Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

1. Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop

8.6
941 Bourbon St (at St Philip St), New Orleans, LA
Dive Bar · French Quarter · 378 tips and reviews

Rob W.Rob W: One of the oldest bars in America. Check out the piano in back & the fireplace. Only lit by candlelight.

J CrowleyJ Crowley: One of oldest bars in US. Candle lit. Awesome

Venkatesh H.Venkatesh Hodavdekar: Really cool candlelight bar with a lot of history. This bar is part of the haunted tours.

LOA new orleans is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

2. LOA new orleans

8.6
221 Camp St (Gravier St.), New Orleans, LA
Hotel Bar · Central Business District · 29 tips and reviews

Jodie L.Jodie Lynn: Amazing drinks! Ask Franklin to create their house margarita! Luv the Sassafras around the rim :) monitors are Delish, w/fresh herbs everwhere! atmosphere is swanky and lit by candlelight! Sassy!

Donna S.Donna S: No smoking bar!!! Yeah!!!

Britney P.Britney Penouilh: Be a friend of loa on Facebook! Read more.

Vincent's Italian Cuisine is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

3. Vincent's Italian Cuisine

9.1
7839 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA
Italian Restaurant · Black Pearl · 26 tips and reviews

Stephanie C.Stephanie Carter: Best thing on a rainy, cold NOLA night? Ducking into dark, cozy, candlelit Vincent's and becoming a strawberry-cello convert.

www.ShopKraze.comwww.ShopKraze.com: Love that their menu reccomends the perfect wine to accompany each meal. Their wine selection over all is amazing!!!

Molly M.Molly Mac: Great food, great wine, great service but for the best service have Michael Compagno wait on you.

New Orleans City Park is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

4. New Orleans City Park

9.5
City Park Ave (at Marconi Dr), New Orleans, LA
Park · City Park · 113 tips and reviews

Jill O.Jill Ogletree: Amazing park. So much to do for any demographic. Can't wait to visit again.

Will N.Will N: 6th-largest urban public park in the US, approx. 50% larger than Central Park in NYC. Holds the world's largest collection of mature live oak trees. Founded in 1853, one of the oldest parks in the US.

Gambit New OrleansGambit New Orleans: Five outdoor eateries near City Park...Ralph's on the Park, Cafe Degas, Cafe Navarre, Santa Fe Restaurant and Nonna Mia... Read more.

Jackson Square is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

5. Jackson Square

9.4
745 Decatur St (btwn St. Peter St & St. Ann St), New Orleans, LA
Plaza · French Quarter - CBD · 211 tips and reviews

christie n.christie nixon: strawberry nutella crepes are awesome! great artwork for sale and music is amazing!

HISTORYHISTORY: After the Battle of New Orleans in 1814 the square was renamed Jackson Square after General Andrew Jackson. Jackson Square has been featured in movies, including The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.

@sloane@sloane: Grab beignets to go or a muffaletta from central grocery and sit in the Square on a sunny day. It's heavenly.

St. Louis Cathedral is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

6. St. Louis Cathedral

9.2
615 Pere Antoine Aly (at Chartres St), New Orleans, LA
Church · French Quarter · 74 tips and reviews

Catherine P.Catherine Parkes: One of the most beautiful churches I have ever been too!

Beebe T.Beebe Tran: Oldest active Cathedral in the United States.

HISTORYHISTORY: Since 1727 New Orleanians have worshipped in churches on this site. A fire in 1788 burned the church to the ground. Construction of a new church began in early 1789, & was completed in December 1794.

Café Amelie is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

7. Café Amelie

912 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · French Quarter · 116 tips and reviews

Adrienne L.Adrienne L: If the lamb meatloaf is available, get it! Very good breakfast cocktails as well.

Lisa M.Lisa McKinnon: Be sure to check out the vintage erotic art in the upstairs bathroom

Sara L.Sara L.: Sit outside if possible. Get the shrimp & grits!

