A realistic day trip from The Barnett
Start at The Barnett's Lobby Bar for coffee or a late-morning snack, walk to the National WWII Museum, return to High Five rooftop pool in the afternoon, and finish with dinner at Seaworthy or Brutto Americano. This loop fits a realistic single-day outing that uses the hotel's dining, pool, and central Warehouse District location.
In this guide
- Morning: Coffee and a plan in The Lobby Bar
- Late morning: Walk or streetcar to the National WWII Museum
- Lunch: Back to Brutto Americano or a quick spot nearby
- Afternoon: Rooftop pool time at High Five
- Late afternoon: Freshen up and optional short walk to Lafayette Square
- Evening: Dinner at Seaworthy or The Barnett venues and live music
- Practical tips and transport for the day
Morning: Coffee and a plan in The Lobby Bar
Begin your day inside The Barnett to avoid street parking and give everyone a place to gather. The Lobby Bar serves craft cocktails and Italian-accented small plates, and All Good New Orleans (the on-site cafe) serves Stumptown coffee and breakfast items; All Good is open daily with breakfast hours listed on the hotel's site.
While you drink coffee or have a light breakfast, pick up a map at the 24-hour front desk and confirm any reservations you need for museums or tours. The hotel's complimentary Wi‑Fi lets you check tour pickup times and traffic before you step outside.
- Check-out and luggage plan: standard check-out is 11:00 AM (some booking channels list noon).
- If you need to store luggage after checkout, luggage storage is available at the hotel.
- Main guest must be at least 21 to check in; children are welcome in rooms.
| On-site Morning Options | Hours (per hotel info) |
|---|---|
| All Good New Orleans (coffee & breakfast) | Breakfast served daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM |
| The Lobby Bar (late-morning snacks) | Mon–Fri 2:00 PM–10:00 PM (bar hours vary) |
| Front desk / concierge | 24-hour |
Late morning: Walk or streetcar to the National WWII Museum
From The Barnett (600 Carondelet St) you can walk to the National WWII Museum in about five minutes, according to the hotel's location notes. The short walk keeps the group together and saves time compared with driving.
If you prefer a longer but scenic option, hop on the St. Charles Avenue streetcar (a block from the hotel) for a different view of the city. Confirm museum opening hours and ticket policies before you go; the hotel concierge or front desk can help with directions and current schedules.
- Walk time to National WWII Museum: about 5 minutes (as listed by hotel sources).
- Streetcar access: St. Charles Avenue streetcar line is directly outside the property for sightseeing into Uptown and the Garden District.
- Pack water and comfortable shoes—the Warehouse District is walkable with museums and parks nearby.
| Nearby Sights | Typical walk time from The Barnett |
|---|---|
| Lafayette Square Park | 1 minute |
| National WWII Museum | About 5 minutes |
| French Quarter | Approximately 15 minutes |
Lunch: Back to Brutto Americano or a quick spot nearby
Return to The Barnett for lunch at Brutto Americano (the hotel's signature restaurant) if you prefer to keep the day centered at the hotel. Brutto Americano serves brunch on weekends (Sat & Sun) and dinner Wed–Sun; verify current service times before you arrive.
If Brutto's schedule doesn't fit your timing, the Warehouse District has many casual lunch spots within a few blocks; the front desk can recommend nearby options or make reservations.
- Brutto Americano: Brunch Sat & Sun 8:00 AM–2:00 PM; Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 PM–10:00 PM (check hotel listings for updates).
- Seaworthy opens for dinner later in the day and runs a happy hour; reservations are available for evening service.
- All Good New Orleans offers grab-and-go sandwiches and salads if you need a faster option.
| On-site Dining | When to use today |
|---|---|
| All Good New Orleans | Quick breakfast or lunch to go |
| Brutto Americano | Sit-down lunch/brunch when open |
| Seaworthy | Evening seafood (reservations recommended) |
Afternoon: Rooftop pool time at High Five
Reserve the afternoon for The Barnett's heated rooftop pool and High Five bar. The rooftop pool area is open year-round and typically runs pool hours from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM; pool-bar hours vary by day, so check the hotel's current schedule for the Grill and Bar.
