New Orleans, Louisiana is a romantic destination for couples looking for a European escape with a Southern twist!
Also know as the Big Easy, it’s filled with tons of great activities to fit your individual couple style, whether it’s adventurous, low-key, or perhaps cultural. Many couples perceive New Orleans to be better suited for single people because of all the sex, liquor, and partying – but once you look beyond Bourbon Street, you’ll find more to New Orleans – one that’s perfect for couples and perhaps less interesting to singles.
Be sure to read up on our Guide to an Unforgettable Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
Couples Guide to the Best of New Orleans
No matter what your style as a couple may be – wild and outgoing; conservative yet curious – there’s something for every couple style.
Cocktail Walking Tours: Whether your personality is shy or outgoing, take a walk on the wild side by going on a Cocktail Walking Tour. This is a great way to discover the French Quarter while learning about local bars, drinks, and history, along with some ghostly mystery. Plus, you’ll learn the ins and outs of the city as the local tour guide answers all of your need to know questions!
Haunted Happenings & Ghost Tours: For those looking for a different kind of spirit, New Orleans offers many Haunted Happenings. You’ll be glad your loved one close by! Go for a Ghost Tour, a Voodoo Tour, a Vampire Tour, or a Cemetery Tour. Don’t forget to bring a cocktail along to take the edge off your fears! (A Hand Grenade anyone?!)
Eat on, Foodies! Foodie enthusiasts will love New Orleans culinary scene. Not only will you be impressed with the flavors, but you’ll also be enticed to try new things – off of each other’s plates! Enjoy fresh, local caught seafood spiced up with Creole and Cajun favorites. Snack on pralines, share a plate of beignets, and then find yourselves fighting over who gets the last bite. In between meals, take a cooking class to learn the secrets of Jambalaya or go on a culinary tour where yes, samples are included!
Along the Mississippi River & Louisiana Bayou. Nautical lovers will enjoy the open air on the Mississippi River and Louisiana Bayou. New Orleans is home to one of the most popular cruise ports in the United States, perfect for spending a few days on land before heading down to the Caribbean. For a serious nautical adventure, be whisked into the air as you avoid being eaten by alligators on a half-day Airboat and Plantation tour. If you’re a little less adventurous, a Swamp & Bayou Tour will take you through the Louisiana Bayou aboard a much sturdier vessel. Another option is enjoying a Paddlewheel Boat Cruise along the mighty Mississippi while tweeting pictures of the city’s skyline to all of your followers!
Catch a Ride on St. Charles Streetcar. No trip to New Orleans is complete without a ride on a streetcar. Catch the St. Charles Streetcar where your nose will know you’ve reached the Garden District before you do. While you’re there, go on a romantic stroll along the Garden District Walking Tour for an up-close look at the historical mansions while fantasizing about moving in. Arrange a horse and carriage ride to pick you up to make your time here even more memorable. If you forget to make arrangements, you can always find these affordable carriages in front of Jackson Square over in the French Quarter.
Fun never stops in New Orleans. For nightlife, well, it’s New Orleans, there’s plenty of nightlife! Place a few bets at Harrah’s Casino, hit Bourbon Street and go bar hopping, listen to some live jazz, sip cocktails from a balcony, throw Mardi Gras beads and catch a few, sing a karaoke duet, dance the night away, or screw it, go wild and buy a sex toy! The night is young and so are you!
RiverWalk Marketplace for a Stroll. Regardless of your style, get out there and discover the city. Stroll along the Mississippi River until you reach RiverWalk Marketplace. Laugh your way through souvenir shops in search of the next gag gift. Mosey along Jackson Square taking pictures of each other in front of St. Louis Cathedral. Window shop your way through the French Quarter and admire the antiques and galleries. Let your couple style be your guide. Besides, what seems less interesting to singles leaves more opportunities for couples to enjoy!
Looking for the best prices on a trip to New Orleans or elsewhere? Visit tripatlas.com/new’s Trip Builder to connect with over 104,000 travel agents and companies ready to offer you the best competitive prices on their flights, hotels, and more.
It’s Like He Said She Said . . . With Luggage! Discover more on couples travel on: www.guyandgirltravels.com.