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NOLA Adventure: Jazz, History, and Art

Janek Dries

Janek Dries

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through the vibrant streets of New Orleans. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and discover the city's hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Big Easy!

Trip to New Orleans

Day 1Cathedral Charm and French Quarter Delights
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$0

St. Louis Cathedral
Grand, spired circa-1700s church with stained glass, a painted ceiling & an active congregation.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Jackson Square
Artists & performers ply their trades in a park built in 1721 & lined with historic buildings.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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French Quarter Visitor Center
Center run by the National Park Service, with history exhibits, a gift shop & guided walking tours.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Aquatic Wonders and Soulful Melodies
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$57

Audubon Aquarium
Insect & marine life exhibits plus a 400,000-gallon tank with reefs, sharks & a walk-through tunnel.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$37
11 - 16 min

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Preservation Hall
Historic, all-ages place for jazz in a no-frills space with wooden floors & no air-conditioning.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$19
Day 3Serene Parks, WWII History, and Artistic Treasures
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$56

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$ 4

Audubon Park
Park with oak trees, jogging & bike paths, a lagoon, picnic shelters, tennis courts & playgrounds.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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The National WWII Museum
Multi-building museum with interactive submarine exhibit, planes, 4-D theater & eatery downstairs.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$37
16 - 20 min

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New Orleans Museum of Art
More than 40,000 pieces by global artists of various historical periods in a grand marble building.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$19

Budget breakdown: $116 In total

Activities & Food:$112
Transport:$4