New Orleans, Louisiana - Shopping

Shopping

New Orleans has been rated the best city in the United States for antique shopping. However, New Orleans boasts excellent shopping in many other areas as well. Be sure to check out some of the following:

Magazine Street- located in the Garden District and Uptown, this six-mile stretch is one of the best areas for shopping and dining found outside of the French Quarter. This area is known to have an excellent selection of art galleries, antiques and craft shops, and upscale boutiques. In addition to shopping, eclectic architecture is another highlight. Styles range from mid-19th century Greek Revival style to colorful Victorian cottages. A mecca for both the well-heeled and bohemians, many coffee shops offer Internet access for laptops and outdoor seating. Restaurants and nightclubs are open late. Music for all tastes can be found here. Magazine Street is easily accessible by both car and public transportation either from the French Quarter or Downtown. [1]

Royal Street- is a 13-block stretch located between Canal Street and Esplanade Ave., one block over from Bourbon Street. Royal Street is the French Quarter’s epicenter of local artistic culture. It features a exciting mix of art galleries, antique shops and boutiques, jewelry stores, restaurants, and world-class hotels. Both tourists and locals flock to Royal Street for the real New Orleans experience. Lined with 18th and 19th century picturesque buildings, Royal Street is one of the most photographed areas of New Orleans. Royal Street art notables are George Rodrigue and his internationally renowned “Blue Dog.” One of the best antique shopping areas in the country, at certain times of the day, street musicians and performers add to the unique and exciting shopping experience.