🌿 RelaxedDay trip · from New Orleans, LA
Native Gardens & Northshore Spa Day
Cross the lake to the Northshore's tranquil arboretum and spa retreats, returning through Slidell with fresh Gulf seafood and a gentle drive back along the causeway.
Day 1 — The Crosby Arboretum
Day 1 — The Crosby Arboretum
Day 1 — The Crosby Arboretum
🚗 2 hr 5 min driving📍 4 stops
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Morning
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Drive
New Orleans, LA → The Crosby Arboretum
48 min8:00 AM → 8:48 AM
The Crosby Arboretum
★ 4.5Wander native longleaf pine savannas and cypress sloughs on boardwalk trails through one of Mississippi's most celebrated native plant collections — a peaceful counterpoint to the city.
8:48 AM📍 See location
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Lunch
Paul's Pastry Shop
★ 4.5A beloved Picayune institution for Louisiana boudin, king cake, and fresh-baked pastries — pick up lunch and something sweet for the road.
9:48 AM📍 See location
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Afternoon
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Drive
The Crosby Arboretum → Woodhouse Spa - Slidell
22 min12:00 PM → 12:22 PM
Woodhouse Spa - Slidell
★ 4.8Sink into a hot stone massage or facial using organic products while soothing spa music plays. Linger in the relaxation lounge with herbal tea, letting tension melt away for hours.
12:22 PM📍 See location
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Evening
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Drive
Woodhouse Spa - Slidell → Atchafalaya Seafood Company
20 min5:00 PM → 5:20 PM
🍽️ Dinner5:20 PM
Atchafalaya Seafood Company
Savor the freshest local seafood in a laid-back, rustic setting that captures the authentic flavors of Louisiana's bayou before heading back across the lake.
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Drive
Atchafalaya Seafood Company → New Orleans, LA
35 min6:20 PM → 6:55 PM
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