Retchiefcruiser Posted August 21, 2017 #1 Share Posted August 21, 2017 So I am posing this to Carnival guests who have sailed from New Orleans before. My wife and I are on the Dream on September 24. (Can't wait) We have a 12:00-12:30 check in time. We are considering arriving at the port around 9:00am, leaving our bags with the porter and heading over to the French Quarter for breakfast. Has anyone done this before? It appears that the port and the quarters are only a few blocks from each other. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribsun Posted August 21, 2017 #2 Share Posted August 21, 2017 If arriving to the port by cab ask driver to wait, drop off luggage and then go to the French Quarter by cab. I would say it's a little more then a few blocks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VolzCruiser Posted August 21, 2017 #3 Share Posted August 21, 2017 That will work out just fine. If i might make a suggestion, I would recommend the Ruby Slipper for breakfast. One of my favorites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winddawn Posted August 21, 2017 #4 Share Posted August 21, 2017 If arriving to the port by cab ask driver to wait, drop off luggage and then go to the French Quarter by cab. I would say it's a little more then a few blocks. I agree with this. Keep your cab to drive you to the French Quarter after you drop off your luggage. While it isn't that far, you have to navigate across railroad tracks which can be tricky on foot and adds distance. Incoming and outgoing traffic will be heavy and could be dangerous on foot due to the layout to exit the port area. Have a great cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estillcrew Posted August 21, 2017 #5 Share Posted August 21, 2017 If arriving to the port by cab ask driver to wait, drop off luggage and then go to the French Quarter by cab. I would say it's a little more then a few blocks. Totally agree with you. The French Quarter is about 2 miles away, so you would certainly need to call a cab. It is HOT in New Orleans in September. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgmpuma Posted August 21, 2017 #6 Share Posted August 21, 2017 There is a riverfront streetcar stop at Julia Street. For $1.25 it will take you to the French Quarter. Get off at the stop across from Jackson Square/St. Louis Cathedral. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winddawn Posted August 21, 2017 #7 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Alternatively, unless you just have your heart set on visiting the French Quarter (which IMHO once is enough), you could take your taxi to Harrah's casino/hotel which is very close to the port. You could drop your luggage with the bell hop in the lobby there, and they will store it for you. Then you could hang out in the casino and eat breakfast, or walk a very short distance and hang out at the outlet mall next door. Then when it's time to make your way to the port, there is a guy out front at Harrah's that will whistle for a taxi waiting in line to pick you up and take you to the port. Very convenient. https://www.riverwalkneworleans.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynt Posted August 21, 2017 #8 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Very walkable. I've done it several times. I stayed at the Hilton Riverside. I rolled luggage thru the mall. Dropped it off at port and then walked back to FQ to get something to eat and enjoy a bit more of NOLA. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOLALADY Posted August 21, 2017 #9 Share Posted August 21, 2017 I'm not sure you could drop your bags off at 9:00, may be a little early Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havingfun2010 Posted August 21, 2017 #10 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Totally agree with you. The French Quarter is about 2 miles away, so you would certainly need to call a cab. It is HOT in New Orleans in September. Two miles is only a short stroll. Maybe 30 minutes if you are just taking in the sites. If you are taking a cruise in September that goes South, why would the temperature matter? It's going to be hot on the cruise also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuvtheBeach10 Posted August 21, 2017 #11 Share Posted August 21, 2017 If you go down to the French Quarter for breakfast, you need to try the Beignets at Café Du Monde! They are awesome but fair warning there is usually a long line but it does go quickly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winddawn Posted August 21, 2017 #12 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Very walkable. I've done it several times. I stayed at the Hilton Riverside. I rolled luggage thru the mall. Dropped it off at port and then walked back to FQ to get something to eat and enjoy a bit more of NOLA. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using Forums mobile app A couple people might do this, but most wouldn't. You decide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retchiefcruiser Posted August 22, 2017 Author #13 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Two miles is only a short stroll. Maybe 30 minutes if you are just taking in the sites. If you are taking a cruise in September that goes South, why would the temperature matter? It's going to be hot on the cruise also. My post never mentioned the heat ... that was someone's response Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estillcrew Posted August 22, 2017 #14 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Two miles is only a short stroll. Maybe 30 minutes if you are just taking in the sites. If you are taking a cruise in September that goes South, why would the temperature matter? It's going to be hot on the cruise also. Obviously, you've not experienced heat and humidity in the South. Going south in the Caribbean on a cruise is absolutely nothing compared to walking two miles in the humidity we have here. It would be much better to take a cab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tallyho8 Posted August 22, 2017 #15 Share Posted August 22, 2017 From the ship to Jackson Square and Cafe Du Monde is 1.4 miles by car. It is a little shorter by walking. We have frequently made that walk but we prefer to walk there and catch the streetcar back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portocaller Posted August 22, 2017 #16 Share Posted August 22, 2017 I would take a cab. I drive that area five days a week and there is a small stretch that I wouldn't feel safe walking. Sent from my SPH-L720 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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