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While offering some of the same kinds of shops, the Royal Street experience is different from shopping Magazine Street. First, located a block away from Bourbon street, the area is more reminiscent of... Read More
While offering some of the same kinds of shops, the Royal Street experience is different from shopping Magazine Street. First, located a block away from Bourbon street, the area is more reminiscent of a European 19th-century city, with mule-drawn carriages and cobblestones providing the ambiance. Higher end jewelry, art and antique shops are the specialty on this strip, which also has a handful of great hotels. And there are constant reminders that the French Quarter is a living neighborhood, as you pass an elementary school, a vet's office and a supermarket. The heart of the street is closed to car traffic during the day, making it an easy pedestrian destination.
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Beth D'Addono
New Orleans Local Expert
- Best Attractions & Activities: "Royal Street also happens to be the location of the only full service grocery store in the Quarter - Rouse's at 701."
- Things to Do in Fall: "Lower Royal is closed to traffic during the day, making it a popular place to hear live music from buskers."
- Free Things to Do: "Lauded internationally for its art galleries and antique shops, Royal Street is a must-stroll for any New Orleans visitor."
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: Royal Street is an ongoing - and family friendly - street party of shopping, music buskers and good eats.
- Best for Things to Do in Fall Because: Lauded internationally for its art galleries and antique shops, Royal Street is a must-stroll for any New Orleans visitor.
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: Free music, great window shopping, excellent people watching - there's nothing not to love about Royal Street.