New Orleans · Orleans County, LA

Shopping in New Orleans

Scout analyzed 133 New Orleans places and surfaced the ones that actually fit shopping.

Places analyzed

133

Matches

24

Typical spend

$40

Typical visit

1.5 hr

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St. Louis Cathedral

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.

ArtsHistoryViews
4.8$0–$5 typical30 min visithard parking
Pop City Boutique & The Crescent Collection Boutiques

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.

ShoppingRelaxedQuirky
$50–$150 typical1 hr visithard parking
Woodhouse Spa - Metairie

Wellness

Woodhouse Spa - Metairie

Woodhouse Spa is suitable for a relaxing solo outing, a quiet date, or a celebratory treat for a birthday or anniversary, typically lasting 2-3 hours. Expect to spend $100-$300 per person for services.

ShoppingWellnessRelaxed
$100–$300 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
Surge Entertainment

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.

FoodCocktailsSports
$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

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.

FoodCocktailsWellness
$50–$200 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking
K1 Speed New Orleans

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.

FoodSportsAdventurous
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Carousel Bar & Lounge

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.

CocktailsFoodViews
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Ghost Bar

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.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Woodhouse Spa - New Orleans

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.

ShoppingWellnessRelaxed
$150–$400 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking
Copper Vine Restaurant

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.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Hemline French Quarter

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.

ShoppingRelaxedSocial
$50–$200 typical1 hr visithard parking
Airborne X Harvey

Family

Airborne X Harvey

Airborne X is an indoor playground and trampoline park suitable for families and kids, typically lasting 1-2 hours for around $15-25 per person. It's a good standalone activity for active children.

OutdoorsSportsPlayful
$15–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
The Presbytère

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.

ArtsHistoryViews
$10–$15 typical2 hr visithard parking
Hotel Monteleone

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.

CocktailsViewsFood
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Audubon Insectarium

French Quarter

Audubon Insectarium

The Audubon Insectarium offers an interactive look at insects, suitable for families or solo exploration as part of a New Orleans trip. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $25 per person.

ArtsAnimalsEducational
$20–$30 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking
Voodoo Lounge

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.

CocktailsLive musicRelaxed
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
The NOW Massage Downtown New Orleans

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.

WellnessRelaxedQuiet
$70–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Steamboat NATCHEZ

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.

FoodLive musicViews
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visithard parking
Hot Tin

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.

FoodCocktailsViews
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Boutique Du Vampyre

French Quarter

Boutique Du Vampyre

This is a unique gift shop good for a quick stop during a stroll through the French Quarter, offering gothic goods for gifts or personal novelty. You can browse for free or spend up to $50 on a unique item.

ShoppingArtsQuirky
$0–$50 typical1 hr visithard parking
Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes & Culture

French Quarter

Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes & Culture

This museum offers a look into Mardi Gras culture and costumes, suitable for an hour-long visit. It costs around $15-25 per person and can be paired with other attractions in the French Quarter or CBD.

ArtsHistoryEducational
$15–$25 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking
The Will & The Way

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.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Woodhouse Spa - Slidell

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.

WellnessRelaxedUpscale
$100–$300 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Escape Game New Orleans

French Quarter

The Escape Game New Orleans

This is a great activity for a group outing or special event, typically lasting about 90 minutes and costing around $30-40 per person. It can be paired with dinner or drinks in the surrounding area.

ArtsSportsAdventurous
$30–$40 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

What Scout found

  • 60 of the 133 analyzed New Orleans places fit shopping.
  • 30% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 37% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Adventurous, Upscale, Scenic, Quiet.

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