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7 Days in the Big Easy

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vik jaga

26 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant culture, rich history, and mouthwatering cuisine of New Orleans in this 7-day itinerary. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, immerse yourself in the charm of the Big Easy.

Trip to New Orleans

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of the French Quarter
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$37

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$ 2

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
11 - 14 min

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The National WWII Museum
Multi-building museum with interactive submarine exhibit, planes, 4-D theater & eatery downstairs.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$37
Day 2Cruising the Mighty Mississippi
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$80

Steamboat NATCHEZ
Old-fashioned steamboat offering cruises with buffet dining, including brunch, plus jazz music.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$43
6 - 9 min

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Audubon Aquarium
Insect & marine life exhibits plus a 400,000-gallon tank with reefs, sharks & a walk-through tunnel.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$37
Day 3Immersing in Jazz and Voodoo
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$19

New Orleans Jazz Museum
Historic circa-1835 mint turned museum with coin exhibits & an upper-level jazz venue.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
8 - 12 min

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New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
Two snug rooms packed with voodoo artifacts, plus a gift shop, both run by voodoo practitioners.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$9
5 - 8 min

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Jackson Square
Artists & performers ply their trades in a park built in 1721 & lined with historic buildings.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Delving into Dark Tales and Rhythms
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$38

Museum of Death New Orleans
Macabre collection featuring mortuary equipment, crime scene pictures & displays on serial killers.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$19
7 - 10 min

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Preservation Hall
Historic, all-ages place for jazz in a no-frills space with wooden floors & no air-conditioning.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$19
7 - 10 min

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Congo Square
Renowned former gathering place for slaves in Louis Armstrong Park now hosts concerts & events.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Discovering Wildlife and Serenity
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$32

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$ 2

Audubon Zoo
Leafy home to Amur leopards, orangutans & white alligators, with presentations & feedings.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$31
19 - 23 min

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Louis Armstrong Park
31-acre park that's home to historic Congo Square & hosts concerts, films & other events.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Exploring Art and Nature
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$19

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$ 2

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
19 - 23 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$19
Day 7Unwinding in Lush Gardens
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$25

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$ 2

New Orleans Botanical Garden
Long-established gardens with exotic species including orchids & cacti, plus seasonal plant sales.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
10 - 12 min

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Longue Vue House & Gardens
Opulent 1940s mansion with period decor & art, plus gardens, ponds & fountains on an 8-acre estate.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15

Budget breakdown: $255 In total

Activities & Food:$248
Transport:$7