Activity French Quarter, New Orleans
Preservation Hall
An activity in French Quarter, New Orleans, moderately priced ($$) and worth about an hour. Best time to go: Evening.
Why go
Tiny hall dedicated to traditional New Orleans jazz, sets nightly.
It is one of 10 curated places we feature in New Orleans, alongside 4 places to eat, 2 bars & cafés and 2 sights. 6 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Antoine's and Jackson Square.
- Type
- Activity · Nightlife
- Neighborhood
- French Quarter
- Price
- $$
- Time needed
- 1 hr
- Best time
- Evening
Nearby
Our closest curated picks, including 4 beyond New Orleans. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.
- 1Antoine's
Creole dining rooms open since 1840, where oysters Rockefeller were first served.
Food · French Quarter & Riverfront · 0.1 mi straight-line - 2Jackson Square
The Quarter's old parade ground, facing St. Louis Cathedral, a short walk from the riverfront viewing areas.
Sight · French Quarter & Riverfront · 0.1 mi straight-line - 3Jackson Square
Historic square framed by St. Louis Cathedral, street painters and brass bands.
Sight · 0.2 mi straight-line - 4Café du Monde
Open-air coffee stand serving beignets and chicory café au lait since 1862.
Food · 0.2 mi straight-line - 5Arnaud's
Creole restaurant from 1918 with shrimp Arnaud, a jazz bistro, and the French 75 bar off the lobby.
Food · French Quarter & Riverfront · 0.3 mi straight-line - 6Galatoire's
Bourbon Street dining room open since 1905, known for long holiday lunches, shrimp remoulade and souffle potatoes.
Food · French Quarter & Riverfront · 0.3 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Preservation Hall is a stop on our New Orleans & Gulf Coast route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
More things to do in New Orleans
Another curated activity in New Orleans. See the full New Orleans guide.
When to go
Average daily highs in New Orleans run from 60°F in January to 87°F in August; August is usually the wettest month. For Preservation Hall itself, we suggest: Evening.
Modelled monthly averages for New Orleans from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full New Orleans weather by month.
Getting there
Map links open a live search for Preservation Hall, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Address
- 726 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
- Coordinates
- 29.95829, -90.06539
- Destination
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Website
- preservationhall.com
Preservation Hall: quick answers
How much time do you need at Preservation Hall?
Plan on about an hour at Preservation Hall. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit Preservation Hall?
Our pick: Evening. Insider tip: Buy timed tickets online; no bar inside.
Where is Preservation Hall?
Preservation Hall is at 726 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA, in French Quarter. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.
Which TripsCircle routes include Preservation Hall?
Preservation Hall appears on New Orleans & Gulf Coast, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add Preservation Hall to your crew's plan
Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to New Orleans.
Plan New Orleans
- New Orleans travel guide 10 places
- Best time to visit New Orleans weather by month
- New Orleans to Mobile 132 mi straight-line
Lists & regions
Also in New Orleans
- Commander's Palace Food
- The Sazerac Bar Drinks
- The National WWII Museum Sight
Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.