{"id":7749,"date":"2021-10-15T07:01:56","date_gmt":"2021-10-15T07:01:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/com.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/?p=7749"},"modified":"2022-09-07T13:29:55","modified_gmt":"2022-09-07T13:29:55","slug":"houston-to-new-orleans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/road-trips\/houston-to-new-orleans\/","title":{"rendered":"Houston to New Orleans Road Trip: An Adventure From Space City To Crescent City"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>The open road awaits you on this Houston to New Orleans road trip through Texas and Louisiana.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Houston to New Orleans road trip means taking an exciting adventure east along historic Interstate 10. From the space-age wonders of NASA in Houston to the vibrant and colorful streets of New Orleans\u2019 French Quarter, your odyssey will include everything from pancake-flat oil fields to the lush bayou and its mix of Creole and Cajun flavors. Read on to discover for yourself this incredible journey, which we\u2019ve laid out as yet another great American road trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-luminous-vivid-orange-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stops<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><a href=\"#houston\" style=\"color:black\">1. Houston, TX<\/a><br><a href=\"#beaumont\" style=\"color:black\">2. Beaumont, TX<\/a><br><a href=\"#lake_charles\" style=\"color:black\">3. Lake Charles, LA<\/a><br><a href=\"#lafayette\" style=\"color:black\">4. Lafayette, LA<\/a><br><a href=\"#baton_rouge\" style=\"color:black\">5. Baton Rouge, LA<\/a><br><a href=\"#new_orleans\" style=\"color:black\">6. New Orleans, LA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Info at a glance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-f689c5fd-dbe4-4566-a0a2-68905760c5d2\"><li><strong>2-day <\/strong>trip<\/li><li>Type of route: <strong>City<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>6 stops <\/strong>along the route<\/li><li><strong>364 miles<\/strong> of driving<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Experience America\u2019s exciting Space City.<\/li><li>Explore the boomtowns and oil fields of East Texas.<\/li><li>Discover a Pompeiian villa hidden along the Gulf Coast.<\/li><li>Gaze at the marvelous night sky in Louisiana\u2019s Science Center planetarium.<\/li><li>Get swept away by the beauty and southern charm of a plantation.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/1\/embed?mid=1R0eYCuKpLfkATZd869ZlRULNvM9WxzPc\" width=\"100%\" height=\"480\" frameborder=\"0\" 0=\"&gt;&lt;\/iframe\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f0f0f0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Getting to the start<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your road trip to New Orleans will begin in Houston, the most populous city in Texas. If you\u2019re coming by plane, it\u2019s easy and convenient to arrive at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/usa\/houston\/houston-george-bush-airport\/\">Houston\u2019s George Bush International Airport<\/a> (IAH). Driving into Houston is also easy, with I-45 serving the city from the north and south, and I-10 bringing visitors to the city from the east and west.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"button small\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/usa\/houston\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CAR RENTAL IN Houston<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">When to Visit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Every season is the perfect season to take a road trip from Houston to New Orleans. If you will be traveling during the summertime, be sure to pack some extra sunscreen and your favorite sunglasses. When traveling in the winter you\u2019ll need a light jacket. And don\u2019t forget to bring along your camera for the beautiful scenery along the way.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"has-luminous-vivid-orange-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Driving tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no special driving laws to be aware of on this road trip. While in Texas, the maximum speed limit is 85 miles per hour, although some highways may have limits of 75 mph, so always be sure to follow posted limits. Once you reach Louisiana, the maximum speed limit will be 75 mph. Your journey will be along I-10, so you shouldn\u2019t have to worry about toll roads on this road trip.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to know about the route<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/road-trips\/houston\/\">road trip<\/a> will begin in Texas\u2019 Space City. Here you can explore space-age wonders alongside more down-to-earth attractions like a baseball game at Minute Maid Park. Your sedan car rental will allow for comfortable cruising in the downtown district. Before hitting the road for the 350-mile journey east on I-10, you\u2019ll certainly want to plan for some of the exciting side attractions you\u2019ll find along the way, such as the chance to get up close and personal with some real Texas gators or perhaps exploring the mysteries of a Pompeiian villa hidden along the Gulf Coast. Once you cross into Louisiana, you\u2019ll be in real bayou country, complete with all the festivals, crawfish and Cajun cuisine you could ever hope for. Here, among the land of Cajuns and Creoles, you can tour a plantation, enjoy authentic Zydeco music, and get lost in the history and flamboyance of New Orleans. If you\u2019re traveling during the warmer months, take the drive in a convertible to enjoy the coastal air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"houston\"><\/a><h2>Houston, TX<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2021\/10\/houston_to_new-orleans_stop_1-1024x537.