26 days in Louisiana Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Louisiana travel planner
Start: London
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New Orleans
— 1 night
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Houma
— 1 night
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Baton Rouge
— 7 nights
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Natchitoches
— 1 night
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Lake Charles
— 9 nights
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Lafayette
— 4 nights
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New Orleans
— 1 night
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End: London
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New Orleans — 1 night
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The Big Easy
Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): stroll the grounds of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, examine the collection at Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World, then wander the streets of Royal Street, and finally take a stroll through Frenchmen Street. On the 7th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: examine the collection at Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, then examine the collection at New Orleans Museum of Art, and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.
To see ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the New Orleans tour itinerary planner.
London, UK to New Orleans is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. You'll gain 6 hours traveling from London to New Orleans due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from London in April: highs in New Orleans hover around 25°C, while lows dip to 25°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can go by car to Houma.
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Houma — 1 night
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Houma is the largest city in and the parish seat of Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, and the largest principal city of the Houma - Bayou Cane - Thibodaux Metropolitan Statistical Area. Start off your visit on the 8th (Sat): wander the streets of Terrebonne Parish, then identify plant and animal life at Mandalay National Wildlife Refuge, and then get engrossed in the history at Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center.
To find where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Houma driving holiday planner.
You can drive from New Orleans to Houma in 1.5 hours. When traveling from New Orleans in April, plan for a bit warmer days and slightly colder nights in Houma: temperatures range from 29°C by day to 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to drive to Baton Rouge.
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To find where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Houma driving holiday planner.
You can drive from New Orleans to Houma in 1.5 hours. When traveling from New Orleans in April, plan for a bit warmer days and slightly colder nights in Houma: temperatures range from 29°C by day to 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to drive to Baton Rouge.
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Baton Rouge — 7 nights
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Baton Rouge is the capital of the U.S. state of Louisiana and its second-largest city. Get some cultural insight at Nottoway Plantation and Laura: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site. Visit St. Mary Basilica and Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site for their historical value. Explore Baton Rouge's surroundings by going to Houmas House and Gardens (in Darrow), Natchez (Rosalie Mansion, Stanton Hall, &more) and The Myrtles Plantation (in Saint Francisville). And it doesn't end there: steep yourself in history at Louisiana's Old State Capitol, stop by Downtown, get engrossed in the history at Capitol Park Museum - Louisiana State Museum, and look for all kinds of wild species at Mike the Tiger's Habitat.
For maps, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Baton Rouge tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Houma to Baton Rouge takes 2 hours. In April, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can drive to Natchitoches.
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For maps, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Baton Rouge tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Houma to Baton Rouge takes 2 hours. In April, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can drive to Natchitoches.
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Natchez, Saint Francisville, Houmas House and Gardens, Laura: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site, Nottoway Plantation
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Natchitoches — 1 night
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Natchitoches is a small city and the parish seat of Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, United States. Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): steep yourself in history at Historic District Shopping, steep yourself in history at Kaffie-Frederick General Mercantile Store, and then examine the collection at Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the striking landscape of Cane River Creole National Historical Park and then trek along Cane River National Heritage Trail.
To find maps, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Natchitoches trip itinerary maker website.
Drive from Baton Rouge to Natchitoches in 3 hours. April in Natchitoches sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Lake Charles.
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Drive from Baton Rouge to Natchitoches in 3 hours. April in Natchitoches sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Lake Charles.
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Lake Charles — 9 nights
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Lake Charles is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the Calcasieu River. Get a sense of the local culture at McFaddin-Ward House Museum and Spindletop - Gladys City Boomtown Museum. Museum-lovers will appreciate Dequincy Railroad Museum and John Jay French House Museum. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lake Charles: Beaumont (Tyrrell Historical Library, Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica, &more), Dutch Windmill Museum (in Nederland) and Big Thicket National Preserve (in Kountze). There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, stroll around Millennium Park, see the interesting displays at 1911 Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center, and admire the masterpieces at Imperial Calcasieu Museum.
To find more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Lake Charles online itinerary planner.
Drive from Natchitoches to Lake Charles in 2.5 hours. In April, daily temperatures in Lake Charles can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Lafayette.
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To find more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Lake Charles online itinerary planner.
Drive from Natchitoches to Lake Charles in 2.5 hours. In April, daily temperatures in Lake Charles can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Lafayette.
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Lafayette — 4 nights
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Lafayette is a city located along the Vermilion River in southwestern Louisiana. Appreciate the collections at Acadian Cultural Center and Acadian Memorial. Do some cultural sightseeing at Vermilionville and Acadian Village. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lafayette: Bayou Teche Brewing (in Arnaudville), New Iberia (Rip Van Winkle Gardens & Shadows-on-the-Teche) and Jungle Gardens (in Avery Island). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Martin, soothe aching muscles at Red Lerille's Health & Raquet Club, appreciate the history behind Urns of Justice, and engage your brain at Lafayette Science Museum.
For where to stay, photos, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Lafayette trip planning tool.
You can drive from Lake Charles to Lafayette in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In April, daily temperatures in Lafayette can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to drive to New Orleans.
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You can drive from Lake Charles to Lafayette in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In April, daily temperatures in Lafayette can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to drive to New Orleans.
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New Orleans — 1 night
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The Big Easy
On the 30th (Sun), look for gifts at Faulkner House Books, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Louis Cathedral, then get to know the fascinating history of French Quarter, and finally take a stroll through Garden District.
For traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the New Orleans online road trip planner.
Traveling by car from Lafayette to New Orleans takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Lafayette in April, expect nights in New Orleans to be somewhat warmer, around 25°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can fly back home.
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For traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the New Orleans online road trip planner.
Traveling by car from Lafayette to New Orleans takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Lafayette in April, expect nights in New Orleans to be somewhat warmer, around 25°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can fly back home.
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The Pelican State
With a landscape of deltas, marshes, and swamps formed by the sediments of the Mississippi River, Louisiana is home to rich native plant and animal life, including rare species of tree frogs, ibis, and egrets. The state's urban areas, most notably the historical city of New Orleans, are some of its most popular attractions and boast a varied multicultural and multilingual heritage, strongly influenced by a mix of French, Spanish, Native American, and African cultures. Native Louisianans proudly cling to their distinctive dialects and musical traditions, offering visitors a chance to explore one of the most culturally diverse areas in North America. The homeland of both Cajun and Creole cuisines, Louisiana remains a top holiday destination for foodies from around the world.
