New Orleans Travel Itinerary | Plan Your Perfect Trip

New Orleans, LA.

Clients should book New Orleans through a travel agent by sharing their interests (music, food, history, or nightlife), preferred neighborhood (French Quarter for atmosphere, Garden District for elegance, or Marigny for local vibe), travel dates (avoiding peak Mardi Gras prices unless that’s the goal), and budget so the agent can secure hotel deals, restaurant reservations at top spots, and curated experiences like swamp tours or jazz club passes that match their style.

French Quarter Introduction

Day 1

Start in the heart of the city. Explore Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral, then wander down Royal Street for antique shops and street performers. Have beignets at Café Du Monde (expect a line). Walk along the Mississippi River at Woldenberg Park. In the evening, grab dinner on Decatur Street and experience live jazz on Frenchmen Street.

Garden District & Magazine Street

Day 2

Take the historic St. Charles streetcar to the Garden District. Tour the Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 and admire the stunning mansions. Walk down Magazine Street for shopping, galleries, and lunch at one of the many cafes. Consider booking a guided mansion tour or visiting the Commander's Palace for a special meal.

History & Culture

Day 3

Visit the National WWII Museum (allow 3-4 hours). Explore the Warehouse District's art galleries. Have lunch in the Central Business District, then check out the Ogden Museum of Southern Art or the Contemporary Arts Center. End with dinner in the Arts District.

Swamp Tour & Plantations

Day 4

Take a morning swamp tour to see alligators and Louisiana bayou ecosystem (book ahead). Return for lunch, then explore the colorful Bywater neighborhood. Visit the Crescent Park for river views, check out local shops and street art. Have dinner at one of Bywater's excellent restaurants.

Audubon Park & Uptown

Day 5

Spend the morning at Audubon Park and Zoo. Have lunch in the Riverbend/Carrollton area. Visit Tulane and Loyola campuses if interested. Take the streetcar back and explore Oak Street's boutiques and vintage shops. Evening in the French Quarter for a different restaurant and bar scene.

City Park & Mid-City

Day 6

Visit City Park (one of the nation's largest urban parks). See the New Orleans Museum of Art and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Stroll through the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Have lunch on Esplanade Avenue. If you're visiting in season, catch live music at a local venue in Mid-City.

Neighborhoods & Departure

Day 7

Choose based on what you loved most: a cemetery tour, a cooking class, more French Quarter exploration, a riverboat cruise, or day trip to plantations along River Road. Leave time for last-minute shopping and one final meal at a place you want to try.

New Orleans, LA.