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown Houston, Texas\" class=\"wp-image-8242 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/537;\" \/><figcaption>Downtown Houston. Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/sepavo\">Sean Pavone<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/houston-texas-usa-downtown-city-skyline-1135796243\">Shutterstock<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Houston has the highest population of any city in Texas. Located near both the Gulf of Mexico and Galveston Bay, this modern city is as diverse and exciting as it is huge (of course, everything\u2019s bigger in Texas).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Points of interest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Every visitor to Houston will want to tour Houston\u2019s Space Center, but there\u2019s more to this city than just NASA. Kids will love exploring the Houston Zoo and the Children\u2019s Museum, while visitors young and old will want to experience the Cockrell Butterfly Center. And don\u2019t forget to take in the Houston Rodeo before leaving town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to eat, drink and sleep<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a cool beer, the 8th Wonder Brewery is a favorite local watering hole, while every visitor to Houston will surely want to enjoy a T-bone at the Taste of Texas steakhouse. If you will be staying the night in Houston, the Post Oak Hotel or the Woodlands Resort offer some of the finest accommodations in Texas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sixt Insider Tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It can get hot in Houston, which is why every savvy visitor to town will want to visit Waterwall Park, located close to the Galleria in the heart of town. Here you can wander the paths beneath ancient live oak trees and relax in the cooling mists emanating off of the iconic waterfalls. There\u2019s no \u201ccooler\u201d hotspot in Houston.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Houston to Beaumont (88 miles)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As you head east on I-10 from Houston to your first stop in Beaumont, you will cross over Burnet Bay and will have the chance to cool off at Pirate\u2019s Bay waterpark in Baytown. For a drier experience, you may want to pull over in Wallisville to explore the Heritage Park of Chambers County Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"beaumont\"><\/a><h2>Beaumont, TX<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2021\/10\/houston_to_new-orleans_stop_2-1024x537.jpg\" alt=\"Beaumont, Houston to New Orleans Roadtrip\" class=\"wp-image-8243 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/537;\" \/><figcaption>The Cattail Marsh Scenic Wetlands in Beaumont. Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/jesmo5\">jesmo5<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/beautiful-sunrise-over-wetlands-along-boardwalk-1471835996\">Shutterstock<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on the Neches River just north of Sabine Lake, Beaumont is a lovely little town featuring college campuses and a nearby regional airport. This welcoming community is known as the site of the first big oil discovery in Texas history as well as for its large array of fun attractions and activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Points of interest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors will want to explore the recreated Spindletop Boomtown Museum showcasing Beaumont\u2019s history as the location of the first oil boom in Texas. Families will love the Colorado Canyon theme park, and of course, everyone will want a picture with the massive Dalmatian-painted fire hydrant outside the Fire Museum of Texas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to eat, drink and sleep<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Beaumont offers a number of dining options, like Bao\u2019s, credited as the oldest bakery in southeast Texas. For some local flavor, don\u2019t miss J. Wilson\u2019s restaurant, owned and operated by a local resident. For something a bit spicier, Carmela\u2019s is also a guaranteed hit for those seeking some true Tex-Mex dining this side of the Louisiana state line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sixt Insider Tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for some excitement on this road trip, you\u2019ll certainly want to stop by the Gator Country Adventure Park just outside Beaumont. This park includes \u201cBig Tex,\u201d a nearly 14-foot-long alligator, among its residents, and offers shows and demonstrations featuring an array of local and exotic reptiles and snakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Beaumont to Lake Charles (57 miles)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your next stop will be in Lake Charles, Louisiana. But a special attraction awaits along the way in Port Arthur, Texas. Nestled along the gulf, Port Arthur features the Museum of the Gulf Coast, which includes a Pompeiian villa, first built in 1900. Visitors can tour the villa, which has been used as a residence and hunting lodge. Other sites worth exploring in Port Arthur include the walking paths at Sea Rim State Park and the idyllic gardens around the Buu Mon Buddhist Temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"lake_charles\"><\/a><h2>Lake Charles, LA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2021\/10\/houston_to_new-orleans_stop_3-1024x537.