New Orleans is the arguably the most gay-friendly city in the south and for its size, has quite a few gay bars and clubs to choose from.  The two most popular gay bars are located on Bourbon Street and St. Ann.  Here you will find Bourbon Street Pub.  The other, OZ, is right across the street.

Both bars are open 24 hours, and in New Orleans you can walk around with your drink in hand.  Most bars will let you walk in with your drink, so it’s a great way to save money.  Keep in mind, many bars here don’t accept credit/debit cards, so make sure you have enough cash for the evening (though many establishments do have ATMs).

At the Pub and OZ you’ll find a mix of ages and types.  For a mostly older crowd, head down St. Ann one block and you’ll find Good Friends on the corner.  If you stay on Bourbon Street walking toward St. Phillip, Cafe Lafitte In Exile is on the left.  You’ll find a mostly older crowd here as well.

Napoleon’s Itch, also on Bourbon Street, is a hip, loungy place to grab a cocktail.  This bar, like many of the others is not hard to find.