Road trip from New Orleans to Birmingham
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ITINERARY
6h 1m332 miles20 stops
1
Villalobos Pitbull Rescue Center
2
Crescent Park
3
Palm Court Jazz Cafe
A stylish jazz spot in the French Quarter, which serves Cajun and Creole dishes.
4
The Presbytere
The Presbytere was designed in 1791 to match the Cabildo, alongside St. Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter. It stands today as a beautiful reminder of both Louisiana's singular past and its vibrant present.The Presbytere, originally called Casa Curial or "Ecclesiastical House," was built on the site of the residence, or presbytere, of the Capuchin monks. The building was used for commercial purposes until 1834 when it became a courthouse. In 1911, it became part of the Louisiana State Museum. Two exhibitions are on display-"Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond" tells of rescue, rebuilding and renewal, and "Mardi Gras: It's Carnival Time in Louisiana" captures the fun and fantasy of the annual celebration.
5
Pat O'Brien's
An intimate and very popular bar, Pat O's is known for its Bloody Mary and the Hurricane, its signature drink.
6
New Orleans School of Cooking
We teach the basics of Louisiana Cooking in a way you’ll never forget. Fun is a primary ingredient in our kitchen! Our Cajun / Creole experts teach New Orleans specialties such as Gumbo, Jambalaya and Pralines, seasoning them with history, trivia and tall tales! We offer demonstration classes and hands-on classes daily! DEMONSTRATION CLASS: Watch, learn & eat! Sit back and enjoy watching our skilled, entertaining chefs prepare a classic Cajun / Creole meal for you while learning about the vibrant history of New Orleans cuisine - enjoy all the demonstrated items, as well as local Abita beer with your meal! HANDS ON CLASS: Cook & eat an authentic Louisiana meal! In this highly interactive class, our guests prepare a complete dinner with one of our expert chefs, and afterwards they are able to sit down and enjoy the meal they have just created. Served with red & white wine.
7
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Nature reserve, consisting of several sections, preserves significant examples of the natural and cultural resources of the Mississippi Delta region.
8
The Courtyard Brewery
New Orleans' first nanobrewery serves handcrafted, small-batch beers made on site as well as specialty draught from around the world.
9
Tulane University
10
Alabama Booksmith
11
Cigars & More
12
Let's Play
Let’s Play is an indoor soft play center for children aged 0-12 years. We’ve created a kid-friendly indoor environment that is stimulating and enjoyable for your kids. Children enjoy our pirate ship themed soft play structure, shoot foam balls in our cannon area, have a blast climbing their way to the top of our spider web tower and conquer our multi-level and one of a kind obstacle net-course.
13
ZYDECO
14
McWane Science Center
Fun and learning never end at McWane Science Center, a nonprofit, hands-on museum and IMAX(R) Dome Theater. Four floors of interactive exhibits celebrate science and wonder - from an amazing collection of dinosaurs to innovative environmental showcases, imaginative early childhood playgrounds, and an awe-inspiring aquarium. The energy and excitement of discovery spring to life through an extensive lineup of science demonstrations performed daily by talented educators. The adventure intensifies in the IMAX(R) Dome Theater, where wide-eyed visitors experience the sights and sounds of breathtaking films on a 5-story-tall screen surrounded by 3 tons of high-intensity speakers.
15
The Nick
We Serve Live Music and Cold Drinks! The music heard almost every night of the week include local, regional and national acts. The diverse range of acts add to the appeal of an evening at the Nick. One can hear blues, rock, punk, emo, hiphop, rap, pop, country, metal, bluegrass, rock-a-billy, roots rock or whatever your genre of choice...The Nick has had it all! The Nick is 21 and up Private Club - You will be required to show a valid ID to Enter
16
sojourns
Far trade store specializing in a unique variety of beautiful, hand crafted items, including journals, cards, jewelry, scarves, baskets, home decor, toys and games and much more from 59 countries. Fair trade means no sweat shop labor, child labor or forced labor. Artisans work in humane conditions and are paid fair and living wages. we provide hop and dignity to the world's poorest artisans.
17
Birmingham Rage Room
18
Lou's Pub and Package
19
Topgolf
Topgolf features fun and competitive golf games, climate-controlled hitting bays for year-round comfort, a chef-inspired food and drink menu, private spaces for groups of any size, HDTVs to watch the big game and amazing music. There's no fee to come in and enjoy our restaurant, bar & rooftop terrace. For the game, each player pays a one-time fee of $5 and bay costs starting at $25/hr.
20
Statue of Liberty Replica
Bronze replica measuring one-fifth the size of its sister statue located in New York City.
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Villalobos Pitbull Rescue Center
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(97) review
4525 N Galvez St, New Orleans, LA 70117-4628
2
Start:Crescent Park
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(95) review
Piety St. at Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70117
3
Start:Palm Court Jazz Cafe
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(99) review
A stylish jazz spot in the French Quarter, which serves Cajun and Creole dishes.