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Charles, Louisiana\" class=\"wp-image-8244 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/537;\" \/><figcaption>A view over Lake Charles. Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/JacobBoomsma\">Jacob Boomsma<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/lake-charles-town-eastern-louisiana-1807803907\">Shutterstock<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Lake Charles, often referred to as the Lake Area, is an important city just across the Louisiana border from Texas, which features the McNeese State University campus as well as various petrochemical refinement centers. As one of the state\u2019s top five cities, Lake Charles is often seen as a mixing pot of Texan and Creole culture and cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Points of interest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Prien Lake Park and Millennium Park offer restful and relaxing afternoons, many visitors to Lake Charles come to try their luck at the Golden Nugget Casino or the L\u2019Auberge Casino Resort. The Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu also offers an exciting and educational experience, while the Charpentier Historical District is a part of town you will surely want to explore before leaving town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sixt Insider Tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lake Charles is referred to as the \u201cFestival Capital of Louisiana,\u201d featuring more than 70 festivals each year. Be sure to look ahead when planning your road trip to see which festivals may be happening, such as Mardi Gras or perhaps the Louisiana Pirate Festival in May. The Original Downtown Crawfish Festival happens in April, and in December, there\u2019s even a Christmas Lighting Festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Lake Charles to Lafayette (74 miles)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On your way to Lafayette along I-10, you will have opportunities to stop and see unusual attractions, such as the Zigler Museum in St. Jennings. First established in 1963, this museum commemorates a local philanthropist and industrialist. The City of Rayne is another interesting side stop along your way, offering its annual Rayne Frog Festival each May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"lafayette\"><\/a><h2>Lafayette, LA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2021\/10\/houston_to_new-orleans_stop_4-1024x537.jpg\" alt=\"Lafayette, Louisiana\" class=\"wp-image-8245 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/537;\" \/><figcaption>A bayou near Lafayette. Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/josephsohm\">Joseph Sohm<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/october-14-2018-lafayette-louisiana-usa-1223011375\">Shutterstock<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This city was named after the French hero of the American Revolutionary War, Marquis de Lafayette, and has seen its population grow continuously ever since it was founded along the Vermilion River. Lafayette is one of the state\u2019s largest municipalities and is home to a University of Louisiana campus in addition to a regional airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Points of interest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lafayette\u2019s most historical attractions include the Acadian Village and Vermilionville. The Lafayette Farmers and Artisans Market provides an excellent opportunity to experience some local flavor, while visitors to the Alexandre Mouton House will be amazed by the center\u2019s insight into Louisiana history, particularly relating to the Confederacy. For something a bit more contemporary, the Cajundome offers some of the best live performances around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to eat, drink and sleep<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of Lafayette\u2019s most popular restaurants include Jolie\u2019s Louisiana Bistro and The French Press. If you would like to share a few drinks with friends, The Pamplona Tapas Bar offers a fun and relaxed atmosphere, while Johnson\u2019s Boucaniere offers some of the best in local boudin and meats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sixt Insider Tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lafayette\u2019s Acadian Cultural Center offers visitors an invaluable display and description of local Cajun culture and the history of the Acadians as they left Canada\u2019s Nova Scotia to eventually sail the eastern seaboard before settling in modern Louisiana. The cultural center has seasonal boat tours guided by center rangers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Lafayette to Baton Rouge (64 miles)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On your way east on I-10 to Baton Rouge, you will pass a truly unusual attraction just before Henderson Lake: Prehistoric Park. This dinosaur-themed park includes more than 20 life-sized sculptures and models of dinosaurs and prehistoric beasts, along with several animatronic displays designed to entertain and inform visitors of all ages. Other stops worth making include the Tiger Truck Stop Petting Zoo in Grosse Tete. Here visitors can meet a gentle kangaroo and other exotic animals on their way across the bayous into Baton Rouge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"baton_rouge\"><\/a><h2>Baton Rouge, LA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2021\/10\/houston_to_new-orleans_stop_5-1024x537.jpg\" alt=\"Baton Rouge, Louisiana\" class=\"wp-image-8246 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/537;\" \/><figcaption>The Lousiana state capitol in Baton Rouge. Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/felixmizioznikov\">Felix Mizioznikov<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/aerial-drone-photo-state-capitol-park-1161171367\">Shutterstock<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Baton Rouge (French for \u201cRed Stick\u201d) is the capital of Louisiana, which sits on the eastern shore of the mighty Mississippi River. In terms of size and population, Baton Rouge is the state\u2019s second-largest city. Here visitors can utilize the metropolitan airport as well as visit the campus of Louisiana State University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Points of interest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors to Baton Rouge will certainly want to explore attractions like the USS Kidd Museum or Mike the Tiger\u2019s Habitat, while there\u2019s nothing quite like catching a game at the LSU Tiger Stadium. You\u2019ll want to note the stark contrast between the castle-like Old State Capitol and the modern State Capitol, and of course, kids will love exploring the Knock Knock Children\u2019s Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to eat, drink and sleep<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a good local meal and a cool drink, the City Pork Brasserie and Bar offers a unique experience in Baton Rouge. Another popular location is the Louisiana Lagniappe Restaurant, which is well-known for its seafood and desserts. Another local spot for incredible crawfish and oysters is Parrain\u2019s Seafood Restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sixt Insider Tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Magnolia Mound Plantation (circa 1790) features one of Louisiana\u2019s oldest wooden buildings. This idyllic property offers tours, workshops, and even festivals along the Mississippi River. This hidden gem is on every true insider\u2019s list of must-see attractions in Baton Rouge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From Baton Rouge to New Orleans (81 miles)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On the final leg of your road trip, you\u2019ll want to make time for a few stops, such as the Blue Bayou Waterpark just outside of Baton Rouge, or perhaps the Oak Alley Plantation in Vacherie. Here, you can tour the beautiful grounds of the plantation, enjoy a delicious Cajun-style meal in the restaurant, and even stay the night in one of the country cottages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<a id=\"new_orleans\"><\/a><h2>New Orleans, LA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2021\/10\/houston_to_new-orleans_stop_6-1024x537.jpg\" alt=\"New Orleans\" class=\"wp-image-8247 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/537;\" \/><figcaption>A streetcar in New Orleans. Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/f11photo\">f11photo<\/a> in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/streetcar-downtown-new-orleans-usa-twilight-1408786349\">Shutterstock<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>New Orleans has been called the Crescent City for its shape, but it\u2019s also known as the Big Easy, Louisiana\u2019s flamboyant and colorful city of spicy cultures and even spicier foods. This city is home to Louis Armstrong International Airport in addition to campuses of the University of New Orleans and the Xavier University of Louisiana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Points of interest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Every visitor should explore the historic Garden District or take a selfie at Jackson Square. You\u2019ll want to wander the bright streets of the French Quarter before catching a live jazz performance at Preservation Hall, and everyone will love the Audubon Zoo, while City Park offers the perfect place to unwind after your road trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to eat, drink and sleep<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dining opportunities in New Orleans are endless with local favorites like GW Fins and Jacques Imo\u2019s Caf\u00e9. Paladar 511 is a great pizza joint, while Mambo\u2019s is a must-see bar. If you\u2019re staying the night, The Old No. 77 and Eliza Jane are two historic hotels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sixt Insider Tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>New Orleans can be lively, from boisterous festivals to jazz performances on Frenchmen St. However, there are quieter places to visit, like the Ogden Museum of Southern Art near the National WWII Museum, another peaceful attraction. Looking for something a bit unusual? 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