New Orleans is usually filled with delicious aromas coming off street food stalls, great music ringing through the air, and undeniable party vibes. So who would want to be stuck indoors this spring?
The historic French Quarter is full of beautiful architecture, the Mississippi provides a natural backdrop for photos, and the best place to see and feel it all is from up high.
That’s why we’ve put together a list of the best rooftop event spaces in town so you can immerse yourself in the beauty and atmosphere of NOLA while enjoying the unrivaled hospitality of some of its best venues.
Riverview Room
The Riverview Room is a grand ballroom stretching out over 6,0000 square feet of elegant event space. It can easily accommodate large weddings, and on-site service from the New Orleans School of Cooking makes catering your event a breeze. Check out the elegant catering packages of Southern classics.
The venue’s real magic happens on its five terraces, the largest of which is a 4,600 square foot area with stunning views over the river and the rest of the French Quarter. Picture a wedding reception under the stars with New Orleans as your backdrop.
But it’s not just weddings that the team can put together. They can handle everything from corporate meetings and conferences to all-out banquets, to cocktail receptions and themed parties. Get in touch with the team of planners today to talk about your next event.
Louisiana Children’s Museum
With a stunning location in the middle of City Park overlooking a lagoon, Louisiana Children's Museum doesn’t kid around! The 56,000 square foot building is surrounded by acres of green space, water, and tranquil outdoor and indoor event areas.
Although not strictly a rooftop, the best areas of the venue are its outdoor spaces. There are balconies overlooking the lagoon, and large outdoor areas surrounding the building. So it couldn’t be missed off this list.
Full-service catering is provided by Dickie Brennan & Co., the very same group responsible for the ever-popular steakhouse of the same name. The entire venue or its constituent parts are available to rent for private events including kids' parties, weddings, and conferences. Head over to the event page for more information.
Pat O'Brien's Private Events
Pat O’Brien’s has a host of intriguing event spaces in New Orleans. But the pick of all the different rooms, suites, bars, and courtyards has to be the rooftop terrace overlooking the Mississippi. The ideal environment for the most romantic of dinners, or for a wild night under the stars.
They call it The Grande Terrace, and it’s no exaggeration. It can hold a banquet for 90 guests, or a drinks reception for a whopping 300, making it the ideal wedding venue for those who’ve had to postpone until now.
From its wrought-iron chandeliers and twin copper-topped grand pianos to its exterior steeples and spires, the whole building is bursting with old-time charm. And the friendly on-site team has an exemplary record for good hospitality. Just check out the reviews online!
If you’re planning a wedding or corporate event that requires a dash of grand old charm, this is the spot for you. Find out more and get in touch via the event page.
