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How Much Does New Orleans Cost?
A complete daily budget breakdown for New Orleans — from backpacker to luxury traveler.
Quick Budget Summary
Budget
$70
/day
$490 for 7 days
Mid-Range
$155
/day
$1085 for 7 days
Luxury
$390
/day
$2730 for 7 days
Current Hotel Prices
Daily Cost Breakdown
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Luxury
Accommodation
$25
Hostels, guesthouses
$62
3-star hotels, Airbnb
$176
5-star hotels, boutiques
Food
$21
Street food, diners
$39
Casual restaurants
$78
Fine dining
Transport
$11
Public transit, walking
$23
Metro + occasional rideshare
$59
Private car, Uber Black
Activities
$14
Free museums, parks
$31
Paid attractions, tours
$78
VIP experiences, private guides
Total / Day
$70
$155
$390
Money-Saving Tips for New Orleans
- ✓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
- ✓Visit during shoulder season (February to April, October to November) for the best balance of weather and prices
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