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Gay New Orleans

Throughout its 300-year history, New Orleans has been a place for people of all ethnicities, sexualities, and backgrounds to come together. Always diverse and adapting to modern life, the city has a space for absolutely everyone as well as thriving arts and culture. Its social calendar is packed with events like Mardi Gras, plus many a night of jazz and other great music. The New Orleans nightlife is legendary, and the LGBTQ+ side of it is no exception. Such an outgoing and fun-filled city is the ideal destination for any gay traveller looking for a party.

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New Orleans Gay Bars

GayMapper brings you information about gay bars and cruising bars in the city. Here are the top choices, read more about these bars or click below to see listings of all gay venues in this city.

GrandPre's

GrandPre's

Drag, Cocktails

Priding itself on true Southern hospitality, GrandPre's is an all inclusive gay bar. The friendly local crowd that gathers here does not care who you are, they are sure to welcome you in for a drink and to enjoy the entertainment. Tucked away in a corner of the French Quarter, GrandPre's offers good clean fun with none of the big city attitude or prices. Classic cocktails coupled with drag shows make for an enjoyable night.
The Four Seasons Bar

The Four Seasons Bar

Drag, Outdoor Seating

Hidden away in Metairie away from the central gay scene, Four Seasons is a reliable hangout spot for the local queer community. It's something of a hidden gem, off the beaten path but always up for a party. Parties here attract a fun and friendly crowd, and the bar also hosts regular drag revues that are especially popular. To explore a different part of the city get a taste of a smaller gay hideaway, this is the place to go.
Lafitte's

Lafitte's

Sports, Outdoor Seating

Opened in 1953, Cafe Lafitte is the oldest continuously operating gay bar in the United States. It's open 24/7, providing a fun hangout space in the popular Bourbon Street. You'll find a characterful wraparound balcony, perfect for people watching and enjoying the atmosphere of the city. Both upstairs and downstairs areas have full bars and outdoor seating, and in the upstairs space you can enjoy a game of pool, an intimate conversation, and views over the French Quarter.
Oz New Orleans

Oz New Orleans

Drag, Dancing, Dancers

Oz is the number one gay dance club and show bar in New Orleans. Located in the lively French Quarter, this two-level club experience attracts a variety of people. Explore a huge dance floor, complete with cute dancers, or hang out the balcony to watch what's going on below. Drag shows are hosted regularly and feature local legend Persana Shoulders, while other events range from bingo to burlesque so everyone can find a bit of fun.
Golden Lantern

Golden Lantern

Cocktails, Cash Only

Established in 1964, The Golden Lantern maintains a reputation as one of the best neighbourhood bars in the French Quarter. It has historically been central to the LGBTQ+ community, as a traditional yet inclusive space and home to the legendary Southern Decadence event. Inside you'll find a cosy bar area with exposed brick walls, creating a no-frills atmosphere where anyone can be themselves. Enjoy draught beers or classy cocktails and watch the world go by.
Mag's 940

Mag's 940

Drag

This gay bar unusually doubles as a guest house, making it the perfect destination if you want to immerse yourself in the New Orleans gay scene. It's a dive bar and performance space that represents the dingy and more traditional side of the Marigny neighbourhood, hosting fabulous drag shows and offering the biggest liquor selection in town. For some good old-fashioned fun and stiff drinks, this is the place to be.
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Gay friendly hotels in New Orleans

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4* Old No. 77 Hotel

4* Old No. 77 Hotel

This refined boutique hotel near the French Quarter features locally inspired decor and art at the gateway to the cultural epicenter of New Orleans. Located in the Warehouse and Arts district, this gay friendly New Orleans hotel was created from three 19th-century warehouses. All rooms feature unique decor and offer complimentary WiFi access. Each room at The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery has a cable TV. Some rooms feature exposed brick and ceiling beams. Bathrooms include a bath robe and free toiletries. Tout La Coffee Bar is located on site and serves fresh coffee and pastries. Restaurant Compere Lapin features a blend of Caribbean, English and Italian dishes prepared by "Top Chef" alum Nina Compton. 24-hour reception is available. Many New Orleans attractions such as the Superdome and the Audobon Aquarium are less than 1 km away. The French Quarter is 12 minutes' walk away.
3* Bon Maison Guest House

