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5 Days in the Big Easy

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Quincy __Atoms

13 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of New Orleans, where jazz melodies fill the air and rich history unfolds at every corner. Immerse yourself in the captivating culture, indulge in delectable cuisine, and explore iconic landmarks that define the soul of this enchanting city.

Trip to New Orleans

Day 1Art, Architecture, and History: Unveiling New Orleans' Treasures
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$150

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$ 7

New Orleans Museum of Art
More than 40,000 pieces by global artists of various historical periods in a grand marble building.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
17 - 21 min

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St. Louis Cathedral
Grand, spired circa-1700s church with stained glass, a painted ceiling & an active congregation.
10:30 AM - 11:30 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.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Museum of Death New Orleans
Macabre collection featuring mortuary equipment, crime scene pictures & displays on serial killers.
No time set
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$75
Day 2Delicious Beignets, Voodoo Mysteries, and Serene Parks
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$35

Café Du Monde Mail Order
Iconic New Orleans cafe known for café au laits, chicory coffee & beignets since 1862.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$35
8 - 12 min

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Louis Armstrong Park
31-acre park that's home to historic Congo Square & hosts concerts, films & other events.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Jazz, Heritage, and Carnival: Embracing the Spirit of New Orleans
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$215

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$ 7

Preservation Hall
Historic, all-ages place for jazz in a no-frills space with wooden floors & no air-conditioning.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$75
3 - 4 min

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The Cabildo
The Louisiana Purchase was signed in this 1790s landmark now housing a New Orleans history museum.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$30
13 - 16 min

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Mardi Gras World
Vast, 400,000-sq.-ft. complex where Mardi Gras floats are made & stored, with hourly tours.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$110
Day 4Wild Encounters: A Day at Audubon Zoo
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$125

Audubon Zoo
Leafy home to Amur leopards, orangutans & white alligators, with presentations & feedings.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$125
Day 5Honoring Heroes and Diving into Aquatic Wonders
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$298

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$ 7

The National WWII Museum
Multi-building museum with interactive submarine exhibit, planes, 4-D theater & eatery downstairs.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$148
8 - 10 min

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Audubon Aquarium
Insect & marine life exhibits plus a 400,000-gallon tank with reefs, sharks & a walk-through tunnel.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$150

Budget breakdown: $843 In total

Activities & Food:$822
Transport:$21