New Orleans on the Mississippi River is famous for its music, food, and festivals. The French Quarter, jazz clubs, and Creole cuisine make it one of the most distinctive cities in the United States.
New Orleans is the natural southern terminus of a Mississippi River road trip and a cultural destination like no other in the country. The drive into the city along the river, the French Quarter's streets, and the Gulf Coast roads beyond make it a memorable stop.
Add New Orleans to a national parks road trip, plan a wider US road trip, or read the virtual road trip guide before you hit the road.
Start your trip hereClick the button above to open the America road trip simulator with your journey starting at New Orleans. You will appear on the map near this place and can drive from there in any direction, or let the road lead you across the region. The simulator shows the local radio, encyclopedia articles, news, and weather as you travel, and progress is saved in your browser between visits.