2-Day Weekend Trip To New Orleans, Louisiana (Travel Itinerary)

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Louisiana’s largest city is New Orleans, which is worth a visit at least once in your life. This city is a surprise to all, no wonder. It is filled with the essence of the historical scene, heritage sites, traditional culture, the stylish local crowd, soul music, and an extensive collection of cuisines.

Here we have discussed how you will prepare your 2-day New Orleans weekend trip Itinerary.  

Day One

Steam Boat Riding

Your New Orleans tour can get a great start if you catch the romantic cruise and enjoy the vast horizon of the Mississippi River aboard the NATCHEZ. A steamboat will give you a stunning view of New Orleans. 

The steamboat tour will be an awe-triggering experience for you when you see the pompous beauty of French quarters. Eventually, this 2hours water ride is excellent for everybody, from family to solo travelers.

French Quarter

Without visiting French Quarter, you will remain unknown to an outstanding chapter of your New Orleans tour. French Quarter is also locally known as Vieux Carre. It is the oldest name of this beautifully designed architectural structure. 

This quarter is home to so many magnificent music clubs, where you can enjoy different flavors of music, from rock music to traditional Jazz or Funk. Even a walking trip will give you a closer look at this vibrant district.

Jackson Square

After experiencing the city mood on foot, you may feel tired. There is a fantastic option to give your feet relaxation, and that is Jackson Square. It is a garden beautified by magnificent design style.

This place represents a size of a district block and lies on the right turn of the French quarter. It reminds another famous and beautiful ancient place in Paris, i.e., Places des the Vosges.

Food Tour

You can give a treat to your taste buds with not only a few options but also a diverse range of delectable dishes that New Orleans offers. Here, the food tour will be your forever experience with a portrayed history of the district and the eating culture of locals and their predecessors. In addition to dishes, you can try Fleur-de-lis Chicken. Another popular dish is jambalaya.

The National WWII Museum

If you are a history-enthusiastic person, there is a place for you after your afternoon meal. It is National WWII Museum. The immersive collection of the world war story represents the significance of this museum in an innovative way. 

The museum boasts a unique assortment of ancient exhibits, multimedia frames, artworks, and the oral narration of the historical background of New Orleans.

Bourbon Street

If you are a reveler, then your heart must want to hope clubs or bars to enjoy New Orleans’s nightlife. Then, you are at the right place. The French Quarter will make you happy when visiting Bourbon Street. 

You will see two different pictures here. Daily life is calm and peaceful, but the picture turns alive at night. The vibes teem with people at restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops. Also, you can experience a place lined with the ambiance of strip clubs. It is known as New Orleans’s Red Light area, Storyville.

Day Two

French Market

The historic French Quarter is home to the French Market, enhancing New Orleans’s pride. In 200 years, this market is approaching its best features to customers. Individual shopper vends different types of stuff, including fresh eating substances. Also, you can enjoy your time in local bars and cafes. These cafes serve crawfish along with various sea foods. 

You can even go for other flavors, including Creole-cooked dishes, vegetables, desserts, fruit salads, and Cajun foods. This place is good for having your start-up meal on the second day.

Cafe Du Monde

After roaming around the French Market, your next stop should be the most renowned open-air cafeteria. This Café Du Monde attracts millions of visitors for its delightful breakfast. You should try Beignets and Café Au Lait for once. These craving dishes will fully satisfy your desire to have a French breakfast.

Swamp Tour

A visit to a marshland and plantation ground will make your trip more charming and perfect. These swamp lands spawn different kinds of wildlife, including turtles, bald eagles, mink, herons, egrets, and other species. 

In this tour, you will learn a lot about Creole Culture. This culture symbolizes the living style of enslaved Africans. Even you will have a closer look at their surviving daily story. In addition to this context, you should know one thing about this Swamp tour every swamp land houses slave quarters and homes for wildlife animals.

Lafayette Cemetery

Lafayette cemetery is a well-maintained graveyard dating back to the 19th century. It is a significant instance of statues and architectural establishments. The southern part will amaze you with its gothic structures. 

This sub-tropical part showcases a landscape of lush scenic beauty of New Orleans. Afterward, you can find the oldest active cemetery in New Orleans if you get some steps through a few blocks of this cemetery.

New Orleans has immense historic stories to discover. The feel will engross you, and you won’t want to leave after completing your 2-day trip. If you follow this article, we assure you that you will feel happy after your short trip. Lastly, read more about travel around the world here.

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