Jackson Square and Royal Street
- 10:00Jackson SquareSight
- 12:00Preservation Hall JazzPreservation HallSight
- 13:30Royal Street Antique StrollRoyal StreetWalk
This itinerary covers jazz venues, street art, and neighborhood explorations in New Orleans. The order starts in the French Quarter before progressing to adjacent areas like the Marigny and Tremé. It ends at City Park for a broader view of the city's green spaces and sculptures.
Three days works for focused music and food trips if you stay in or near the French Quarter. Use streetcars and rideshares to reach City Park and Tremé without losing time.
Book Preservation Hall and similar spots online at least one week ahead. Snug Harbor brunch tables fill quickly on weekends and require reservations.
Stick to well-lit streets and travel in groups after dark in Tremé. Rideshares are reliable for late returns from brass band venues.
Take the Canal Street streetcar line to City Park for under 2 dollars each way. The ride takes about 25 minutes and runs every 15 minutes during daytime hours.