7 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.

You've added French Quarter, Royal Carriages, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, and other attractions to your itinerary. Get some cultural insight at Laura: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site and Whitney Plantation. Discover out-of-the-way places like Lake Lawn Metairie and Jamie Hayes Gallery. There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden at NOMA, sample the fine beverages at Old New Orleans Rum Distillery, don't miss a visit to Jackson Square, and see the interesting displays at The Historic New Orleans Collection.

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

Mineola to New Orleans is an approximately 6-hour combination of car and flight. You can also drive. When traveling from Mineola in March, plan for a bit cooler days and somewhat warmer nights in New Orleans: temperatures range from 61°F by day to 61°F at night. You'll have a few hours on the 31st (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling home.