10 BEST BARSTO ENJOY
BOURBON STREET NIGHTLIFE
BOURBON STREET, NEW ORLEANS
When in New Orleans, experiencing Bourbon Street nightlife is one of the top things
you should have on your list. Surrounded by neon lights and loud music, in every corner
of the street, you can see lots of people dancing, singing, and walking while holding and
drinking their “go cup” outside.Yes, it’s a thing there!
Bar hopping is the most popular activity you can do on Bourbon Street. Most bars are
open 24/7 to cater to all visitors, but it is best to spend your time there when the night
falls.
To make the most of your visit, here are the bars you should not miss to experience
the best nightlife in New Orleans.
1. LAFITTE’S BLACKSMITH SHOP
941 Bourbon St. New Orleans
• The bar stands in the oldest building
in the entire United States, built
around the 17th century.
• The Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop is rich
in history.According to some locals,
it used to be a storehouse of Jean
Lafitte, a privateer and a pirate.
• Popular urban legend says the place
is visited by the ghost of Jean Lafitte.
• The bar is lit up using candlelights.
2. CATS MEOW
701 Bourbon St. New Orleans
• Cats Meow has been popular with
people who love karaoke.
• Showcase your singing or have fun
with the music with more than a
thousand hit songs to choose from.
• You can also record your
performance.
• They offer three-for-one happy hour
every day which starts from noon up
to eight in the evening.
3.THE BOURBON PUB & PARADE
801 Bourbon St. New Orleans
• The Bourbon Pub and Parade is an
inclusive bar in New Orleans, located
on the corner of Bourbon and St.
Ann Street.
• The downstairs part of the bar is
what they called the "pub" while the
upper part is the "parade".
• Events and themes are held in the
place, including drag shows, karaoke,
and Throwback Thursdays where
they play hit songs during the 80s and
the 90s.
4. BEACH ON BOURBON
227 Bourbon St. New Orleans
• The bar features a water fountain on
the entrance and boasts of the largest
dancefloor among the other local bars.
• The place can accommodate 50 to 600
guests.
• They also have aVIP balcony section, if
you prefer a more intimate party.
• Get ready for some games though,
since the Beach on Bourbon is also
popular for hosting sports games.
5. BOURBON COWBOY
241 Bourbon St. New Orleans
• For a Mardi Gras experience all year
round, the Bourbon Cowboy is the
bar you should not miss to visit.
• Enjoy riding the mechanical bull or
watching others trying this fun ride
• The perfect place to be for country,
pop, and rock music fans.
• Try their three-dollar tooters or pre-
mixed shots inside the bar.
6. TROPICAL ISLE
721 Bourbon St. New Orleans
• Try the world-famous Hand Grenade
drink, the most powerful drink in New
Orleans, only at Tropical Isle!
• The place gives off Great Caribbean vibes
with its live music.
• Has a live streaming webcam where you
can show yourself around the world.
• Tropical Isle is the best option for an
unforgettable nightlife.
7.THE SWAMP
516 Bourbon St. New Orleans
• Designed with aged stucco walls with
rustic brick, making it one of the newest
landmarks of New Orleans.
• Can accommodate around 70 to 500
guests.
• Its main bar can serve as a live music
venue, a sports bar, or a nightclub.
• Also has a balcony that gives off a Mardi
Gras experience and a great spot for an
overlooking view of the entire Bourbon
Street.
8. SPIRITS ON BOURBON
615 Bourbon St. New Orleans
• Get a chance to try their famous
Resurrection drink while sitting on Edward's
Chair.
• This barber chair was owned by one of the
successful business owners in New Orleans,
Edward DeBoire.
• The management of the bar claimed that
Edward's spirit enjoys the place because of
the presence of his chair.
• Guests can get to try their house drink while
sitting on this barber chair.
9. BOURBON O
544 Bourbon St. New Orleans
• They serve an impressive quality
whiskey and healthy cocktail drinks
mixed with house-made ingredients
and fresh citrus squeeze.
• Though more expensive compared to
its neighboring bars, it is worth a try as
you can’t find any other drinks in the
entire Bourbon Street similar to what
they offer.
• At night they showcase live jazz music
that starts at eight.
10. FUNKY 544
544 Bourbon St. New Orleans
• Similar to Studio 54 in NewYork, Funky
544 is a classic Bourbon bar with live
music.
• Rhythm and blues fans will surely have a
blast here as the place offers regular live
music show.
• Get all the energy you need to dance
the night away from their famous sweet
cocktails.
