14 days in Louisiana Itinerary

Lafayette is a city located along the Vermilion River in southwestern Louisiana. Go for a jaunt from Lafayette to Crowley to see City of Crowley about 32 minutes away. There's lots more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Vermilionville, steep yourself in history at Acadian Village, snap pictures at Louisiana Airborne Memorial Bridge and Monument, and don't miss a visit to Le Vieux Village de Poste des Opelousas.

To see where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Lafayette online sightseeing planner.

New York City to Lafayette is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from New York City to Lafayette, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from New York City in September, expect nights in Lafayette to be about the same, around 71°F, while days are somewhat warmer, around 90°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Baton Rouge.

Baton Rouge is the capital of the U.S. state of Louisiana and its second-largest city. Explore Baton Rouge's surroundings by going to The Spa House Day Spa (in Gonzales), Nottoway Plantation (in White Castle) and Vacherie (Laura: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site & Oak Alley Plantation). There's lots more to do: stroll through Houmas House and Gardens, contemplate the long history of Louisiana's Old State Capitol, see the interesting displays at National Hansen's Disease Museum, and take an in-depth tour of Capitol Park Museum - Louisiana State Museum.

To see more things to do, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read our Baton Rouge online trip maker.

Traveling by car from Lafayette to Baton Rouge takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Baton Rouge are 90°F, while nighttime lows are 70°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to New Orleans.

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.

New Orleans is known for historic sites, nightlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to French Quarter, see the interesting displays at Cabildo, stroll around Audubon Park, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Jackson Square.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our New Orleans trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Baton Rouge to New Orleans in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Baton Rouge in September, expect nights in New Orleans to be a bit warmer, around 83°F, while days are a bit cooler, around 83°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can fly back home.