{"id":13413,"date":"2019-08-22T19:30:35","date_gmt":"2019-08-22T19:30:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stcharlesinn.com\/?p=13413"},"modified":"2019-08-22T19:30:35","modified_gmt":"2019-08-22T19:30:35","slug":"day-by-district-the-french-quarter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topsuitesites3.com\/stcharlesinn.com\/day-by-district-the-french-quarter\/","title":{"rendered":"Day By District: The French Quarter"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wondering how to see the best of every district while you’re in New Orleans?<\/h3>\n

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We’ve put together a guide so you can see the best of the best of the district in one day.\u00a0 The French Quarter, the oldest neighborhood, is possibly the most famous area of New Orleans, especially considering it’s home to Bourbon Street.\u00a0 With restaurants, museums, and shops, it’s a hub for tourism, and the culture is a perfectly melded combination of French and American, with Italian and Irish influences.<\/p>\n

8 AM – Cafe Beignet<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Start the day off with a famous NOLA breakfast at Cafe Beignet.\u00a0 Yes, they do serve beignets, and you should absolutely order them, but also take the opportunity to try their delicious Andouille sausage omelette.\u00a0 The spicy sausage pairs well with smooth white cheddar cheese, and the side of grits and a baguette make it a filling meal that will give you the energy for a full day of exploring.\u00a0 And since in New Orleans, alcohol at breakfast is accepted, consider trying the Cajun Bloody Mary.<\/p>\n

9 AM – Jackson Square<\/h2>\n

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Let your day begin leisurely by strolling through Jackson Square.\u00a0 You’ll find adorable shops, buskers, and you can even have your fortune told!<\/p>\n

10 AM – Voodoo Tour<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Join a free walking tour at Mr. Gregory’s Cafe and see all of the voodoo sights, from Congo Square to the site of the Haitian Rebellions.\u00a0 Learn about gris gris bags, voodoo dolls, and the impact of voodoo on New Orleans culture.\u00a0 It’s a fascinating tour!<\/p>\n

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11:30 AM – Voodoo Shop<\/a><\/h2>\n

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After the tour, visit the voodoo shop, run by a real-life practitioner of voodoo, and consider buying something.\u00a0 Have a reading done, explore their potion oils, and learn more about the religion – both the bad points and the good.<\/p>\n

12 PM – Cafe Conti<\/a><\/h2>\n

Time for lunch!\u00a0 Visit Cafe Conti and dine on some delicious crepes.\u00a0 The crab and brie crepe is amazing and really shows off how fresh NOLA seafood is, or you may enjoy the bacon and gruyere crepe.\u00a0 If you want something sweet to finish off, try an apple cinnamon almond crepe.<\/p>\n

1 PM – The Presbytere<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Built in 1791, the Presbytere is now a museum with exhibits focusing on New Orleans history, from Mardi Gras to Hurricane Katrina.\u00a0 The architecture of the building itself is a stunning display of early Spanish influences on the city.<\/p>\n

2:30 PM – Pharmacy Museum<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Learn about the history of medicine at the Pharmacy Museum, located in the first pharmacy in the United States.\u00a0 From old tonics to “settle” women to early surgical instruments, the exhibits and displays can be a bit eerie.\u00a0 This isn’t helped by the fact that Dr. Dupas, the second owner of the pharmacy, is still roaming around, mixing tonics and scaring people.\u00a0 He’s rumored to have been involved in some unethical experiments, so pregnant women have reported more encounters with his spirit.\u00a0 You may also sight two children – a boy and a girl – from the first owners, the Dufilho family.<\/p>\n

4 PM – The Cabildo<\/a><\/h2>\n

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See where the Louisiana Purchase took place, where Plessy vs. Ferguson was decided, where ambassadors have visited.\u00a0 The Cabildo, twin of the Presbytere also features exhibits about New Orleans history, and it’s worth visiting both.\u00a0 See historical documents, learn about the Battle of New Orleans, and view Sidney Bechet’s saxophone as you learn about the impact jazz music had on NOLA culture.<\/p>\n

6 PM – Pirates Alley<\/h2>\n

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Just behind the Cabildo is Pirates Alley, a single block with a city’s worth of history.\u00a0 You can see the Faulkner House (William Faulkner sometimes haunts the area), the St. Louis Cathedral, and the old dueling grounds in the cemetary.\u00a0 It’s a short walk, but between the prison ghosts, the history, and the architecture, it’s worth the time.<\/p>\n

6:30 PM – Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Walk from Pirates Alley to Lafitte’s for a pre-dinner drink.\u00a0 A base of operations for Pirate Jean Lafitte, the shop is currently a bar serving a wicked Voodoo daiquiri.\u00a0 If nothing else, stop by just so you can say you did.<\/p>\n

7:00 PM – Arnaud’s<\/a><\/h2>\n

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You’ll want a reservation for this, but it’s worth it to eat the amazing Creole food served at Arnaud’s.\u00a0 The Shrimp Arnaud kicks off the meal with just the right amount of spice, and the stuffed fish is mouthwatering.\u00a0 Count Arnaud still haunts the place, although mostly after hours drinking at the bar – he forgets to clean up after himself.<\/p>\n

8:30 PM – Bourbon Street<\/h2>\n

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No one leaves New Orleans without wandering Bourbon Street.\u00a0 Listen to jazz, barhop at some wild venues, and meet the most interesting people – everything happens on Bourbon Street.<\/p>\n

New Orleans is a city in its own category, and you don’t want to miss anything, so check back to learn about other districts!<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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