New Orleans is a very walkable city when it comes to downtown and the French Quarter, and the Smoothie King Center and Caesar’s Superdome are right next to all the action. Be it a sports game, concert, or some other special event, the best of the city is at an arm’s reach. Enjoy eating, drinking, playing, and staying in downtown New Orleans, and make the most of your trip to the city with the options below.

HOTELS NEAR SMOOTHIE KING CENTER AND CAESARS SUPERDOME

Hyatt Regency New Orleans

Connecting to the Superdome and the Smoothie King Center, Hyatt is the closest hotel you can get to the action.

Copper Vine Wine Pub & Inn 

This new luxury hotel, located just steps away from the Dome, has just 11 rooms. That and bespoke design gives it an intimate feel, with the delicious Copper Vine Wine Bar & Restaurant located just downstairs. 

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Selina Catahoula New Orleans

Selina Catahoula New Orleans

Located in a beautifully renovated Creole townhouse, the Selina Catahoula offers guests an authentic New Orleans experience. 

The Barnett

This trendy, laid-back hotel is close to the action and also features a pool and rooftop bar.

Virgin Hotels New Orleans

Virgin features “chambers” instead of rooms and has an eclectic atmosphere with a rooftop pool.  

Le Pavillon Hotel

Elegance and class are the name of the game at Le Pavillon, located just down Poydras Street. 

The Troubadour Hotel New Orleans

A Hilton Tapestry Collection hotel, the Troubadour gives off a sleek boutique feel.

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Copper Vine Wine Pub

RESTAURANTS NEAR SMOOTHIE KING CENTER AND CAESARS SUPERDOME

Copper Vine

Part wine pub, part full-service restaurant, Copper Vine serves great food with a side of ambiance. Stop in for lunch, brunch, happy hour, or dinner.

Willa Jean

Known for their pastries and brunch, Willa Jean is comfort food done right.

Paul Broussard
Central City BBQ

Devil Moon BBQ  

Get your fill of smoked meats from Devil Moon BBQ, and beer from next door Brewery Saint X, before or after a game.  

Commons Club New Orleans

Commons Club is the trendy restaurant inside Virgin Hotels New Orleans. Make a reservation for brunch or dinner, or just stop in for cocktails. 

Where to Drink

Pluck Wine Bar

Open until midnight on the weekends, Pluck is your-go to place for wine, beer, and snacky things. Plus, they have a full-service menu. Charcuterie, anyone? 

Rooftop at The Barnett  

Sip on some cocktails while enjoying panoramic views of the city at this rooftop poolside hangout.  

Baroness on Baronne​

Stop in for cocktails and conversation at the Baroness on Baronne. 

Vintage Rock Club

Part club, part bar, Vintage Rock Club is just steps away from the arena and often hosts pre-parties to games and concerts in the area.

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Monkey Board

Ingénue

Ingénue is a cool rooftop bar on top of the Troubadour Hotel. Enjoy food and drinks with sweeping views of the city.

Double Dealer

Hidden beneath the Orpheum Theater, this speakeasy-themed bar is the perfect spot for high-end cocktails if you're looking for a little pre- or post-game/concert glam. 

Walk-On’s

Kick back and enjoy Louisiana cuisine at this sports bar.

Where to Play 

Stumpy’s Hatchet House

One of the latest attractions to hit the streets of New Orleans is Stumpy’s, a hatchet-throwing venue in the Central Business District of downtown. Try your hand at 10 axe-throwing pits and experience why the hatchet-throwing craze has taken off across the nation. 

Dave & Buster's

Great fun for the whole family, Dave & Buster's has a sports bar-like atmosphere complete with arcade games and billiards. 

Fulton Alley

Stroll Fulton Street and stop into Fulton Alley for a round of bowling. If bowling isn’t your thing, enjoy board games, music, and food & drinks.