Jackson Square vs Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do Jackson Square first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 84 against 78 for Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar, and it has 129 ranked ways to see it versus 60. Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar is the cheaper entry at $21, so it is the better pick on a tight budget. With a full day in New Orleans, pair them: plan Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Jackson Square | Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 129 | 60 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 88 | 84 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 84 | 78 |
| Cheapest experience | $27 | $21 |
| Average time needed | 2.2h | 2h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | No | No |
Best ways to see Jackson Square
- 1. French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 88 · from $35 · 2h
- 2. New Orleans Adults-Only Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Tour
Outty Ranking 85 · from $38 · 1.5h
- 3. New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 85 · from $85 · 3h
- 4. French Quarter Walking Food Tour: Famous Flavors of New Orleans
Outty Ranking 84 · from $80 · 3h
- 5. New Orleans French Quarter, Voodoo and Culture Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 84 · from $38 · 2h
Best ways to see Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
- 1. Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour
Outty Ranking 84 · from $37 · 1.8h
- 2. Ghost Tour and Haunted Pub Crawl Party with Free Shot
Outty Ranking 83 · from $21 · 2h
- 3. New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour
Outty Ranking 81 · from $30 · 2h
- 4. New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 79 · from $38 · 1.8h
- 5. New Orleans City Bike Tour
Outty Ranking 78 · from $60 · 3.5h
Frequently asked questions
Jackson Square or Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do Jackson Square first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 84 against 78 for Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar, and it has 129 ranked ways to see it versus 60. Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar is the cheaper entry at $21, so it is the better pick on a tight budget. With a full day in New Orleans, pair them: plan Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Jackson Square or Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar?
Ranked experiences at Jackson Square start from $27 and at Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar from $21 per person.
How long do you need at Jackson Square and Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar?
Experiences at Jackson Square run 2.2 hours on average and at Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar 2 hours, so both fit in one day in New Orleans with a break in between.
Can you do Jackson Square and Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar on the same day?
Yes. Book the longer visit for the morning when crowds are lighter, and keep the afternoon for the other. 100% of Jackson Square options and 100% of Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Jackson Square: French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour (Outty Ranking 88, from $35). For Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar: Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour (Outty Ranking 84, from $37).
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