4
Start:The Presbytere
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(999) review
The Presbytere was designed in 1791 to match the Cabildo, alongside St. Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter. It stands today as a beautiful reminder of both Louisiana's singular past and its vibrant present.The Presbytere, originally called Casa Curial or "Ecclesiastical House," was built on the site of the residence, or presbytere, of the Capuchin monks. The building was used for commercial purposes until 1834 when it became a courthouse. In 1911, it became part of the Louisiana State Museum. Two exhibitions are on display-"Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond" tells of rescue, rebuilding and renewal, and "Mardi Gras: It's Carnival Time in Louisiana" captures the fun and fantasy of the annual celebration.
5
Start:Pat O'Brien's
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.0
(926) review
An intimate and very popular bar, Pat O's is known for its Bloody Mary and the Hurricane, its signature drink.
6
Start:New Orleans School of Cooking
New Orleans, Louisiana·
5.0
(9878) review
We teach the basics of Louisiana Cooking in a way you’ll never forget. Fun is a primary ingredient in our kitchen! Our Cajun / Creole experts teach New Orleans specialties such as Gumbo, Jambalaya and Pralines, seasoning them with history, trivia and tall tales! We offer demonstration classes and hands-on classes daily! DEMONSTRATION CLASS: Watch, learn & eat! Sit back and enjoy watching our skilled, entertaining chefs prepare a classic Cajun / Creole meal for you while learning about the vibrant history of New Orleans cuisine - enjoy all the demonstrated items, as well as local Abita beer with your meal! HANDS ON CLASS: Cook & eat an authentic Louisiana meal! In this highly interactive class, our guests prepare a complete dinner with one of our expert chefs, and afterwards they are able to sit down and enjoy the meal they have just created. Served with red & white wine.
7
Start:Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(999) review
Nature reserve, consisting of several sections, preserves significant examples of the natural and cultural resources of the Mississippi Delta region.
8
Start:The Courtyard Brewery
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(98) review
New Orleans' first nanobrewery serves handcrafted, small-batch beers made on site as well as specialty draught from around the world.
9
Start:Tulane University
New Orleans, Louisiana·
4.5
(97) review
6823 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118-5698
10
Start:Alabama Booksmith
Birmingham, Alabama·
5.0
(8) review
2626 19th Pl S, Birmingham, AL 35209-1918
11
Start:Cigars & More
Birmingham, Alabama·
4.5
(7) review
4647 Highway 280, Birmingham, AL 35242-5089
12
Start:Let's Play
Birmingham, Alabama·
3.5
(8) review
Let’s Play is an indoor soft play center for children aged 0-12 years. We’ve created a kid-friendly indoor environment that is stimulating and enjoyable for your kids. Children enjoy our pirate ship themed soft play structure, shoot foam balls in our cannon area, have a blast climbing their way to the top of our spider web tower and conquer our multi-level and one of a kind obstacle net-course.
13
Start:ZYDECO
Birmingham, Alabama·
2.5
(9) review
2001 15th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205-3811
14
Start:McWane Science Center
Birmingham, Alabama·
4.5
(963) review
Fun and learning never end at McWane Science Center, a nonprofit, hands-on museum and IMAX(R) Dome Theater. Four floors of interactive exhibits celebrate science and wonder - from an amazing collection of dinosaurs to innovative environmental showcases, imaginative early childhood playgrounds, and an awe-inspiring aquarium. The energy and excitement of discovery spring to life through an extensive lineup of science demonstrations performed daily by talented educators. The adventure intensifies in the IMAX(R) Dome Theater, where wide-eyed visitors experience the sights and sounds of breathtaking films on a 5-story-tall screen surrounded by 3 tons of high-intensity speakers.
15
Start:The Nick
Birmingham, Alabama·
4.5
(7) review
We Serve Live Music and Cold Drinks! The music heard almost every night of the week include local, regional and national acts. The diverse range of acts add to the appeal of an evening at the Nick. One can hear blues, rock, punk, emo, hiphop, rap, pop, country, metal, bluegrass, rock-a-billy, roots rock or whatever your genre of choice...The Nick has had it all! The Nick is 21 and up Private Club - You will be required to show a valid ID to Enter
16
Start:sojourns
Birmingham, Alabama·
5.0
(8) review
Far trade store specializing in a unique variety of beautiful, hand crafted items, including journals, cards, jewelry, scarves, baskets, home decor, toys and games and much more from 59 countries. Fair trade means no sweat shop labor, child labor or forced labor. Artisans work in humane conditions and are paid fair and living wages. we provide hop and dignity to the world's poorest artisans.
17
Start:Birmingham Rage Room
Birmingham, Alabama·
5.0
(8) review
2617 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233-2605
18
Start:Lou's Pub and Package
Birmingham, Alabama·
5.0
(9) review
726 29th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233-2810
19
Start:Topgolf
Birmingham, Alabama·
4.0
(80) review
Topgolf features fun and competitive golf games, climate-controlled hitting bays for year-round comfort, a chef-inspired food and drink menu, private spaces for groups of any size, HDTVs to watch the big game and amazing music. There's no fee to come in and enjoy our restaurant, bar & rooftop terrace. For the game, each player pays a one-time fee of $5 and bay costs starting at $25/hr.
20
Start:Statue of Liberty Replica
Birmingham, Alabama·
4.0
(97) review
Bronze replica measuring one-fifth the size of its sister statue located in New York City.
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What's the driving distance between New Orleans and Birmingham?
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