The rooftop offers lounge chairs, terrace space, and a poolside bar with light fare and seasonal cocktails. Day access policies differ for non-hotel guests—day visitors must be 21 or older—so this is best used by hotel guests or an all-adult group.
- Pool hours listed: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM (hotel sources).
- High Five Pool Bar hours vary; the Grill is often listed as 11:00 AM–7:00 PM.
- No reservation is required for pool use, but check for seasonal changes or private events.
| Rooftop Facilities | Notes |
|---|---|
| Heated rooftop pool | Open year-round; daily pool hours 11:00 AM–7:00 PM |
| High Five Pool Bar & Grill | Serves seasonal small plates and cocktails; hours vary |
| Sun loungers and terrace | Available for hotel guests |
Late afternoon: Freshen up and optional short walk to Lafayette Square
After the pool, head back to your room to shower and change. The Barnett offers a range of room types including Room, Patio, Room, Corner, Room, 1 King Bed, Room, 2 Queen Beds, Deluxe Room, and suites such as Suite, 1 Bedroom, Patio and Suite (1 Bedroom).
If you have time before dinner, Lafayette Square is only a minute's walk from the hotel and is a pleasant place for a short stroll or photos. Use the hotel's 24-hour fitness center if you'd rather squeeze in a workout instead.
- Rooms mentioned above are available categories at The Barnett; confirm your booked room type on arrival.
- Fitness Center is open 24 hours and includes Peloton bikes and free weights if you prefer exercise to a walk.
- If you need an early check-in or late check-out, note the hotel's stated policy: check-in from 3:00 PM; standard check-out 11:00 AM (early check-in may incur fees).
| Room-related Notes | What to ask front desk |
|---|---|
| Early check-in | An early check-in fee is noted on some booking channels |
| Rollaway beds | Available for an extra nightly fee |
| Luggage storage | Available at front desk |
Evening: Dinner at Seaworthy or The Barnett venues and live music
For dinner, Seaworthy (the hotel's seafood restaurant housed in a historic Creole cottage) is open for evening service and runs a happy hour noted for oysters; it accepts reservations. Brutto Americano is the other signature option for Italian-Southern fare when its dinner service is running.
After dinner, check the hotel's live music schedule at Good Measure (the on-site music venue) or the Lobby Bar for near-nightly performances. The Barnett programs regular live shows and DJs, so confirm event start times with the front desk.
- Seaworthy dinner hours: Sunday–Thursday 4:00 PM–10:00 PM; Friday–Saturday 4:00 PM–11:00 PM (hotel listings).
- The Lobby Bar has a daily happy hour from 4:00 PM–6:00 PM and specific bar hours by day.
- Good Measure hosts live music and late-night programming; check the hotel's event listings for the night's lineup.
| Evening Options | Where to go |
|---|---|
| Seaworthy | Dinner and oyster happy hour |
| Brutto Americano | Dinner when in service Wed–Sun |
| Good Measure | Live music and performances |
Practical tips and transport for the day
If you're leaving the hotel by car, The Barnett operates valet-only parking; the hotel sources list a secured valet fee with in/out privileges. If you need to go farther afield, local tour operators offer round-trip swamp-and-plantation day tours that pick up in the Warehouse District.
For airport transfers, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is the nearest commercial airport; driving times vary with traffic. The hotel's location near public transit, streetcar stops and bus routes makes short trips around downtown and Uptown straightforward.
- Parking: valet-only (hotel sources cite a secured valet fee and in/out privileges).
- Airport: MSY is the nearest airport; typical drive time to downtown is about 20–30 minutes depending on traffic.
- Tours: combo swamp-and-plantation tours commonly offer pick-up from Warehouse District hotels—ask the front desk for operator recommendations.
| Transport Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Streetcar (St. Charles Avenue) | A block from the hotel for sightseeing into Uptown/Garden District |
| Local bus | Route 16 stop roughly 600 feet from the hotel |
| Rideshare / taxi | Commonly used for farther destinations and airport runs |
