Flexible Budget New Orleans Highlights

Discover the heart of historic New Orleans with walking tours, riverfront views, and vibrant evening entertainment.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Du Monde

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the day with classic powdered beignets and cafe au lait at this historic open-air coffee stand.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   French Quarter Walking Tour

   09:15 – 10:45

   Stroll past historic Spanish colonial architecture, Jackson Square, and iconic courtyards.

   • entryFree
3. 11:00|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   DayWalkers Tour

   11:00 – 12:30

   Join a guided city walk focused on local folklore, architecture, and neighborhood history.

   • entryINR 3506
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Central Grocery & Deli

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy a traditional muffuletta sandwich packed with cured meats, cheeses, and olive salad.

5. 14:00|15:00
   

   Outdoor

   Relax by the Mississippi River

   14:00 – 15:00

   Unwind along Woldenberg Park and watch steamships and barges navigate the river Bend.

6. 15:15|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Mississippi River Steamboat Cruise

   15:15 – 17:00

   Take in views of the city skyline while cruising along the historic Mississippi River.

   • entryUSD 30
7. 17:30|19:30
   

   Sightseeing

   New Orleans Happy Hour Ghost Walking Tour Pub Crawl

   17:30 – 19:30

   Combine haunted local legends with visits to local taverns during early evening.

   • entryINR 3256
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Coop's Place

   19:30 – 20:30

   Savor hearty Cajun staples like jambalaya, fried chicken, and seafood gumbo in a relaxed setting.

9. 21:00|22:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Join the Lively Preservation Hall Jazz Band Performance

   21:00 – 22:30

   Experience traditional New Orleans jazz played in an intimate, historic acoustic hall.

   • entryUSD 40

Spend the day exploring oak-lined streets, historic antebellum homes, and lush green park spaces.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Ruby Slipper Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Fuel up with southern brunch favorites like BBQ shrimp and grits or eggs Benedict.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to the Garden District

   09:15 – 10:45

   Self-explore the historic neighborhood known for its grand mansions and ironwork balconies.

   • entryFree
3. 11:00|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Historic Garden District Walking Tour

   11:00 – 12:30

   Learn about 19th-century architecture and famous residents from an expert local guide.

   • entryINR 3506
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Commander's Palace

   12:30 – 13:30

   Try classic Creole cuisine in the heart of the Garden District.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Garden District Walk and Visit

   14:00 – 15:30

   Stroll through the shaded avenues and take in the historic Lafayette Cemetery perimeter.

   • entryUSD 20
6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Outdoor

   A Locals Garden District Tour

   15:45 – 17:15

   An outdoor walking tour focusing on community stories, native trees, and neighborhood life.

7. 17:30|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Relax at Audubon Park

   17:30 – 19:00

   Walk among centuries-old live oaks, lagoons, and quiet green spaces in Uptown.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Jacques-Imo's Cafe

   19:30 – 20:30

   Dine on quirky, flavorful Creole-Cajun specialties like alligator cheesecake and stuffed redfish.

9. 21:00|22:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Jazz at The Spotted Cat Music Club

   21:00 – 22:30

   Enjoy live gypsy jazz, swing, and blues on Frenchmen Street.

   • entryUSD 20

Delve into major museums, carnival art, cocktail traditions, and haunted night lore.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Brennan's

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy traditional breakfast classics in a colorful historic dining room.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Mardi Gras World

   09:15 – 10:45

   See where the elaborate Mardi Gras parade floats are sculpted and painted year-round.

   • entryUSD 22
3. 11:00|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the National WWII Museum

   11:00 – 12:30

   Examine immersive exhibits, aircraft, and personal stories of the global war effort.

   • entryUSD 29.50
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Cochon Butcher

   12:30 – 13:30

   Order gourmet house-cured meats, pork belly sandwiches, and small plates.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   A Locals Drink Dat! Cocktail Tour

   14:00 – 16:00

   Walk between historic venues while learning about classic New Orleans libations.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   French Quarter Walking Tour

   16:15 – 17:30

   Revisit French Quarter sights from a late-afternoon perspective.

   • entryFree
7. 18:00|19:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Private Tour and Seance at the House on Bourbon

   18:00 – 19:30

   Experience an atmospheric evening tour covering spirit folklore on Bourbon Street.

   • entryINR 17529
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Acme Oyster House

   19:30 – 20:30

   Sample fresh chargrilled oysters, fried seafood platters, and seafood gumbo.

9. 21:00|22:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Join the Lively Preservation Hall Jazz Band Performance

   21:00 – 22:30

   Wrap up the evening with acoustic jazz performances from seasoned local masters.

   • entryUSD 40

Take a half-day trip across Lake Pontchartrain before returning to river sights and live music.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Elizabeth's Restaurant

   08:00 – 09:00

   Tastepraline bacon, scratch-made biscuits, and country breakfasts in the Bywater.

2. 09:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Private Tour: New Orleans to the Scenic North Shore

   09:15 – 12:30

   Embark on a multi-hour scenic excursion across Lake Pontchartrain to explore North Shore landscapes.

   • site"Private Tour: New Orleans to the Scenic North Shore
   • entryINR 32554
3. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Mother's Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Try famous po'boys packed with roast beef debris or baked ham.

4. 14:00|15:15
   

   Outdoor

   Relax by the Mississippi River

   14:00 – 15:15

   Take a quiet afternoon break overlooking the river currents.

5. 15:30|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Mississippi River Steamboat Cruise

   15:30 – 17:00

   Enjoy another view of the port and riverfront from the water.

   • entryUSD 30
6. 17:15|18:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to the Garden District

   17:15 – 18:30

   Revisit historic streets and Victorian home facades at dusk.

   • entryFree
7. 18:30|19:30
   

   Outdoor

   Relax at Audubon Park

   18:30 – 19:30

   Unwind under the mossy trees as the sun begins to set.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Dooky Chase's Restaurant

   19:30 – 20:30

   Dine on legendary Creole soul food like fried chicken and red beans and rice.

9. 21:00|22:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Jazz at The Spotted Cat Music Club

   21:00 – 22:30

   Listen to authentic live brass and jazz bands on Frenchmen Street.

   • entryUSD 20

Finish the trip exploring musical roots, local history, and live club venues on Frenchmen Street.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Stanley

   08:00 – 09:00

   Order eggs Benedict or banana pancake stacks overlooking Jackson Square.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the National WWII Museum

   09:15 – 10:45

   Revisit additional pavilions and historical displays at the museum complex.

   • entryUSD 29.50
3. 11:00|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Mardi Gras World

   11:00 – 12:30

   Walk through prop workshops and learn about parade production traditions.

   • entryUSD 22
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Parkway Bakery & Tavern

   12:30 – 13:30

   Feast on classic fried shrimp or oyster po'boys alongside the bayou.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   A Locals Music Tour

   14:00 – 16:00

   Explore legendary musical landmarks and streets with a local guide.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   French Quarter Walking Tour

   16:15 – 17:30

   Take a final leisurely walk past historic landmarks and art galleries.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Relax by the Mississippi River

   17:45 – 19:00

   Watch the sunset over the water from Moonwalk Promenade.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Willie Mae's Scotch House

   19:30 – 20:30

   Enjoy world-renowned fried chicken, buttered beans, and cornbread.

9. 21:00|23:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Private Frenchmen Street Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans

   21:00 – 23:00

   Conclude your journey visiting top music clubs and hearing live brass bands along Frenchmen Street.

   • entryINR 24791