New Orleans itinerary

1 day in New Orleans

One day in New Orleans is enough for its centre and one real meal — here's how to spend it, plus what's genuinely on while you're there.

Your one day in New Orleans

With a single day, stay close to New Orleans's walkable centre: its best-known sights, a market or waterfront stretch, and one proper sit-down meal rather than rushing between many stops.

Check what's on below before you go — a live event on your day is the easiest way to fill an evening without extra planning.

What's on during your visit

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The Uptown Jazz Orchestra with John Gray

The Uptown Jazz Orchestra with John Gray

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistrogio 23 lugMusic

🎟️ From 53 USD

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The Uptown Jazz Orchestra with John Gray

The Uptown Jazz Orchestra with John Gray

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistrogio 23 lugMusic

🎟️ From 53 USD

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Comedy Teabag: A Dirty Comedy Show presented by Twisted Tea

Comedy Teabag: A Dirty Comedy Show presented by Twisted Tea

The Den at Howlin' Wolfsab 25 lugFamily Friendly

🎟️ From 16 USD

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Alexey Marti & Afrogumbo

Alexey Marti & Afrogumbo

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistrosab 25 lugMusic

🎟️ From 41 USD

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Jimmy Sowell (aka Nerdork) presented by Laugh Life Comedy

Jimmy Sowell (aka Nerdork) presented by Laugh Life Comedy

Howlin' Wolfsab 25 lugFamily Friendly

🎟️ From 36 USD

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The Band Melrose, Neutral Snap, Donate Your Friends, Oversight

The Band Melrose, Neutral Snap, Donate Your Friends, Oversight

Gasa Gasasab 25 lugMusic

🎟️ From 12 USD

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Work The Crowd: A Interactive Comedy Show Hosted By Ryan Rogers and Marcus Bond

Work The Crowd: A Interactive Comedy Show Hosted By Ryan Rogers and Marcus Bond

The Den at Howlin' Wolfsab 25 lugFamily Friendly

🎟️ From 16 USD

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X Games present Metro Boomin' & J.I.D.

X Games present Metro Boomin' & J.I.D.

Smoothie King Centersab 25 lugMusic

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Stoned vs. Drunk vs. Sober: A Standup Comedy Competition

Stoned vs. Drunk vs. Sober: A Standup Comedy Competition

Howlin' Wolfdom 26 lugFamily Friendly

🎟️ From 16 USD

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The Return of the Banana Hand Pie With Performances By Big Chief Juan Pardo & The Golden Comanche and Dave Jordan & The NIA

The Return of the Banana Hand Pie With Performances By Big Chief Juan Pardo & The Golden Comanche and Dave Jordan & The NIA

Tipitina'sdom 26 lugMusic

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X Games present Subtronics with BUNT.

X Games present Subtronics with BUNT.

Smoothie King Centerdom 26 lugMusic

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X Games New Orleans 2026 - Sunday - ALL Ticket Types

X Games New Orleans 2026 - Sunday - ALL Ticket Types

Caesars Superdomedom 26 lugSport

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Thais Clark and her Jazzsters

Thais Clark and her Jazzsters

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistrolun 27 lugMusic

🎟️ From 41 USD

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The Grammy Winning Hot 8 Brass Band

The Grammy Winning Hot 8 Brass Band

Howlin' Wolflun 27 lugMusic

🎟️ From 20 USD

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Charmaine Neville Band

Charmaine Neville Band

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistromar 28 lugMusic

🎟️ From 36 USD

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FAQ

Is 1 day enough for New Orleans?
A single day covers New Orleans's walkable centre comfortably; add a second day if you also want a day trip or a slower pace.
What's the best way to get around New Orleans in 1 day?
Stick to walking and local transport for the centre; for anywhere further out, check New Orleans's local transport options before you go.