Summer Family Travel to New Orleans
Take the stress out of planning the perfect kid–and parent–approved summer vacation
Picking a destination for a summer vacation with your family takes a lot of consideration. As parents, you want to pick a spot that will pique your children’s individual interests and create lasting memories. You also want to ensure that it’s a destination that you’re excited about–after all, this is your vacation, too.
Enter New Orleans–with its mix of deep cultural experiences, world-class museums, family-friendly festivals, outdoor excursions and, of course, noteworthy cuisine that’s as delicious as it is accessible for taste buds of every age, New Orleans has everything you need for a truly outstanding family vacation.
Get planning now with our kid-friendly guides below, and treat your family to a trip that they won’t soon forget.
11 Reasons to Plan Your Summer Family Vacation to NOLA
Whether you’re traveling with teens, tweens or tots, summers in New Orleans offer something special for the entire family.
Kid-Friendly Eats
Kid-Friendly Dining in New Orleans
Find bites that both kids AND adults will love at these top picks for family-friendly dining in NOLA.
Icy Summer Treats
Ice cream, popsicles and sno-balls-oh my! Here are some of the top spots in town for cooling off with the perfect icy summer treat.
More Things to Do
35 Free Things to do this Summer
From free concerts to the best places for people-watching, enjoy New Orleans on a budget by partaking in these free summertime activities.
Where to See Music if You're Under 21
Traveling with young music lovers? See our top picks for where to experience live music in New Orleans at any age.
Family-Friendly Hotel Pools
Make a splash during your family vacation with these hotel pools that are perfect for travelers of all ages.
Streetcar Itinerary by Route
All aboard! Our guide to the best things to see, do, eat and explore along the city’s streetcar routes.
Teen/Tween Girl's Guide to New Orleans
The non-cringe guide to experiencing New Orleans that both parents and even the pickiest tween-to-teenage daughters will adore.
Top Things To Do With Teens in New Orleans
With ghosts, alligators, po-boys and sno-balls, your teenager is sure to have fun in New Orleans.
June in New Orleans
June in New Orleans is meant for lively celebrations, refreshing bites and tons of excuses to explore.
July in New Orleans
From ESSENCE and Independence Day to cocktails and the running of the bulls, there’s so much to experience in July in NOLA.
August in New Orleans
August in New Orleans is filled with exclusive deals, one-of-a-kind festivals and warm weather perfect for a Labor Day weekend getaway.