3 Days in New Orleans: The Perfect Itinerary
A balanced 3-day trip to New Orleans, covering historical sights, delicious food, and cultural experiences.
Day 1 — French Quarter Immersion
- 10:00 — Check-in at hotel (Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans)
- 10:30 — Explore Jackson Square (Jackson Square, New Orleans)
- 12:00 — Visit St. Louis Cathedral (St. Louis Cathedral, New Orleans)
- 13:00 — Lunch (Cafe Du Monde, New Orleans)
- 14:00 — Walk Bourbon Street (Bourbon Street, New Orleans)
- 15:30 — Shopping on Royal Street (Royal Street, New Orleans)
- 17:00 — Rest at hotel (Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans)
- 19:00 — Dinner (Commander's Palace, New Orleans)
- 20:30 — Live Jazz Music (Preservation Hall, New Orleans)
Day 2 — Garden District Charm and Culinary Delights
- 09:00 — Breakfast (Brennan's Restaurant, New Orleans)
- 10:00 — Streetcar to Garden District (St. Charles Streetcar Line, New Orleans)
- 10:30 — Garden District Walking Tour (Garden District, New Orleans)
- 12:30 — Visit Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 (Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, New Orleans)
- 13:30 — Lunch (Joey K's Restaurant & Bar, New Orleans)
- 14:30 — The National WWII Museum (The National WWII Museum, New Orleans)
- 16:00 — Rest at hotel (Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans)
- 17:30 — Cooking Class (New Orleans School of Cooking, New Orleans)
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How many days does this New Orleans itinerary cover?
This itinerary covers New Orleans in 2 days — see the full day-by-day plan above.
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