5 Healthy New Orleans Date Ideas

You don’t always have to resort to dinner and a movie for Valentine’s Day. These fun, fit ideas will spice up any New Orleans date - whether it's your first or your fiftieth.

Hit the Gym

Head to the gym and work out together. Chat while on the treadmill, share strength-training tips and exercises, race each other on the track, or take a class together.

Take a Hike

Less than 30 minutes from New Orleans is the Barataria Preserve outside Marrero, part of the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. The Preserve offers 23,000-acres of wilderness trails that are perfect for long walks.

Head to the Park

New Orleans City Park is home to a golf course, botanical garden and a Museum of Art. Take a walk and enjoy tons of different activities that will get you moving. They even offer paddle boats and put-put!

Be a Tourist

The great thing about New Orleans is the history and culture that the city possesses. Take a walk through the French Quarter and window shop, join a history or ghost tour or visit a museum or landmark. Create a custom Follow Your NOLA French Quarter journey and discover all that this historic neighborhood has to offer.

Dine Out

After your French Quarter stroll, head to an Eat Fit Nola-approved restaurant! Below are five options offering appetizers and desserts weighing it at 300 calories or less, and main dishes at 600 calories.