5 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.

Bring the kids along to Jackson Square and Audubon Zoo. Next up on the itinerary: appreciate the extensive heritage of Garden District, learn about all things military at The National WWII Museum, get a taste of the local shopping with Royal Street, and go on a hair-raising tour with a ghost and vampire tour.

For where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our New Orleans trip maker app .

Dallas to New Orleans is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and car; or drive. Traveling from Dallas in August, expect nights in New Orleans to be about the same, around 82°F, while days are slightly colder, around 82°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.