5 Days in the Big Easy!

Megan O'Donnell

31 Dec 2023

Join me on an epic adventure through the vibrant streets of New Orleans. From jazz to history, and everything in between, this itinerary is packed with excitement and exploration. Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich culture and charm of the Big Easy!

Trip to New Orleans

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Jazz, Cathedrals, and Soulful Beats

$20

$ 7

New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

Directions

Historic circa-1835 mint turned museum with coin exhibits & an upper-level jazz venue.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$20

9 - 14 min

Directions

Grand, spired circa-1700s church with stained glass, a painted ceiling & an active congregation.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

•

Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

Renowned former gathering place for slaves in Louis Armstrong Park now hosts concerts & events.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

•

Free

Day 2Unveiling the Heroes of WWII and Iconic Squares

$74

$ 7

New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

Directions

Multi-building museum with interactive submarine exhibit, planes, 4-D theater & eatery downstairs.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

•

$74

9 - 11 min

Directions

Artists & performers ply their trades in a park built in 1721 & lined with historic buildings.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

•

Free

Day 3Behind the Scenes of Mardi Gras and Historical Treasures

$55

$ 7

New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

Directions

Vast, 400,000-sq.-ft. complex where Mardi Gras floats are made & stored, with hourly tours.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$55

13 - 16 min

Directions

Museum made up of historic, restored buildings that offer exhibits & tours, plus a cafe.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

•

Free

Day 4Dive into Aquatic Wonders and Live Jazz

$113

$ 4

New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

Directions

Insect & marine life exhibits plus a 400,000-gallon tank with reefs, sharks & a walk-through tunnel.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

•

$75

11 - 16 min

Directions

Historic, all-ages place for jazz in a no-frills space with wooden floors & no air-conditioning.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

•

$38

Day 5Parks, Art, and the Spirit of Louis Armstrong

$38

$ 14

New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

Directions

Park with oak trees, jogging & bike paths, a lagoon, picnic shelters, tennis courts & playgrounds.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

Free

18 - 22 min

Directions

More than 40,000 pieces by global artists of various historical periods in a grand marble building.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

•

$38

11 - 14 min

Directions

31-acre park that's home to historic Congo Square & hosts concerts, films & other events.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

Free

Budget breakdown: $338 In total

Activities & Food:$299

Transport:$39