4 days in Louisiana Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Fri): go on a hair-raising tour with a ghost and vampire tour, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Louis Cathedral, then make a trip to Jackson Square, and finally wander the streets of Frenchmen Street. On the 20th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for gifts at Faulkner House Books, then appreciate the extensive heritage of French Quarter, then stroll the grounds of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, and finally visit Garden District.

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Washington to New Orleans is an approximately 15-hour car ride. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Traveling from Washington in August, plan for somewhat warmer nights in New Orleans, with lows around 82°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Breaux Bridge.

Breaux Bridge is a small city in St. Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sun): explore the activities along Lake Martin.

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Traveling by car from New Orleans to Breaux Bridge takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from New Orleans in August, expect nights in Breaux Bridge to be slightly colder, around 75°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 92°F. On the 21st (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive back home.