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You and your partner head to New Orleans for a weekend filled with jazz. The city has music playing late into the night in bars and on the streets. You can find places to eat and walk around without a tight schedule. These eight activities give you options for both busy evenings and calmer parts of the day. Most take place near the French Quarter so you do not need to travel far between them. Pack your bags and add a luggage tag so you spot them quickly at the airport.
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Take the historic streetcar through the city. Buy tickets at any stop and ride the full loop. You pass old buildings and see daily life in New Orleans. Sit together on the wooden seats and watch the streets go by.
Pro-Tip
Get a day pass if you want to hop on and off at different points along the route.
Spicy Twist
Ride at night when the car is less full so you can talk without any hurry.
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Stop at Cafe du Monde for beignets and coffee. The cafe stays open all night. Sit outside under the awning and watch people walk past. The powdered sugar and hot coffee make a nice late snack after music.
Pro-Tip
Go between two and four in the morning if you want to avoid the biggest crowds.
Spicy Twist
Share one order of beignets and take time to wipe the sugar from each others faces.
Action
Walk through the Garden District in the afternoon. The big old houses have nice gardens and trees. Take the streetcar there and stroll the sidewalks. Many homes have historical signs so you can read about them as you go.
Pro-Tip
Bring water with you because the sun can feel strong even in spring or fall months.
Spicy Twist
Stop in a shady spot between houses and take a quiet moment away from the path.
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A weekend in New Orleans works well for couples who like music and food. Pick four or five of these ideas based on your energy level. Book your hotel near the French Quarter to keep travel between spots short.
Common Questions
Yes. They cover the main parts of the city and do not require much planning ahead except for tickets to popular shows.
A fair amount in the French Quarter but you can take streetcars or taxis between areas if needed.
Any time works but spring and fall have milder weather and many music events.
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