New Orleans
No American city cooks, celebrates, or plays music quite like New Orleans. The French Quarter's jazz-soaked streets, Creole cuisine, and Mardi Gras spirit make it unlike anywhere else in the country.
Planning Your Trip
The best time to visit New Orleans is February to April, October to November, when you'll find pleasant weather and manageable crowds. Budget travelers can expect to spend around $70/day, mid-range travelers about $155/day, and luxury travelers upwards of $390/day — covering accommodation, food, transport, and activities.
A 3-day visit is ideal for New Orleans, giving you enough time to cover the major highlights while leaving room for spontaneous discoveries. Use our AI trip planner to build a custom itinerary tailored to your style and budget.
Daily Budget Breakdown
Local Tips & Insider Advice
- ✓Eat a proper po'boy at Parkway Bakery, beignets at Cafe Du Monde at 2am, and a muffuletta at Central Grocery
- ✓Frenchmen Street in the Marigny is where locals go for live jazz — far better than Bourbon Street
- ✓Take a streetcar on St. Charles Avenue through the Garden District for stunning antebellum mansions
- ✓Book ahead for Jazz Fest (late April/early May) — the city sells out months in advance
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3-Day Sample Itinerary
Here's a suggested 3-day route through New Orleans that covers the highlights while leaving room for spontaneous discoveries.
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