4 days in Galveston Island & New Orleans Itinerary

Your day by day itinerary now includes St Mary's Cathedral Basilica, Moody Mansion and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. On the 5th (Fri), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St Mary's Cathedral Basilica, browse the exhibits of Moody Mansion, then appreciate the extensive heritage of The Seawall, then wander the streets of The Strand, and finally get in on the family fun at Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.

To find ratings, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Galveston tour builder app.

Bellevue to Galveston is an approximately 14-hour car ride. You can also drive. In August, Galveston is a bit warmer than Bellevue - with highs of 90°F and lows of 80°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to New Orleans.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Haunted History Tours of New Orleans, St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, Whitney Plantation, and other attractions you added. Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sat): steep yourself in history at Oak Alley Plantation, examine the collection at Whitney Plantation, stroll the grounds of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Louis Cathedral, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Garden District, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Jackson Square.

To find reviews, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the New Orleans trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Galveston to New Orleans takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Galveston in August, plan for a bit cooler days in New Orleans, with highs around 82°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 82°F. On the 7th (Sun), you'll travel back home.