6 days in New Orleans Itinerary

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

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Garden District and The National WWII Museum. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like St. Louis Cathedral and St. Louis Cemetery No. 1. Get out of town with these interesting New Orleans side-trips: Northlake Nature Center (in Mandeville), Biloxi Beach (in Biloxi) and Nature & Wildlife Tours (in Slidell). Spend the 3rd (Sat) exploring nature at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. There's lots more to do: admire nature's wide array of creatures at Audubon Zoo, get to know the fascinating history of French Quarter, don't miss a visit to Jackson Square, and stroll the grounds of Lafayette Cemetery No.1.

To find other places to visit, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, go to the New Orleans trip planner .

In November in New Orleans, expect temperatures between 62°F during the day and 61°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.