💕 Activities for a New Orleans Romantic Getaway

New Orleans

In a city made for feeling deeply, romance flourishes around every corner — and you don’t need a glass in hand to feel it. New Orleans invites couples to reconnect over food, music, nature, and soul-stirring beauty in quiet, meaningful ways.

 🌙 Soulful Moments Together

New Orleans Streetcar
• Riverfront Streetcar Ride at Sunset – Glide through the heart of New Orleans on the historic St. Charles Avenue line. Ride as the sun sets, then hop off for a riverside walk hand-in-hand.
📍 St. Charles Ave & Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Mosquito Supper Club



• Dinner at Saba or Mosquito Supper Club – Enjoy warm, intimate meals that
showcase Gulf Coast flavors. Try zero-proof drink pairings or finish the meal with fresh juice blends and desserts to remember.
📍 Saba: 315 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA 70112
📍 Mosquito Supper Club: 3233 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70117

 
Botanical Garden 
• Botanical Garden Stroll in City Park – Wander past blooming roses, sculptures, and tranquil fountains. Visit the nearby Besthoff Sculpture Garden for dreamy photo ops and quiet conversation.
📍 New Orleans Botanical Garden: 5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124
📍 Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden: 1 Collins Diboll Cir, New Orleans, LA 70124


Carriage Ride Through the French Quarter
🎶 Romantic Shared Experiences

• Carriage Ride Through the French Quarter (Daytime) – Opt for a private, guided
tour through the Quarter — complete with local storytelling. It’s the perfect slow pace for sweet conversation and sightseeing.
📍 Carriage Rides start near Jackson Square, 700 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116

New Orleans Glassworks & Printmaking Studio

• Create Together at the New Orleans Glassworks & Printmaking Studio – Book a hands-on couples class and blow your own glass keepsake or design matching prints. A tangible memory to bring home and cherish.
📍 3119 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70117

Bookstore + Coffee Date at Baldwin & Co.




• Bookstore + Coffee Date at Baldwin & Co. – Cozy up with books and coffee in this Black-owned bookstore and café. They offer curated reads, local art, and a calm vibe that makes time slow down.
📍 3340 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA 70115


💌 Quick Tip for Two
Plan your mornings slow and your evenings even slower. NOLA is perfect for unhurried joy. Keep a journal or take Polaroids — you’ll want to remember every detail.


No matter how you choose to spend your time together in New Orleans, this city’s timeless charm and soulful beauty make it the perfect backdrop for meaningful connection. Embrace the slow moments, cherish the shared experiences, and let the Crescent City’s magic deepen your bond — all without needing a drink in hand. Here’s to love, laughter, and an unforgettable alcohol-free escape.

Want a full itinerary for a romantic weekend getaway?  Click Romantic Getaway in New Orleans for more ideas.


Sources:
neworleans.com
sabanola.com
mosquitosupperclub.com
neworleanscitypark.com
nola-carriagerides.com
neworleansglassworks.com
baldwinandco.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                        

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