SOMETIPS TO REMEMBER FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE TRIP
1. Be mindful of your surroundings
Be careful of pickpockets and scammers
2. Drink responsibly
Make sure to drink only what you can take
3. Don’t bring kids with you
Bourbon Street is an adults-only place especially at night
4. Rent a property near the area
Find a safe place where you can leave your kids and belongings before you
enjoy the night
You can check here in RentalTrader and book your preferred accommodation. RentalTrader is home to
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10 Best Bars To Enjoy Bourbon Street Nightlife

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    10 BEST BARSTOENJOY BOURBON STREET NIGHTLIFE
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    BOURBON STREET, NEWORLEANS When in New Orleans, experiencing Bourbon Street nightlife is one of the top things you should have on your list. Surrounded by neon lights and loud music, in every corner of the street, you can see lots of people dancing, singing, and walking while holding and drinking their “go cup” outside.Yes, it’s a thing there! Bar hopping is the most popular activity you can do on Bourbon Street. Most bars are open 24/7 to cater to all visitors, but it is best to spend your time there when the night falls. To make the most of your visit, here are the bars you should not miss to experience the best nightlife in New Orleans.
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    1. LAFITTE’S BLACKSMITHSHOP 941 Bourbon St. New Orleans • The bar stands in the oldest building in the entire United States, built around the 17th century. • The Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop is rich in history.According to some locals, it used to be a storehouse of Jean Lafitte, a privateer and a pirate. • Popular urban legend says the place is visited by the ghost of Jean Lafitte. • The bar is lit up using candlelights.
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    2. CATS MEOW 701Bourbon St. New Orleans • Cats Meow has been popular with people who love karaoke. • Showcase your singing or have fun with the music with more than a thousand hit songs to choose from. • You can also record your performance. • They offer three-for-one happy hour every day which starts from noon up to eight in the evening.
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    3.THE BOURBON PUB& PARADE 801 Bourbon St. New Orleans • The Bourbon Pub and Parade is an inclusive bar in New Orleans, located on the corner of Bourbon and St. Ann Street. • The downstairs part of the bar is what they called the "pub" while the upper part is the "parade". • Events and themes are held in the place, including drag shows, karaoke, and Throwback Thursdays where they play hit songs during the 80s and the 90s.
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    4. BEACH ONBOURBON 227 Bourbon St. New Orleans • The bar features a water fountain on the entrance and boasts of the largest dancefloor among the other local bars. • The place can accommodate 50 to 600 guests. • They also have aVIP balcony section, if you prefer a more intimate party. • Get ready for some games though, since the Beach on Bourbon is also popular for hosting sports games.
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    5. BOURBON COWBOY 241Bourbon St. New Orleans • For a Mardi Gras experience all year round, the Bourbon Cowboy is the bar you should not miss to visit. • Enjoy riding the mechanical bull or watching others trying this fun ride • The perfect place to be for country, pop, and rock music fans. • Try their three-dollar tooters or pre- mixed shots inside the bar.
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    6. TROPICAL ISLE 721Bourbon St. New Orleans • Try the world-famous Hand Grenade drink, the most powerful drink in New Orleans, only at Tropical Isle! • The place gives off Great Caribbean vibes with its live music. • Has a live streaming webcam where you can show yourself around the world. • Tropical Isle is the best option for an unforgettable nightlife.
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    7.THE SWAMP 516 BourbonSt. New Orleans • Designed with aged stucco walls with rustic brick, making it one of the newest landmarks of New Orleans. • Can accommodate around 70 to 500 guests. • Its main bar can serve as a live music venue, a sports bar, or a nightclub. • Also has a balcony that gives off a Mardi Gras experience and a great spot for an overlooking view of the entire Bourbon Street.
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    8. SPIRITS ONBOURBON 615 Bourbon St. New Orleans • Get a chance to try their famous Resurrection drink while sitting on Edward's Chair. • This barber chair was owned by one of the successful business owners in New Orleans, Edward DeBoire. • The management of the bar claimed that Edward's spirit enjoys the place because of the presence of his chair. • Guests can get to try their house drink while sitting on this barber chair.
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    9. BOURBON O 544Bourbon St. New Orleans • They serve an impressive quality whiskey and healthy cocktail drinks mixed with house-made ingredients and fresh citrus squeeze. • Though more expensive compared to its neighboring bars, it is worth a try as you can’t find any other drinks in the entire Bourbon Street similar to what they offer. • At night they showcase live jazz music that starts at eight.
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    10. FUNKY 544 544Bourbon St. New Orleans • Similar to Studio 54 in NewYork, Funky 544 is a classic Bourbon bar with live music. • Rhythm and blues fans will surely have a blast here as the place offers regular live music show. • Get all the energy you need to dance the night away from their famous sweet cocktails.
  • 13.
    SOMETIPS TO REMEMBERFOR AN UNFORGETTABLE TRIP 1. Be mindful of your surroundings Be careful of pickpockets and scammers 2. Drink responsibly Make sure to drink only what you can take 3. Don’t bring kids with you Bourbon Street is an adults-only place especially at night 4. Rent a property near the area Find a safe place where you can leave your kids and belongings before you enjoy the night
  • 14.
    You can checkhere in RentalTrader and book your preferred accommodation. RentalTrader is home to numerous affordable vacation rental properties throughout the USA. By simply typing your destination and the date of your trip, for sure, you can find the perfect place where you can stay. You may go to the Contact Us page and fill the quick web form of all your queries.We will make sure to respond to you within 24 hours upon sending the form.