10 days in New Orleans & Chicago Itinerary

New Orleans is known for historic sites, nightlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the extensive heritage of French Quarter, examine the collection at Cabildo, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at The Sazerac House, and pause for some serene contemplation at St. Louis Cathedral.

For maps, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our New Orleans trip builder website.

Paris, France to New Orleans is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 7 hours traveling from Paris to New Orleans. When traveling from Paris in September, plan for a bit warmer days in New Orleans, with highs around 33°C, while nights are warmer with lows around 33°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Chicago.

Chicago is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Shedd Aquarium, admire the striking features of Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower, and take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Chicago tour planner.

You can fly from New Orleans to Chicago in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from New Orleans in September, you will find days in Chicago are slightly colder (30°C), and nights are much colder (19°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) early enough to fly back home.