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Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA Road Trip — Best Stops Along the Way

The best attractions, restaurants, and scenic stops between Dallas, TX and New Orleans, LA. 505 mi, approximately 7 hours 27 mins of driving. Real drive times, real ratings, real photos.

Dallas, TXNew Orleans, LA

505 mi · 7 hours 27 mins drive · 12 stops found

12 stops along the way

Gators and Friends, Greenwood, LA 71033
1

Gators and Friends

Greenwood, LA 71033

2 hrs 30 min from Dallas4.6 (1,574)Family
American Rose Center, Shreveport, LA 71119
2

American Rose Center

Shreveport, LA 71119

2 hrs 36 min from Dallas4.3 (435)Attraction
Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, Shreveport, LA 71109
3

Louisiana State Exhibit Museum

Shreveport, LA 71109

2 hrs 44 min from Dallas4.8 (351)HistoryAttraction
Walter B Jacobs Nature Center, Shreveport, LA 71107
4

Walter B Jacobs Nature Center

Shreveport, LA 71107

2 hrs 44 min from Dallas4.8 (315)NatureAttraction
Chicken Statue, LA 71101, USA
5

Chicken Statue

LA 71101, USA

2 hrs 45 min from Dallas4.4 (53)Attraction
Spring Street Historical Museum, Shreveport, LA 71101
6

Spring Street Historical Museum

Shreveport, LA 71101

2 hrs 46 min from Dallas4.5 (111)HistoryAttraction
The Logan Mansion, Shreveport, LA 71101
7

The Logan Mansion

Shreveport, LA 71101

2 hrs 46 min from Dallas4.4 (111)Attraction
Elvis Presley Statue, Shreveport, LA 71101
8

Elvis Presley Statue

Shreveport, LA 71101

2 hrs 46 min from Dallas4.5 (69)HistoryAttraction
Shreveport Aquarium, Shreveport, LA 71101
9

Shreveport Aquarium

Shreveport, LA 71101

2 hrs 47 min from Dallas4.4 (3,847)FamilyAttraction
Shreveport Riverview Park, Shreveport, LA 71101
10

Shreveport Riverview Park

Shreveport, LA 71101

2 hrs 47 min from Dallas4.5 (219)NatureAttraction
Sci-Port Discovery Center, Shreveport, LA 71101
11

Sci-Port Discovery Center

Shreveport, LA 71101

2 hrs 47 min from Dallas4.3 (1,312)HistoryAttraction
Bakowski Bridge of Lights on the Texas Street Bridge, Bossier City, LA 71111
12

Bakowski Bridge of Lights on the Texas Street Bridge

Bossier City, LA 71111

2 hrs 47 min from Dallas4.4 (38)Attraction

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the drive from Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA?

The drive from Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA is 505 mi, taking approximately 7 hours 27 mins without stops. With stops for food, gas, and sightseeing, plan for a full day.

What are the best stops between Dallas, TX and New Orleans, LA?

The best stops include scenic overlooks, state parks, historic towns, and local restaurants along the route. Check the stop cards above for top-rated options with real drive times and ratings from Google.

Is the Dallas to New Orleans drive scenic?

Yes. The route between Dallas, TX and New Orleans, LA passes through several interesting areas. The stops listed above highlight the best scenic, cultural, and food destinations along the way.

Should I make the Dallas to New Orleans trip a road trip or just drive straight through?

We recommend making it a road trip. The stops between Dallas, TX and New Orleans, LA are worth the detour. Most add less than 30 minutes to your total drive and offer experiences you won't find at highway rest stops.

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