Top 5 Things to Do in New Orleans for Spring Break
New Orleans is the city with everything you need for a fantastic spring break! If you’re a foodie, you’ll be in heaven with the uniquely delicious cuisine that can be enjoyed anywhere from food trucks to fine dining restaurants. Live music, art and history museums, haunted tours- there’s no shortage of rich culture and history to experience. And of course there’s always a party (or three) going on in the French Quarter! These top 5 things to do in New Orleans for spring break have something for everyone!
- Go to a Festival– Spring is festival season in South Louisiana. Whether you’re looking to explore nearby towns or stay in the city, there are plenty of festivals to experience. Top festivals in the city include French Quarter Festival, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, and the world-famous Jazz Fest. Venture outside the city for events within driving distance such as Ponchatoula’s Strawberry Festival, Baton Rouge’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, or Chalmette’s Louisiana Crawfish Festival.
- Take a Tour– There’s a tour for everyone to explore in New Orleans! Explore the city on a sightseeing or historical tour. Take a walking food tour to find all the best local spots and dishes. Interested in the haunted history of New Orleans? Take a haunted voodoo tour or tour the famous New Orleans cemeteries. Take a swamp tour to get up close with unique Louisiana nature and landscape.
- Visit the French Quarter- Art, music, food, history- you can find it all in the French Quarter. Visit Jackson Square for museums and the iconic St. Louis cathedral. Enjoy 5-star fine dining at historic New Orleans restaurants like Galatoire’s and Brennan’s. Shop the French Market for local artistry and hear live music. Grab a cocktail from famed New Orleans bars like Pat O’Brien’s and French 75 Bar then hit the clubs along Bourbon and Frenchmen Street for DJs, live music, burlesque and drag shows!
- Brunch It Up– You don’t know brunch until you’ve done it NOLA style! Shrimp and grits, crawfish eggs benedict, bananas foster waffles- that’s just the tip of the iceberg of unbelievably delicious brunch dishes you’ll find in New Orleans. And in New Orleans, there’s always a bit of lagniappe with your meal: toast to a jazz brunch, take a brunch cruise on a historical paddlewheeler, or enjoy a brunch drag show!
- Zipline– Add adventure to your spring break agenda and zip on the world’s first fully aquatic swamp zipline at ZipNOLA! Zoom through the Maurepas Swamp. Encounter Louisiana wildlife such as turtles, cranes, and alligators. Climb the spiral cypress staircase and skybridges. And for those content to watch, ZipNOLA offers a 2000ft elevated spectating deck overlooking the swamp, deck games, and an encounter with a baby alligator in their gift shop.
The weather is mild, the festivals are frequent, and the spring cocktails are plentiful! Whether you’re in college, on family vacation, or looking for a getaway, New Orleans has a scene for all ages and walks of life. From the city that is known for party scenes, incredible food, rich history, and always rolling out good times, New Orleans is the ideal city for your spring break!