3* Bon Maison Guest House

Offering a terrace, the gay friendly Bon Maison Guest House is set right on Bourbon Street, near all the gay action and 200 m from St Louis Cathedral. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms have a seating area where you can relax. A terrace or balcony is featured in certain rooms. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. St. Louis Cemetery No 1 is 200 m from Bon Maison Guest House. The nearest airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, 19 km from Bon Maison Guest House.
4* Le Pavillon New Orleans

4* Le Pavillon New Orleans

Blending historic charm with modern luxury, Le Pavillon is a reimagined classical hotel with a vibrant and glamorous edge near New Orleans' French Quarter. This gay friendly hotel features a restaurant and fitness centre along with spacious rooms with free WiFi. Le Pavillon New Orleans also offers a gourmet peanut butter and jelly sandwich reception in the lobby. A flat-screen cable TV and work desk are provided in each guest room. There is a safe along with a seating area. The bathrooms includes luxury toiletries. Bourbon Street is within a 15-minute walk. Morial Convention Center is 2.6 km away. Uptown New Orleans Historic District is 3.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, 17 km from Le Pavillon Hotel. The French Quarter is 3.1 km away.
3* Holiday Inn Chateau Lemoyne

3* Holiday Inn Chateau Lemoyne

Featuring rooms with exposed brick walls in a historic building, the gay friendly Holiday Inn Hotel French Quarter-Chateau Lemoyne offers accommodation near Bourbon Street and within a 5-minute walk to Jackson Square. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar. The guestrooms at Chateau Lemoyne boast amenities such as chaise lounge chairs, compact refrigerators and single-cup coffee makers. A flat-screen cable TV is provided. Select guestrooms offer balconies with views of the French Quarter. This French Quarter Holiday Inn features a courtyard with garden and seating areas. A heated outdoor swimming pool is available. Morial Convention Center is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, 18 km from the property.
4* Hotel Mazarin

4* Hotel Mazarin

Featuring a private courtyard and close proximity to the gay action around Bourbon Street, Hotel Mazarin is located in New Orleans' French Quarter. Guest rooms include free WiFi and bottled water. The tiled floor rooms at the gay friendly Hotel Mazarin include a flat-screen cable TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. Guests can enjoy views of the French Quarter or the courtyard in most rooms. The room is equipped with bathrobes and slippers. 21st Amendment at La Louisiane, the on-site bar, offers crafted cocktails and live music in a speakeasy-themed bar. Patrick's Bar Vin is the on-site wine bar serving an extensive list of wine, champagne and light bar bites. Guests can access a 24-hour fitness centre and a business centre with fax and photocopying services. This hotel offers a 24-hour reception, concierge services and valet parking. Mazarin Hotel is within a 10-minute walk from Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral. The Mahalia Jackson Theater and Louis Armstrong Park are less than 1 km away.
4* Royal Sonesta New Orleans

4* Royal Sonesta New Orleans

Located in the historic French Quarter on Bourbon Street, with all the gay nightlife close at hand, Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans offers accommodation with an outdoor pool, multiple bars, and a jazz club. The hotel is decorated with modern art and offers several on-site dining options. Complimentary WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator are included in all rooms at this New Orleans Royal Sonesta. Each room includes a seating area, safe and private bathroom. Some rooms offer a balcony overlooking Bourbon Street or the pool. Extras include bathrobes and luxury toiletries. Guests can enjoy a drink and swim at the Oasis Pool Bar, or watch sports while exploring the extensive whiskey list at Le Booze. On-site dining is available at Desire Oyster Bar, while PJ's Coffee Cafe offers fresh coffee drinks, light bites and wine. Live music is featured at The Jazz House, the on-site jazz club. Restaurant R'evolution offers upscale Cajun and Creole fare in a historic setting and Bar R'evolution has craft cocktails and a broad offering of wines. A fitness centre and business centre are available. The on-site spa offers a number of services. Concierge at the hotel can assist guests with requests such as arranging car rental, laundry service or ironing requests. St. Louis Cathedral and Jackson Square are both within a 10-minute walk from the hotel.

Tours & Experiences in New Orleans

New Orleans is deliciously difficult to behave in. Explore the French Quarter and Garden District, cruise the Mississippi or sample Creole and Cajun food, then follow the music, cocktails and general temptation wherever they happen to lead you.

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