5 days in Las Vegas & New Orleans Itinerary

On the 16th (Mon), take in breathtaking views at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, then take in nature's colorful creations at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, and then ponder the design of Fountains of Bellagio. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Tue): try to win big at New York New York Casino and then shop like a local with The Strip.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Las Vegas driving holiday planner.

The Route module can give you travel options from your home to Las Vegas. In May, daytime highs in Las Vegas are 87°F, while nighttime lows are 64°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to New Orleans.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Wed): brush up on your military savvy at The National WWII Museum, then get to know the fascinating history of Jackson Square, and then get to know the fascinating history of French Quarter. Keep things going the next day: get thoroughly spooked out with a ghost and vampire tour, then admire the landmark architecture of St. Louis Cathedral, then examine the collection at Cabildo, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Garden District.

Plan trip to New Orleans with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.

Fly from Las Vegas to New Orleans in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Las Vegas to New Orleans. Traveling from Las Vegas in May, expect nights in New Orleans to be a bit warmer, around 70°F, while days are a bit cooler, around 70°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) so you can fly to Las Vegas.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Fri): try to win big at The Cosmopolitan Casino, then try your luck at Bellagio Hotel and Casino, then examine the collection at The Neon Museum, and finally examine the collection at The Mob Museum.

To find photos, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Las Vegas holiday builder tool.

Fly from New Orleans to Las Vegas in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. Traveling from New Orleans to Las Vegas, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from New Orleans in May, plan for somewhat warmer days in Las Vegas, with highs around 87°F, while nights are little chillier with lows around 64°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.