New Orleans What to Pack

  • Don't Get Whipped by Cold Weather.
      Don't Get Whipped by Cold Weather.
    by ATXtraveler
  • Snow on Christmas, New Orleans
      Snow on Christmas, New Orleans
    by JamalMorelli
  • Men looking at their feet
      Men looking at their feet
    by grandmaR

Most Viewed What to Pack in New Orleans

  • Shoes, New Orleans

    1. Shoes

    The luggage you bring will depend on your mode of transportation. By air, travel as light as you can. Never go anywhere, especially someplace where there is as much walking involved as in New Orleans...   more
  • Umbrella/Raingear, New Orleans

    2. Umbrella/Raingear

    Carry a plastic poncho if you are going to be touring the city, while we were there it rained almost everyday, and I've heard unexpected showers happen alot in N.O. We picked up a couple plastic...   more
  • Camera, New Orleans

    3. Camera

    Comfortable Shoes! Forget about fashion or looking good. Wear what is comfortable. You will miss out on a lot if you can't cover a lot of ground. It might rain, but I never pack an umbrella or...   more
  • Hangover Remedies, New Orleans

    4. Hangover Remedies

    Best hangover treatment regime: 1. Take vit. B complex and rehydrate before going to bed. 2. Next morning, drink a regular Coke and a BC powder, then put a cool damp towel on your eyes and rest. 3. If...   more
  • Hot Humid Weather, New Orleans

    5. Hot Humid Weather

    The weather in my ex-home town can be completely unbearable June through late October. With 90+% humidity (and temps in the upper 90s) you get 110 deg. temps with the heat index factored in!! Think...   more
  • Insect Spray, New Orleans

    6. Insect Spray

    Regular suitcase is okay. If going in the summer like I did (Holy hanna it's hot and humid there then!!) pack very light clothing. Lots of shorts, tank tops, light skirts, pants, or dresses...   more
  • Sunblock, New Orleans

    7. Sunblock

    If you're insane enough to go in the summer (I don't recommend it), bring the lightest clothes possible and a ton of sunblock. You literally get soaked when you walk out of your hotel room at night,...   more
  • Jazz Fest Packing List, New Orleans

    8. Jazz Fest Packing List

    Comfortable shoes or sturdy sandals. It always rains one weekend, so you may be sloshing through the mud. Some folks bring rain boots for those days - I say...   more
  • November Packing List, New Orleans

    9. November Packing List

    Depending on your method of transportation, appropriate baggage will be an issue here. If you are driving, or taking a taxi, your luggage should be fine, but if...   more
  • Mardi Gras Packing List, New Orleans

    10. Mardi Gras Packing List

    Definitely bring layers and a strong pair of walking shoes that you don't want anymore. Trust me - after tromping through the French Quarter, with the spilled...   more
  • Depending on the time of year...., New Orleans

    11. Depending on the time of year....

    Mostly I had brought umbrellas and warm clothes for this visit. It was in February and the weather was very cold. When I got to New Orleans the weather was...   more
  • sludge, New Orleans

    12. sludge

    If you’re heading to Mardi Gras forget about dressing nice, especially your bottom half. The city is extremely filthy during Mardi Gras and street is covered...   more
  • Mardi Gras essentials, New Orleans

    13. Mardi Gras essentials

    A backpack with wheels is your FRIEND if you are not planning on spending all your time on Bourbon Street. It's great to stash purchases, extra clothes (because...   more
  • Colder than you would expect during Mardi Gras, New Orleans

    14. Colder than you would expect during Mardi Gras

    Shoes will really get dirty, I threw all of mine away, so covered in crap. Comfy walking shoes, lots of standing and walking. No need for stilettos...   more
  • Bring an air-horn, New Orleans

    15. Bring an air-horn

    This is a top-tip for Mardi Gras revellers. Not only is an air-horn bloody loud, but people love it and it certainly gets attention from the crowds!Also...   more
  • The best tips I ever got...., New Orleans

    16. The best tips I ever got....

    Lock it up with a pad lock folks. No joke. Take some crapy clothes with you. Then replace them with new cool new ones you buy alone the way. Donate you old...   more
  • Winter weather, New Orleans

    17. Winter weather

    Pack warm clothes - we don't prepare for the cold season, so alot of our restaurants can even be chilly. It can get really damn cool, boo.   more

  • New Orleans Hotels

    306 Hotels in New Orleans

    1427 Reviews and Opinions

  • Ask a Question

    Got a question about New Orleans? Get an answer from our Location locals and frequent travelers
What to pack for New Orleans
  • Show Prices
  • Show Prices
  • Show Prices
  • Show Prices

View all New Orleans hotels

Comments

Best Rates Guaranteed!
BookIt.com You know what to do: Book Online & Save.
La Quinta Official Site
LQ.com Southwestern ambience, top notch service. Book direct for best rates.

Sponsored Links

New Orleans Travel Guide

New Orleans What to Pack

Reviews and photos of New Orleans what to pack posted by real travelers and locals. The best tips for New Orleans sightseeing.

New Orleans Map

Map of New Orleans

Experience New Orleans

  • 4,160 Tips
  • 7,180 Photos
  • 9 Videos
  • 719 members live here
  • 2,697 Travel Answers

Best Hotels

Highest Star Rating Hotels

Best VT Value Hotels

View all New Orleans hotels

Top New Orleans Writers

grandmaR profile photo

Two Visits - 54 Years Apart

My New Orleans Page has:
  177 reviews
  401 photos
  5 travelogues

doug48 profile photo

new orleans louisiana

 la nouvelle orleans was founded in 1718 by jean baptiste le moyne. new orleans was named after phillippe II the duke of orleans. the french colony of louisiana was ceded to spain in the treaty of... 

jadedmuse profile photo

The Naughty Madame

  ********** ********* ********* Personal commentary on the Katrina tragedy the day after it happened - see my Farewell to the Madame travelogue ********** ********* ********* Is She Really That... 

VeronicaG profile photo

New Orleans-An Intriguing Visit to the Past

 WELCOME TO MY NEW ORLEANS PAGE! A return to New Orleans in November 2011 was a real delight, I'll be posting a new tip or two. What a charming place to spend a holiday! A visit to New Orleans this... 

ATXtraveler profile photo

Crescent City Comes Calling

 It all started seven years ago for me, when I was single in college and playing rugby. Every year, New Orleans' (or Nawlins to locals) neighbor city, Baton Rouge had its annual rugby festival. Yearly... 

View all rated pages

View newest pages

Build your own New Orleans page

Click here for best deals for New Orleans

Save money, Book now !
Booking.com Excellent choice, Low rates
Save up to 50% off Hotels Everyday
Expedia.com Photos, Reviews and the Guaranteed Lowest Prices
Save up to 50% on hotels.
Hotwire.com Hotwire: Get a 4-star hotel for a 2-star price.
Book now for big savings!
Hotels.com Outstanding choice of hotels all over the world at fantastic prices.

Sponsored Links