If you only had 2 days in New Orleans, what would you absolutely not want to miss?? Thanks!

Cajun Flea Circus on Rampart Street.

Bieniettes (sp) at Cafe du Monde and stroll around Jackson Square.

The concerts at Preservation Hall and a muffelato (sp) sandwich. I also thought the Greyline tour of the city was worthwhile.

A stroll through the Garden District.

The House of the Rising Sun.

Bourbon Street, French Market, Jackson Square and drinks with Mr. and Mrs. Kal.

Thanks so much for your ideas. We will definitely make note of them.

Take in the scene of Bourbon St when it's hoppin'. Excellent people watching.

We liked a trip out to the original Tipitina's. Great zydeco...good people.

St. Charles Street car out to the Garden District...

A sunrise at Cafe du Monde because you can't remember where your hotel is after cocktails with The Smiths of Ohio???.

And...food food food!
Kal

Two Days In New Orleans ...
For first timers?

Cafe Du Monde
Bourbon Street
Jackson Square
Cathedral
Tour of St. Louis NO. 1 Cemetary
French Market
Preservation Hall
Gumbo Shop

For myself!
I'd stick to the Quarter with just
2 days. I'd say hello to the Mississippi River, listen to the jazz band in Jackson Square, and have beignets at Cafe Du Monde. I'd eat at GW Fins for dinner, Quarter Scene Restaurant for breakfast, and Port of Call for Lunch. I'd browse the shops and just generally take it all in. Oh yes, and I would spend some time at Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop. One of our favorite spots!

Day 1: French Quarter
-Historic New Orleans Walking Tour Company Tour
-Cafe Du Monde
-Carriage ride through the Quarter
-Ride across the river on the Canal Street ferry - it's free for pedestrians
-Walk down Bourbon after dark
-Preservation Hall for the jazz

Day 2: Garden District
-Ride the St Charles Streetcar through the district and out to Riverbend
-If you get a day pass, you can get on and off as many times as you want.
-Check out Audobon Park, stroll through the Garden District, stroll through Loyola and Tulane Universities.