Muriel's Jackson Square is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

8. Muriel's Jackson Square

9.0
801 Chartres St (St. Ann), New Orleans, LA
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · French Quarter · 147 tips and reviews

Jeanne Marie H.Jeanne Marie Hoffman: The bread pudding is fantastic! Make sure to check out the ghost before you leave. Seafood is excellent. People dress from casual to fancy.

Tracy M.Tracy Marcus: Crawfish & Goat cheese Crêpes are a must-try! Read more.

Danielle W.Danielle W.: Reservations are a must!

One Eyed Jacks is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

9. One Eyed Jacks

615 Toulouse St (at Royal), New Orleans, LA
Rock Club · French Quarter · 30 tips and reviews

John P.John Paul: It's no secret. The best place to hear live music. The sound system is dope!

MTVMTV: Love going here on Thursday's, 80's night! - Preston, Real World: New Orleans

Team CocoTeam Coco: "My normal drink is a "Special" Tom Collins - it's a normal Tom Collins, but I have them hold the gin, lemon juice, and sugar. And instead of carbonated water, I have them use tap." - Conan O'Brien

Broussard's Restaurant & Courtyard is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

10. Broussard's Restaurant & Courtyard

8.4
819 Conti St, New Orleans, LA
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · French Quarter · 30 tips and reviews

Food NetworkFood Network: Local seafood shines here, especially in the bouillabaisse. It brims with tender fruits de mer in a robust saffron-tomato broth. Via CityEats.com Read more.

Rachel K.Rachel Kuta: Best truffle Fries ever.. With black Pepper.

Fat Mama's TamalesFat Mama's Tamales: fancy and tasty

Irene's is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

11. Irene's

7.7
529 Bienville St (Decatur St), New Orleans, LA
Italian Restaurant · French Quarter · 70 tips and reviews

Jeremy T.Jeremy Thompson: 1 of the Top 3 Filet Mignons I have ever had, including Keens, Ruth Chris, and more. Paired with a perfectly spicy Cabernet.

Craig TrentecostaCraig Trentecosta: St. Philip and chartres, not bourbon!

Stephanos B.Stephanos Berger: And even if they call you to confirm your reservation, they will give your table for seven away - fifteen minutes overdue

Cafe Lafitte In Exile is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

12. Cafe Lafitte In Exile

8.5
901 Bourbon St (at Dumaine St.), New Orleans, LA
Gay Bar · French Quarter · 39 tips and reviews

Josh R.Josh Rivero: They have some of the best bloody Mary's in the city and where I got my start as a bartender. Also the workplace of Aletha...the longest serving bartender on Bourbon St.

Amy L.Amy L.: If you need to get away from the noise, try to get upstairs and out onto the patio deck. Unless it's Mardi Gras, almost no one is ever there.

elizabeth a.elizabeth allums: Show up at 9pm for the "love is in the air" tradition- big fun.

Bellocq is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

13. Bellocq

936 St. Charles, New Orleans, LA
Cocktail Bar · Central Business District · 23 tips and reviews

Paulette B.Paulette Bleam: Amazing cocktail bar with good ambiance and a great music selection.

CURECURE: Free Valet Parking in front of the hotel. Also an inexpensive pay lot directly behind the hotel on St. Joseph...paid parking receipt can get you a free punch inside.

Cynthia S.Cynthia Snuffleupagus: It's not on the menu but I requested a chocolate martini and the amazing bartender made it happen. And this place has a really chill vampy vibe. Totally dig it!! Love!!

The Saint Hotel, Autograph Collection is one of The 15 Best Dimly-Lit Places in New Orleans.

14. The Saint Hotel, Autograph Collection

931 Canal St (at Burgundy St), New Orleans, LA
Hotel · Central Business District · 35 tips and reviews

Ashley R.Ashley Ross: Excellent experience, clean room, great location. Found staff friendly and helpful.

Jahayra_NYCJahayra_NYC: Beautiful hotel. Staff was super friendly & accommodating. Great location & within walking distance of Bourbon St. & the French Quarter. The lobby is gorgeous. Make sure to snap pics.

Bill P.Bill P: What a wonderful stay.. staff very friendly and willing to assist in any area. Rooms are very modern, a 5 star hotel!!