The Best 3-Day New Orleans Itinerary Visual Story

By Alli Sewell

Introduction

The Best 3-Day New Orleans Itinerary Visual Story

This 3-day New Orleans itinerary will help you plan the ideal NOLA trip that allows...

DAY 1

Iconic NOLA Attractions

Your first day in the city will allow you to see an array of New...

DAY 1 - STOP 1

Garden District Tour

Your first stop in New Orleans, Louisiana, is the Garden District. This neighborhood features beautiful...

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DAY 1 - STOP 2

Mardi Gras World

You may have heard of the Louisiana nickname, the Mardi Gras State. This moniker exists...

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DAY 1 - STOP 3

Steamboat Natchez Cruise

Going on a Steamboat Natchez cruise is an iconic New Orleans activity. You'll get to...

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DAY 1 - STOP 4

Magazine Street

Magazine Street is a central street in New Orleans originally named after an ammunition magazine...

DAY 1 - STOP 5

NOLA Pub Crawl

New Orleans is known for its array of incredible bars and live music venues. Seeing...

DAY 2

Historical Attractions and Amazing Eateries

Day two of your New Orleans travel itinerary will start a little outside of central...

DAY 2 - STOP 1

Oak Alley Plantation

New Orleans features many attractions of historical significance, and the Oak Alley Plantation is one...

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DAY 2 - STOP 2

Whitney Plantation

The Whitney Plantation is a former plantation that now houses a museum documenting the lives...

DAY 2 - STOP 3

City Park

Strolling around City Park is a great way to unwind after a busy morning. This...

DAY 2 - STOP 4

ACME Oyster House

ACME Oyster House is a well-known seafood restaurant in the French Quarter on the edge...

DAY 2 - STOP 5

The Carousel Bar & Lounge

A trip to Carousel Bar & Lounge is a fun and sophisticated way to end...

DAY 3

Spooky Sights and Scrumptious Bites

The last day of your three-day New Orleans trip itinerary will take you to some...

DAY 3 - STOP 1

French Market - Shops of the Colonnade

New Orleans French Market, also known as the Shops of the Colonnade, comprises a market...

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DAY 3 - STOP 2

New Orleans Food Tour

Taking a New Orleans food tour is the best way to try the array of...

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DAY 3 - STOP 3

Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral

Jackson Square is a renowned park located in the French Quarter that notably houses the...

DAY 3 - STOP 4

Cafe Beignet

Cafe Beignet is an iconic NOLA eatery with multiple locations across the city. The most...

DAY 3 - STOP 5

New Orleans Cemetery Tour

New Orleans is known as one of the most haunted places in the United States...

Conclusion

In Summary

New Orleans is the perfect destination for a three-day trip. Whether you're planning a weekend...

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