New Orleans Usa 7 Day Itinerary

Title: 7-Day Itinerary for Exploring New Orleans, USA

Day 1 - Arrival & French Quarter

  • Arrive at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
  • Check-in at Hotel Monteleone or Hotel Provencal, centrally located in the French Quarter.
  • Lunch at Café du Monde, famous for its beignets and café au lait.
  • Afternoon stroll around the French Quarter, visit Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and Pirates Alley.
  • Evening Jazz, catch some live music at Preservation Hall or Blue Nile.

Day 2 - Garden District & Museums

  • Breakfast at Café Amelie in the French Quarter.
  • Morning visit to the Garden District, see Antebellum mansions like the Magnolia Mansion and Lafayette Cemetery No. 1.
  • Lunch at Commander’s Palace, a historic restaurant known for its Creole cuisine and Southern hospitality.
  • Afternoon at The National WWII Museum or New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA).
  • Dinner at Cochon, a top-rated restaurant featuring contemporary Louisiana cuisine.

Day 3 - Swamp Tour & Plantations

  • Morning Swamp Tour with Cajun Encounters or Bayou Adventure.
  • Lunch at Crawfish Town USA, in the small town of Slidell on your way back to New Orleans.
  • Afternoon visit Oak Alley Plantation or San Francisco Plantation.
  • Dinner at GW Fins, known for its seafood dishes.

Day 4 - Faubourg Marigny & Bywater

  • Breakfast at Buvette Cafe in the Marigny neighborhood.
  • Morning stroll through Frenchmen Street Art Market.
  • Lunch at Parkway Bakery and Tavern, try their famous po’boys.
  • Afternoon visit to the Historic New Orleans Collection (THE NOC) or the Contemporary Arts Center.
  • Dinner at Willa Jean for modern Southern cuisine.

Day 5 - City Park & Magazine Street

  • Breakfast at Morning Call, another great beignet spot outside of the French Quarter.
  • Morning visit to City Park, explore sculpture gardens, New Orleans Museum of Art in City Park (NOMA in City Park), and rent a boat at Big Lake.
  • Lunch at Mother’s Restaurant on Poydras Street for their po’boys and debris sandwiches.
  • Afternoon shop along Magazine Street, known for its boutiques, bookstores, and antique shops.
  • Dinner at Herbsaint in the Warehouse District.

Day 6 - Riverfront & Treme

  • Breakfast at Willa Jean (again, if you haven’t been there yet).
  • Morning visit to the National World War II Museum, if you missed it on Day 2.
  • Lunch at Gumbo Shop for traditional Creole and Cajun dishes.
  • Afternoon stroll down the Mississippi Riverfront.
  • Dinner at Dooky Chase’s Restaurant in the Treme neighborhood, a New Orleans institution.

Day 7 - Farewell Brunch & Departure

  • Farewell brunch at Brennan’s, try their famous Bananas Foster.
  • Pack up and check out of your hotel.
  • Depart from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).

Tips:

  • Public Transportation: New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA) offers buses and streetcars as an affordable way to get around.
  • Street Cars: The St. Charles Avenue Streetcar line is a must-do for a historic ride through the Garden District and Uptown.
  • Taxis & Rideshares: Taxis are readily available, or use rideshare apps like Uber or Lyft.
  • Weather: New Orleans can be hot and humid, so pack lightweight, breathable clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
  • Festivals: Check if your visit coincides with any of the city’s famous festivals such as Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, or French Quarter Fest.