - Participate in a New Orleans Haunted Pub Crawl

Explore the most haunted areas of New Orleans with a drink in your hand! The crawl starts at Jax Brewery, where you will meet your tour guide. The tour will take you through the most famous haunted places in New Orleans, including LaLaurie Mansion (from "American Horror Story: Coven"), Sultan's Palace, and Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop. The pub crawl is a 2-hour stroll, under a mile, with frequent stops at local bars!

New Orleans Haunted Pub Crawl Hours:

Tours 7 days a week at 5 pm & 7:30 pm

New Orleans Haunted Pub Crawl Pricing:

Adults (21+) - $29
Book your tickets here!

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The Degas House wedding venue and boutique hotel room with balcony

#3 - Spend the Night at The Degas House

One of the best things to do at night is sleep! As lame as it may sound, it is one of the most fun ways to spend your evening. Spice up your evening routine with a change of scenery! Enjoy at night at the historic home of Edgar Degas, a French Impressionist. You will get to stay in one of the bedrooms inspired by his family members! Take a step back and enjoy a night of history, luxury, and comfort at The Degas House.

The Degas House Historic Home & Hotel Hours:

Open 24/7 for overnight guests

The Degas House Historic Home & Hotel Pricing:

Pricing starts at $189/night
Book your stay here!

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#4 - Explore New Orleans on a Segway

Tired of sightseeing on foot? It's time to do it on a segway instead! It's a fun way to explore the city and doesn't tire out your feet. Segway tours are focused more heavily on sightseeing rather than history. So, book a segway tour if you're looking for an overview of the city!

New Orleans Segway Tour Hours:

Most segway tours run until 8 pm

New Orleans Segway Tour Pricing:

Segway tours cost $50-60

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New Orleans Live Street Music, Second Line Band

#5 - Enjoy New Orleans' Street Music

When in New Orleans, you must enjoy some live music! It's practically the law. The culture of New Orleans today was built by musicians. Music has shaped New Orleans into a magical city that people come from all over to visit! You can find live music on almost every street corner. Spend your evening trying to find as many local musicians as possible. We promise it won't disappoint!

New Orleans Street Music Hours:

24/7

New Orleans Street Music Pricing:

Free

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#6 - Watch the Sunset on a New Orleans Riverboat Cruise

Enjoy a dinner jazz cruise down the Mississippi river in New Orleans! Dining aboard the New Orleans Riverboat Cruise is a truly unique experience. Dinner features a buffet of New Orleans favorites. Then, you'll watch the sunset while sipping a cocktail and listening to live jazz. Name a more perfect evening than this!

New Orleans Riverboat Cruise Hours:

7 days a week at 7 pm

New Orleans Riverboat Cruise Pricing:

Evening Jazz Sightseeing Cruise (without dinner)
Adults - $50
Children (6-12) - $24.50
Children (0-5) - Free

Evening Jazz Sightseeing Cruise (with dinner)
Adults - $95
Children (6-12) - $44
Children (0-5) - $22.25

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#7 - Attend a New Orleans Craft Cocktail Walking Tour

You must try a couple of cocktails in the city known for partying! One of the best cocktail tours in New Orleans is the Craft Cocktail Walking Tour by Gray Line. Take this walking tour on your first day in New Orleans to know all the best places to drink for the rest of your stay! You must be over the age of 21 to attend this tour. The tour is 2.5 hours in length and starts each day at 4 pm. Wear casual and comfortable clothing and prepare to walk and taste delicious drinks!

New Orleans Craft Cocktail Walking Tour Hours:

Departs each day at 4 pm (arrive 15 minutes before)

New Orleans Craft Cocktail Walking Tour Pricing:

$29 per person

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#8 - Visit the New Orleans Aquarium: Audubon Aquarium of the Americas

The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas is one of the highest-rated aquariums in the nation! Inside, you can find over 15,000 sea life creatures, representing 600 different species. The Audubon Aquarium houses rare and endangered animals; look for the white alligator when visiting!

Audubon Aquarium of Americas Hours:

Thurs - Mon | 10 am - 5 pm

Audubon Aquarium of Americas Pricing:

Non-Member Adult (13-64) - $27
Non-Member Senior (65+) - $22
Non-Member Child (2-12) - $22

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#9 - Dine in the French Quarter at Antoine's

Antoine's was established in 1840 and is the oldest family-run restaurant in New Orleans. If you're looking for a nice luxury and class, dine at Antoine's. Business casual dining is required, and reservations are recommended when dining here. You can book online or call to reserve a table.

Antoine's Hours:

Brunch: Sun | 10:30 am - 2 pm
Lunch: Thurs-Mon | 11 am - 2 pm
Dinner: Thurs-Mon | 5 pm - 9 pm

Antoine's Cost:

Prices vary. Check the menu here!