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Things to do in New Orleans: 3 local trip ideas

3 ready-made day trips in New Orleans, Louisiana: entertainment, foodie and hidden gems. Each one strings together a handful of stops in order.

EntertainmentFoodieHidden Gems
Entertainment trip

French Quarter Flavors & Jazz

5 stops · about 6 hr of stops · ~$95 per person

Immerse yourself in New Orleans jazz history, Cajun-Creole flavors, and iconic live music on this perfectly timed, highly walkables day-to-night trip through the historic French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny.

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    Cafe Du Monde

    800 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
    Cafe Du Monde, New Orleans

    Grab a window seat early to enjoy warm, powdered beignets and chicory café au lait (cash only).

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 45 min · ~$10 per person · Directions
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    French Quarter Visitor Center

    419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
    French Quarter Visitor Center, New Orleans

    Enjoy the free park ranger exhibits and live cultural demos explaining the origins of New Orleans jazz.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · Free · Directions
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    Coop's Place

    1109 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
    Coop's Place, New Orleans

    Dive into a casual plate of rabbit and sausage jambalaya or seafood gumbo at this iconic 21+ dive.

    ★ 4.3 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Preservation Hall

    726 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
    Preservation Hall, New Orleans

    Experience an intimate, acoustic performance of world-class traditional jazz in an iconic 1961 hall.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$40 per person · Directions
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    The Spotted Cat Music Club

    623 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70117, USA
    The Spotted Cat Music Club, New Orleans

    End your night with swing dancing, cheap drinks, and incredible local brass bands (cash only for the bar/tips).

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$20 per person · Directions
Foodie trip

Historic French Quarter

4 stops · about 5 hr 45 min of stops · ~$125 per person

An immersive, walking culinary tour through the historic French Quarter, exploring legendary Creole institutions, vibrant open-air markets, and iconic local delicacies.

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    Cafe Beignet, Royal Street

    334 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
    Cafe Beignet, Royal Street, New Orleans

    Grab breakfast in their lush, tropical courtyard and enjoy hot, made-to-order beignets paired with a chicory cafe au lait.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    French Market

    1008 N Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
    French Market, New Orleans

    Stroll down Royal Street toward this historic 6-block market to explore local food stands, spices, and unique crafts.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · Directions
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    Napoleon House

    500 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
    Napoleon House, New Orleans

    Step into this 1797 landmark for lunch to savor their famous warm Muffuletta and a refreshing, classic Pimm's Cup.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Brennan's

    417 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
    Brennan's, New Orleans

    Indulge in an elegant Creole dinner and be sure to order the legendary Bananas Foster, flamed tableside where it was invented.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$85 per person · Directions
Hidden Gems trip

A Day of Marigny & Bywater

5 stops · about 6 hr 30 min of stops · ~$87 per person

Immerse yourself in the authentic, creative spirit of the Bywater and Marigny neighborhoods, exploring vibrant local art, neighborhood food joints, and secret river views along a seamless, east-bound path.

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    Bywater Bakery

    3624 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70117, USA
    Bywater Bakery, New Orleans

    Try the legendary savory crawfish étouffée over grits or a fresh-baked pastry with local chicory coffee.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    StudioBE

    2941 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70117, USA
    StudioBE, New Orleans

    An incredibly moving, massive warehouse gallery showcasing B-Mike's monumental murals of local Black history and resilience.

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Frady's One Stop Food Store

    3231 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70117, USA
    Frady's One Stop Food Store, New Orleans

    Grab a true, unpretentious local lunch at this 50+ year old yellow corner grocery. Cash only!

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 45 min · ~$12 per person · Directions
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    Crescent Park

    Crescent Park Trail, 2300 N Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70117, USA
    Crescent Park, New Orleans

    Cross the 'Rusty Rainbow' bridge for sweeping, tourist-free industrial views of the Mississippi River and the city skyline.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · Free · Directions
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    Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits

    600 Poland Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117, USA
    Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits, New Orleans

    NOLA's ultimate backyard party; pick a bottle of wine, build a custom cheese plate, and enjoy live courtyard jazz.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · ~$45 per person · Directions

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