New Orleans culture makes for great memories and unique gifts. The holiday season is the perfect time to grab something for your loved ones or your friends back home–it’s the season of giving, after all! Whether it’s a locally-made product or a popular gift, we have plenty of places to get the perfect present.
Here is our guide to holiday shopping in New Orleans by neighborhood.
Holiday shopping at Keil’s Antiques – Photo credit: Justen Williams
French Quarter
Stroll down Royal Street for some inspiration for your gifts. With a plethora of options of shops, you can choose from art, antiques, clothing, jewelry and more. Stay tuned for holiday markets from The Shop at the Historic New Orleans Collection, and more!
If you’re looking for a uniquely New Orleans gift, the French Market is full of great options. Belle Louisiane and Aunt Sally’s Praline Shop are great for picking out sweet and savory stocking stuffers or gifts for the foodie in your life. Muse Inspired Fashion and Baby One are go-to shops for apparel. If Santa is looking for a last-minute stop, Little Toy Shop is the place. For fun gifts for your friends, check out Gimme NOLA for fun accessories and more. Dutch Alley Artist’s Co-Op is a must-visit, with dozens of local art pieces adorning the walls. Browse over 30 shops and vendors when visiting the French Market this holiday season.
Marigny and Bywater
Shop for funky, creative gifts in the Bywater, located just outside of the French Quarter. Wander your way through shops like Dr. Bob’s Folk Art, Lucullus Antiques, and Euclid Records for unique finds.
Hazelnut on Magazine Street – Photo credit: Paul Broussard
Uptown
Head to Magazine Street beginning on Small Business Saturday for six miles of retail that will have you covered for all of your decorating, gifting, and entertaining needs. Some of our favorite spots along Magazine Street for gifts include NOLA Couture for New Orleans-inspired tees and accessories, Tasc Performance for athletic wear, Hazelnut for gifts for the home, and Pippen Lane for children’s clothing. We love West London Boutique for women’s clothing and Lionheart Prints for stationery and gifting needs.
Holiday shopping at Keil’s Antiques – Photo credit: Justen Williams
Central Business District
The Central Business District has two shopping centers where you can knock out all your shopping. Head to Canal Place for high-end options like Saks Fifth Avenue and Tiffany and Co. The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk is a great destination for discounted prices.
Warehouse District
Julia Street is the place to go for all art lovers. The galleries along the row make for great gifts to yourself or significant other. Arthur Roger and Jonathan Ferrara are just two of our favorites.
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Join us for HNOC’s annual Holiday Market celebrating local artists and makers! Browse wares by more than a dozen local vendors in our historic French Quarter courtyard, while enjoying live music by the New Orleans Jazz Vipers. Book lovers, don't miss the HNOC publications table.
HNOC members will receive complimentary mimosas and gift wrapping during our member appreciation hours from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Members also enjoy a 20% store-wide discount throughout the day. Not a member? Become one on hnoc.org or at the event.
Admission is free and open to the public—registration is not required.
The Junior League of New Orleans is proud to present its 9th Annual Holly Jolly Market at Ursuline Academy! Come visit an array of local vendors selling everything from home decor to holiday classics to handmade wonders. It’s the perfect opportunity to cross a few items off your holiday shopping list—and what better place to find that one-of-a-kind gift for your hard-to-shop-for friend or the person who has everything? Join us for a jolly good time!
While you shop, visit JLNO’s holiday gift-wrapping station and we will wrap your holiday shopping! Bring gifts from home or gifts bought at the market and we will wrap them All.
Deutsches Haus is holding its 7th annual ChristKindlMarkt or Christmas Market in December 2025. A Christkindlmarkt is a street market associated with Christmas during the Advent season. These outdoor markets originated in Germany in the late Middle Ages. Our market will offer food, drink, seasonal items and handmade gifts and crafts offered for sale from open air stalls. Shopping will be accompanied by traditional Christmas music and singing and evening shopping under lights.
NOLA Boards and Lower Coast Coffee invite you to celebrate the holiday season with us in our backyard. Enjoy festive bites, sip local coffee & cocktails, shop unique pop-ups, and soak in live music. It’s our way of kicking off the holidays—full of community, cheer, and merriment.
Holiday Market
Holly Jolly Market
Deutsches Haus Christkindlmarkt
Merriment Night Market