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Wedding Ceremony and Reception
316 Magazine Street New Orleans LA
Six o'clock in the Evening
Reception Following
Wedding Party
Bridesmaids
Groomsmen
What to Wear
SUMMER IN NEW ORLEANS!
Wedding - Colorful Cocktail
Ladies - Joyful, elegant, flowing, colorful summer dresses!
Gentlemen - Suit or coat and tie -perhaps a jaunty bow tie!
Hotel Information
There are many hotel options near the wedding venue and popular New Orleans attractions. We have listed a few of them categorically for your convenience.
OLD SCHOOL
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Located in the heart of downtown - steps from the French Quarter and the Mississippi River. Walking distance or very quick Uber trip to the wedding and reception venue.
Estimated Rate 325/Night
Le Pavillon, New Orleans, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
Located downtown in the Central Business District (CBD). A glamorous, grand, and classically elegant historic hotel a few blocks from the French Quarter. Walking distance or very quick Uber trip to the wedding and reception venue.
Estimated Rate 225/Night
Hotel Monteleone
Luxurious and historic in the heart of the French Quarter and featuring the Carousel bar! Still owned and operated by the Monteleone family. A quick Uber trip to the wedding and reception venue.
Estimated Rate 330/Night
POPULAR CHAINS
New Orleans Marriott
A 4-star hotel on Canal Street on the edge of the French Quarter and near the Warehouse Arts District. A short walk from Jackson Square, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, as well as the wedding and reception.
Estimated Rate 225/Night
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
A luxury hotel just steps from the French Quarter, great restaurants, and fun downtown destinations. On the St Charles streetcar line! A short walk to the wedding and reception.
Estimated Rate 225/Night
The Higgins Hotel New Orleans, Curio Collection by Hilton
Located in the Warehouse/Arts District, next to The National WWII Museum. History buffs - this is the official hotel of the museum if you are interested in visiting!
Estimated Rate 275/Night
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Directly on the Mississippi River, within walking distance of the wedding and reception venue, the French Quarter, and many other popular attractions.
Estimated Rate 400/Night
Boutique
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
An art-filled interlude in New Orleans with comfortable rooms, a convenient location, and complimentary bike rentals! Walking distance to the wedding and reception!
Estimated Rate 225/Night
Kimpton Hotel Fontenot
An IHG boutique hotel with airy guest rooms and a chic lobby, located downtown, adjacent to the Warehouse District and French Quarter. Walking distance to the wedding and reception.
Estimated Rate 235/Night
The Barnett - JDV by Hyatt
Situated in a restored Art Deco building, the Barnett offers contemporary rooms and suites, a rooftop pool, and five dining options. Located near Caesar’s Superdome and a quick Uber trip to the wedding and reception venue.
Estimated Rate 225/Night
The Rubenstein Hotel
Located above the historic New Orleans habadashery in the heart of downtown. Still owned and operated by the Rubenstein family! Gentlemen - if you need that bow tie for the wedding, this may be the place for you! Walking distance or very quick Uber trip to the wedding and reception.
Estimated Rate 400/Night
Things to Do
So....... there's the WEDDING AND RECEPTION! But if you have a bit of time for tooling around the city, we have listed a few of our favorites for you. Take a look to see what works best for you and your travel schedule. But don't be late for the wedding! We're saving a dance for you!
Art Lovers
In the heart of City Park, NOMA is cool and beautiful inside, with an outstanding sculpture garden outside. Cafe' NOMA by Ralph Brennan is an excellent lunch spot! Just across the park is Cafe' Du Monde - your opportunity to enjoy cafe' au lait and beignets!
One Collins C. Diboll Circle, City Park New Orleans
Located in the Warehouse Arts District of downtown New Orleans, the Ogden holds the largest and most comprehensive collection of Southern art! A number of popular eateries are close by including Willa Jean and Peche Seafood Grille.
925 Camp Street New Orleans
He is fun, funky, and French! Swing by this very unusual open-air art studio. You are likely to see Simon's signs up and down Magazine Street. He is iconic!
1028 Jackson Avenue New Orleans
Golfers
LIV Golf is coming to New Orleans for the very first time in June 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Bayou Oaks Golf Course, fans can expect an unforgettable debut as the tournament lands in Louisiana with full force. Get ready for an electrifying tournament, as golf's biggest stars play every inch of this world-class course in City Park. Join the waitlist today!
Magazine Street Shops and Eateries
Magazine Street is six miles of shopping, food, and fun. Nestled mainly in Uptown New Orleans but also stretching through the Lower Garden District and into downtown, there’s a mix of vintage stores, restaurants, bakeries, novelty shops, bars, and fine dining. See some of our favorites below!
Sit at the bar downstairs if you can. It's a show! Refined, Southern cuisine, and local favorites in a casual and comfortable atmosphere
1800 Magazine Street New Orleans LA
Century Girl is a carefully curated women's vintage boutique located in the Lower Garden District. Showcasing rare, pristine, hand-selected garments from across decades and sourced from around the world.
2023 Magazine Street New Orleans LA
Fleurty Girl is a popular clothing and accessories boutique chain specializing in screen-printed tees that feature New Orleans witticisms, catchphrases, and pop culture references.
3137 Magazine Street New Orleans LA
Hands down the best ice cream in the city, with Creole Cream Cheese a favorite flavor. Just one street over from Magazine (Prytania and Magazine run parallel to each other so you can plan your excursion by block numbers and conserve your energy for the wedding). Pace yourself!
4924 Prytania Street New Orleans LA
Excellent, excellent food far beyond cheese! Prytania Street runs parallel to Magazine Street, so St James is just a quick jump over from your Magazine exploration.
5004 Prytania Street New Orleans LA
Perlis
A Louisiana tradition since 1939. Take the ride uptown to stock up on all your Crawfish gear! See the Mardi Gras group photo below - that's a lot of Perlis gear!
6070 Magazine Street New Orleans LA
Makin' Groceries and Such
Local one stop shopping! Get your favorite beverages, mini muffs, a Hubig's pie, Cousin's Salad Dressing, and fresh French bread on your way out of town. Then go down Veterans Boulevard to Perino's for some beautiful plants to take back home!
710 Veterans Blvd Metairie LA
Perino's Home and Garden Center
The very best in beautiful plants, as well as great items for your home! Need a Peggy Martin rosebush? Swing by on your way out of town - very near the 610/I-10 heading out of town. Just down Vets from Dorignac's.
3100 Veterans Blvd Metairie LA
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