Tips 1 - 10 of 10 New Orleans Things to Do
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Beautiful zoo. Feautures animlas from all parts of the world in natural-looking habitats. Louisiana swamp exhibit with the alligators was our favorite, but all of them are great. Zoo includes a reptile house and gorgeous aviary. Food options include McDonald's, Haagen Daaz, and a Cajun Cafe at the swamp exhibit. For children there is a petting zoo, playgrounds, and a carousel. You can even take a river boat ride here from the Aquarium and/or buy one pass to see both at the same time with or without boat ride.
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Phone: 504-866-ITS-AZOO
Address: 6500 Magazine St.
Directions: Take riverboat from aquarium or take St. Charles street car the to the Tulane/Audubon Park stop and then take the free zoo shuttle.
Website: www.auduboninstitute.org
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Rated one of the top 5 aquariums in the country, it features diverse exhibits from the S. American rain forest to jellyfish to serveral varieties of frogs. Upon entering there is a breathtaking exhibit of a Carribbean coral reef that you can walk through via an enormous plastic tube. The best thing about this exhibit is the large number of skates and mini hammer head sharks. A food court upstairs features a Burger King and a Haagen Daaz ice cream shop. A great activity for people traveling with kids.
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Phone: 504-861-5105
Address: River Walk, French Quarter
Directions: Across Decatur St. from the French Quarter on the Miss. River.
Website: www.auduboninstitute.org
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You have to come to Bourbon St. at least once, and you'll probably want to come back again once you do. It is a collection of to-go drink shops, upscale restaurants, strip clubs, bars, tourist shops, and hotels but the best thing about it are the characters you'll find. Get some drinks to go and take a stroll up and down the street a few times.
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Address: Bourbon St.
Directions: Bourbon St.
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The French Market is an open-air market full of fresh produce and local foods as well as a flea market. It features items that can be found in many tourist shops for a fraction of the cost. Good deals can be found on jewelry, t-shirts, bags, and books among other things. A fun place to look around.
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Address: Decatur St.
Directions: Decatur St., far end by Margaritaville
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The French Quarter is the original part of the city of New Orleans. Its buidlings are all historic and it is home to most of the city's hotels and many restaurants. It is nearly impossible to drive and park here so walking is best. Spend a day or two walking the streets and visiting the many boutiques and shops, or just sit in a cafe and watch people go by while you listen to live music.
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Address: French Quarter
Directions: French Quarter
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Jackson Sq. is the home of St. Louis Cathedral and the Cabildo and Presbytere, the buildings on either side of it which are both historical museums. The Square is flanked with shops and restaurants and centered by a large park featuring a huge statue of Andrew Jackson, hero of the battle of New Orleans. The park is closed after dark. The Square is also full of street vendors offering everything from portraits to fortunes.
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Address: Decatur St.
Directions: Decatur St.
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New Orleans is loaded with above ground cemetaries, necessary due the city being below sea level. This is the one time I would recommend taking a guided walking tour because they can be somewhat dangerous places if you are alone. They are unique, however, and worth seeing.
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Directions: All over the city
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This is the cheapest ($1.25) and some of the most interesting and scenic family fun in the city. Take the Street Car from where it starts on Canal St. all the way to the end and back. You will see the garden disrtict, Tulane, and meet lots of interesting people. The cars themselves are lovely antiques and nice to see for their own unique beauty and charm.
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Perhaps the most recognized landmark in New Orleans, St. Louis Cathedral is the centerpiece of Jackson Square. This cathedral is unique as a focal point of an ultra-Catholic city, as its interior is somewhat sparsely decorated. But in spite of that, it does have a great deal of historical significance: Andrew Jackson supposedly laid down his sword on the altar in thanks for his victory in the battle of New Orleans. It is also the oldest continually operating cathedral in the US. Pope John Paul II also has made a visit here. The cathedral is open to visitors.
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Address: Decatur St.
Directions: Jackson Square
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The Cajun Queen is a small river boat docked just outside of the Audubon Aquarium. For a small fee ($15 adults, $10 kids--kids 5 and under are free) you can take a relaxing and scenic 1 hour cruise of the Mississippi. It's great way to see some things from a different perspective and it gives you a chance to rest your feet after walking all day. I really enjoyed it. The boat has a bar (of course) as well as a cute gift shop.
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Address: River Walk in front of the Aquarium.
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BruceDunning Wed Aug 19, 2009 22:12 UTC
Great description of the things to do and see. It has been years since I have been here, but still remember the headache and next day hangover. What a place to party hard. | TravellerMel Tue Jun 30, 2009 19:47 UTC
You have a wonderful NOLA page - excellent insight with your tips, and the photos made me homesick! Well done! | Escadora7 Wed Oct 8, 2008 17:06 UTC
Great New Orleans Page - it's been way too long since my last visit! All the best, Eve | donpaul77 Thu Jun 26, 2008 00:30 UTC
Good tourist trap tip on the "haunted tours". I went on one and bailed out as soon as we got near Bourbon Street. It was awful! I love New Orleans, though...nice pages! |
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