Getting out of the city and exploring neighboring towns is a great way to spend the day. Luckily, there are plenty of charming towns surrounding New Orleans, and each and every one of them is perfect for a day trip. There’s one funky little town that’s within an hour’s drive of the city that’s practically perfect in every way, and you should carve out some time to explore all that Abita Springs has to offer. Let’s take a closer look.

Located in St. Tammany Parish, Abita Springs is a charmingly beautiful town with a quirky and funky side to it that will quickly capture your heart.

George Long/Google And we’ve got the perfect day planned for you.

First, you’ll need to fuel up for the day ahead. Abita Springs Cafe is the perfect spot to start your morning.

Flaharlock/Trip Advisor Housed in a building that dates back to 1881 and originally served as a butcher shop, the charming small town vibes from Abita Springs Cafe are as incredible as the food.

The breakfast menu features a little bit of everything.

Shelby Luck Newton/Google Hearty omelettes, traditional favorites like biscuits and gravy, and breakfast sandwiches all pepper the menu. The cajun praline chicken and waffles, pictured above, is a local favorite and highly recommended.

Once you’ve enjoyed a delicious breakfast, it’s time to get funky.

Louisiana Northshore/Google And there’s no place more funky than the Abita Mystery House.

This quirky museum houses hundreds and hundreds of found objects.

Erik Johansen/Google From vintage video games to random license plates, it’s certainly a sight to see.

You never know what you’re going to find here.

Johnny Gibson/Google Like this UFO!

Next, take a stroll down the Tammany Trace.

FlaHarlock/Trip Advisor Louisiana’s only rail-to-trail conversion spans over 30 miles through several St. Tammany Parish towns, including Abita Springs.

You’re bound to be hungry after that nature walk.

Management/Trip Advisor Luckily, there’s a restaurant located just steps off the Trace.

The Abita Brew Pub is your go-to joint for beastly burgers, salads, and seafood dishes.

Management/Trip Advisor Just look at the size of that burger. Yum!

And of course while you’re there, you might as well sample a few of their tasty beers.

Alex Hofelich/Google Nothing pairs better than a cold beer and burgers, right?

Try to plan your trip on a Sunday, so you can check out their farmers market.

Abita Springs Art and Farmers Market/Facebook The Abita Springs Art and Farmers Market takes place every Sunday from 11 a.m. till 3 p.m.

It’s a great place to stock up on fresh local produce.

Abita Springs Art and Farmers Market/Facebook Stock up for the drive home so you can cook all those delicious vegetables and take a little bit of Abita Springs home with you.

Have you ever visited Abita Springs? Let us know in the comments below!

George Long/Google

And we’ve got the perfect day planned for you.

Flaharlock/Trip Advisor

Housed in a building that dates back to 1881 and originally served as a butcher shop, the charming small town vibes from Abita Springs Cafe are as incredible as the food.

Shelby Luck Newton/Google

Hearty omelettes, traditional favorites like biscuits and gravy, and breakfast sandwiches all pepper the menu. The cajun praline chicken and waffles, pictured above, is a local favorite and highly recommended.

Louisiana Northshore/Google

And there’s no place more funky than the Abita Mystery House.

Erik Johansen/Google

From vintage video games to random license plates, it’s certainly a sight to see.

Johnny Gibson/Google

Like this UFO!

FlaHarlock/Trip Advisor

Louisiana’s only rail-to-trail conversion spans over 30 miles through several St. Tammany Parish towns, including Abita Springs.

Management/Trip Advisor

Luckily, there’s a restaurant located just steps off the Trace.

Management/Trip Advisor

Just look at the size of that burger. Yum!

Alex Hofelich/Google

Nothing pairs better than a cold beer and burgers, right?

Abita Springs Art and Farmers Market/Facebook

The Abita Springs Art and Farmers Market takes place every Sunday from 11 a.m. till 3 p.m.

Stock up for the drive home so you can cook all those delicious vegetables and take a little bit of Abita Springs home with you.

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