7 days in New Orleans & Harvey Itinerary

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.

New Orleans is known for historic sites, nightlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: brush up on your military savvy at The National WWII Museum, appreciate the extensive heritage of French Quarter, wander the streets of Garden District, and see the interesting displays at New Orleans Museum of Art.

For other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, go to the New Orleans sightseeing planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to New Orleans. In April, daily temperatures in New Orleans can reach 71°F, while at night they dip to 71°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Harvey.

Harvey is a census-designated place (CDP) in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States. On the 29th (Mon), get a dose of the wild on Ultimate Swamp Adventures, then have some family-friendly fun at NOLA Motorsports Park, and then admire the majestic nature at Bayou Segnette State Park.

To find more things to do, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Harvey day trip planner.

Harvey is just a stone's throw from New Orleans. April in Harvey sees daily highs of 71°F and lows of 71°F at night. On the 30th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive back home.