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LALouisiana Travel & Attractions

Capital: Baton Rouge · South · Admitted 1812

Top attractions

New Orleans French Quarter, Mardi Gras, swamp tours, Cajun country, plantation tours.

Best time to visit

Year-round, though summer can be intensely hot. Spring and fall offer the best balance.

Getting around

Louisiana is moderately sized — a week is enough to see the main highlights. Major airports serve New Orleans and Baton Rouge.

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