around the world . Monday- Saturday 9AM – 5:30PM Closed Sunday
French Market District Shops at Upper Pontalba to the Farmers and Flea Markets 504.522.2621 www . frenchmarket . org The French Market District is comprised of 6 blocks of shopping , dining , and live music from the Upper Pontalba on Jackson Square to the Colonnade on Decatur Street , through to the Farmers and Flea Markets across from the Old U . S . Mint . Enjoy river views , street performers , special events , walking tours , cooking demonstrations , and shops and vendors open 7 days a week , 365 days a year .
The Shop at The Collection 533 Royal St . 504.598.7147 Named one of the “ best gift shops in town ” in Frommer ’ s New Orleans every year since 2009 , The Shop at The Collection carries eclectic merchandise from local and regional independent artists and exclusive products based on The Historic New Orleans Collection ’ s holdings .
NIGHTLIFE
Lafitte ’ s Blacksmith Shop 941 Bourbon Street 504.593.9761 lafittesblacksmithshop . com Built between 1722 and 1732 by Nicolas Touze , is reputed to be the oldest structure used as a bar in the United States . The ghost of Jean Lafitte is said to wander the “ oldest bar in the U . S .” This French Colonial cottage / courtyard ( circa 1772 ) is a piano bar . Steeped rich in history . In its youth , served as a hideaway for pirates . Open daily at 10 AM till 3AM
Mahogany Jazz Hall 125 Chartres Street 504.598.5241 www . mjhnola . com Mahogany Jazz Hall might be the most reliable venue in the French Quarter at present to hear Traditional New Orleans Jazz a intimate club setting offering live jazz 7 days a week and Burlesque weekly … check our calendar for a burlesque feature . Open 5PM – 2AM .
Patrick ’ s Bar Vin 730 Bienville St . 504.200.3180 www . patricksbarvin . com Named a top 10 wine bar in the U . S . by both Gayot and Fox News , Patrick ’ s Bar Vin is a New Orleans wine bar in the heart of the French Quarter , managed by New Orleans ’ own bon vivant , Patrick Van Hoorebeek . Step inside the private courtyard and you ’ ll discover an elegant gathering place full of locals . Open Daily .
Peychaud ' s 727 Toulouse St www . maisondeville . com After a day of exploring the area , retreat into the tranquillity of the Hotel Maison De Ville ' s private courtyard with a Sazarac cocktail or one of our many other signature cocktails from Peychaud ' s . Brimming with history , the property also housed the creator of New Orleans signature Sazarac cocktail , Antoine Peychaud and Tennessee Williams wrote his masterpiece A Streetcar Named Desire while staying on the property . Open Sunday , Monday , Wednesday & Thursday | 4pm - 10pm , Friday & Saturday | 4pm - 11pm , Closed Tuesday
Press Room at the Eliza Jane Hotel 315 Magazine St . 504.882.1234 www . theelizajane . com A nod to The Daily Picayune newspaper and the building ’ s namesake — the paper ’ s first female publisher , Eliza Jane
Nicholson — Serving happy hour cocktails and small snacks , or enjoy morning coffee and a newspaper in the inspired setting . At The Press Room , the longer you linger in one of our leather or velvet chairs , the more details you ’ ll discover , from the antique typewriters and books to the architectural flourishes . Open Thursday-Sunday from 4pm-11pm
FINE ART
Gallery Arlo 807 Royal St . | 505.930.1667 504.330.0803 www . galleryarlo . com Don ’ t miss the little gem in the heart of the French Quarter . Showing the finest in contemporary paintings and sculptures . Modern classics with a nod towards surrealism and humor . Open daily
Galerie Rue Toulouse 509 Royal Street 504.581.5881 Gallery Rue Royale 541 Royal St . | 504.581.6925 www . frenchart . net www . frenchartnetwork . com French Art Network Galleries , Galerie Rue Royale and Galerie Rue Toulouse feature impressionistic , postimpressionistic , and Pop Art works on canvas . Artists , include , Denis Lebecq and Eric La Pape , the whimsical fashions of Marc Clauzade and an exclusive collection by American sensation Devon , alongside New Orleans artist Matthew Peck .
Scene By Rhys Fine Art 1036 Royal St . | 504.258.5842 www . SceneByRhys . com Showcasing the art of local talent Emilie Rhys , ink drawings sharing the walls with oil paintings . Her unique live-music focus spans ten years and other subjects are also presented here , including French Quarter rooftop views and portraits . Wide price range to suit all budgets . Open Thurs-Sat 11-5 , and by appointment . www . FrenchQuarterly . com Holiday 2021 | 45