New Orleans · Orleans County, LA
Date night in New Orleans
Scout analyzed 133 New Orleans places and surfaced the ones that actually fit date night.
Places analyzed
133
Matches
24
Typical spend
$75
Typical visit
1.5 hr
Scout-verified spots

French Quarter
St. Louis Cathedral
Visit St. Louis Cathedral for a brief historical and architectural stop in the French Quarter. It's a free, indoor activity that pairs well with exploring Jackson Square or nearby shops and cafes.

French Quarter
Pop City Boutique & The Crescent Collection Boutiques
This boutique is suitable for a quick browse for eclectic women's apparel and accessories, possibly as a stop during a French Quarter exploration. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and potentially $50-$150 if making a purchase.

B. W. Cooper
Five O Fore Golf + Entertainment
This is a good spot for a casual outing centered around golf simulators, suitable for families or a small group of friends. Plan for 1-2 hours of play and a few drinks or snacks, costing around $25-75 per person.

Family
Surge Entertainment
Surge Entertainment is good for a family afternoon or evening, offering diverse activities like bowling and arcade games. Plan for a 2-3 hour visit, costing roughly $25-75 per person depending on activities and food.

Central Business District
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Visit The Roosevelt for an upscale evening, perhaps starting with cocktails at the famous Sazerac Bar and followed by dinner or a special event. Expect to spend a few hours and a significant amount per person.

Family
K1 Speed New Orleans
K1 Speed offers indoor electric go-karting, making it a good energetic activity for families or groups, especially on weekends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $30-$70 per person for races and a snack.

Central Business District
The Windsor Court
The Windsor Court offers an upscale setting for a sophisticated evening, whether for drinks at the bar, dinner, or afternoon tea. Expect to spend a few hours and between $75-$500 per person depending on the activity.

French Quarter
The Carousel Bar & Lounge
Visit The Carousel Bar & Lounge for a unique cocktail experience in a historic hotel setting. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-75 per person, perhaps before or after dinner nearby.

Central Business District
Ghost Bar
Ghost Bar is a casual stop in the French Quarter for drinks, often good for a pre or post-dinner cocktail or a low-key hangout. Expect to spend $10-30 per person for a drink or two.

Mid-City
Woodhouse Spa - New Orleans
This is a good spot for a relaxing few hours, typically for a solo treat, a girls' day, or a special occasion. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and at least $150 per person for services.

Central Business District
Copper Vine Restaurant
Copper Vine is a chic spot for New American fare, wine, and cocktails. It's suitable for a relaxed dinner or brunch on the patio, expecting to spend $30-75 per person for about 1.5 hours.

French Quarter
Hemline French Quarter
Hemline French Quarter is a women's clothing store good for an hour of browsing or trying on clothes. It pairs well with a stroll through the French Quarter and is likely to involve a moderate spend if purchasing items.

French Quarter
The Presbytère
The Presbytère is a good stop for 1-2 hours to learn about Louisiana history, particularly Mardi Gras and Hurricane Katrina. Expect to spend $10-15 per person on admission. It pairs well with other French Quarter attractions.

French Quarter
Hotel Monteleone
Visiting the Carousel Bar at Hotel Monteleone offers a classic New Orleans cocktail experience, typically lasting 1-2 hours for a few drinks. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person and potentially wait for a seat at the revolving bar.

St. Thomas Development Neighborhood
Lotus Head Spa
This head spa is good for a relaxing solo treat or a special pampering experience, typically lasting about an hour and costing between $50-$150. It pairs well with a quiet meal afterward.

French Quarter
Spa Atlantis
Spa Atlantis is suitable for a relaxing solo or couples' wellness experience, typically lasting 1.5 to 3 hours. Expect to spend $100-$300 per person for services like massages or skin care.

French Quarter
Voodoo Lounge
Voodoo Lounge is a bar likely offering drinks and live music, good for an evening outing. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for an hour or two of drinks and entertainment.

Warehouse District
The NOW Massage Downtown New Orleans
This massage spa is good for a solo wellness break or to unwind during a weekend adventure. Expect to spend 60-90 minutes and $70-150 per person for a relaxing experience.

French Quarter
Steamboat NATCHEZ
The Steamboat NATCHEZ offers a scenic river cruise with dining and jazz, ideal for visitors to New Orleans. Expect a 2-hour experience costing $50-100 per person, best paired with exploring the French Quarter.

French Quarter
Thrive NOLA Spa
Thrive NOLA Spa is a good option for a solo wellness treatment or a relaxing start to a special occasion, usually lasting 1.5-3 hours. Expect to spend $100-$300 per person.

Faubourg Lafayette
Hot Tin
This chic rooftop bar is ideal for an evening cocktail or two, offering city views. Expect to spend $30-75 per person for drinks, with visits typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours.

Central Business District
The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans
This is a good spot for an upscale evening out, whether for dinner, cocktails, or a spa treatment. Expect to spend a few hours and a significant amount per person.

French Quarter
The Will & The Way
The Will & The Way is suitable for an evening drink, an upscale date night, or a start to a night out. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-75 per person on drinks and maybe a small bite.

Wellness
Woodhouse Spa - Slidell
This spa is a good choice for a relaxing solo treat or a girls' outing, lasting a couple of hours and costing between $100-$300 per person for services. It can be paired with a nice dinner afterwards.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 60 of the 133 analyzed New Orleans places fit date night.
- 27% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 33% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Upscale, Quiet, Scenic, Adventurous.
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