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New Orleans Travel Guide


New Orleans Travel Guide

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New Orleans Must See Attractions

There are some attractions you simply can't miss when you visit New Orleans. The Audubon Aquarium, Insectarium and Zoo will keep the family entertained for hours.  Learn all about the city's biggest festival at Mardi Gras World or hop on a streetcar to explore Canal Street. If you're looking for things to do in New Orleans, this is your guide.Plan your trip to New Orleans today and get the best rates on New Orleans hotels on NewOrleans.com.

Mardi Gras World

Mardi Gras World showcases floats, sculptures and props from the leader in Mardi Gras float design/production, Blaine Kern. Book a tour today! More Info

Audubon Zoo

Lions and gators and bears, oh my! Purchase tickets on NewOrleans.com and spend a day wandering the Audubon Zoo, home of one of the most impressive wildlife collections in the world. More Info

Audubon Aquarium of the Americas

The Aquarium of the Americas is one of the top aquariums in the U.S. and one of New Orleans’ best activities for the whole family. Purchase tickets today on NewOrleans.com. More Info

Audubon Insectarium

Purchase tickets today and visit the Insectarium, the largest freestanding "bug museum" in America and home to thousands of insects, spiders and their relatives. More Info

New Orleans Cemeteries

Hauntingly beautiful, the unique above-ground cemeteries of New Orleans, known as the "cities of the dead," are a must-see while in the city.

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New Orleans Streetcars

Though associated with dramatized and romantic images of the city and its history, streetcars provide daily transportation for commuters and visitors alike. More Info

Canal Street

Canal Street is downtown's central hub and an intersection for the city's spheres of business, entertainment, culture, tourism, nightlife and more. More Info

St. Charles Avenue

St. Charles Avenue is known for its streetcar line, ancient live oaks and wealth of beautiful and historic homes. More Info

Mercedes-Benz Superdome

The Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, home of the Saints, is the world's largest fixed dome structure and has hosted everything from Super Bowls to the Pope. More Info

New Orleans Arena

Conveniently located downtown next to the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, the New Orleans Arena is home to the NBA's Hornets and other special indoor events. More Info

Harrah's Casino

Ranked as one of the most exciting things to see in New Orleans, this casino is a day's worth of fun under one roof. More Info

Audubon Park

New Orleans Audubon Park is lush with mighty oak trees teeming with moss. A lovely place to have a picnic, exercise, play a round of golf or just lay down and have a nap. More Info

New Orleans City Park

New Orleans City Park is 1,300 acres of year-round fun for locals and visitors alike. Not only is it a natural attraction but it also offers several choices of recreational activities. More Info

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park features exhibits, lectures, films, concerts and walking tours which change from season to season. More Info

Jean Lafitte National Historic Park and Preserve

Jean Lafitte National Historic Park and Preserve consists French Quarter's Laura C. Hudson Visitor Center, the Barataria Preserve, and the Chalmette Battlefield and National Cemetery. More Info

Magazine Street

Magazine Street, which runs from Uptown to Downtown, is the Mecca for New Orleans shopping. More Info

Old U.S. Mint

Old U.S. Mint in New Orleans has a number of stunning permanent exhibits including the "New Orleans Jazz" exhibit, Newcomb Pottery and crafts and "The Mississippi and the Making of a Nation." More Info

Mississippi River

New Orleans revolves around the mighty Mississippi River, so it's not a surprise that many people flock to the city to experience one of the greatest and most historical waterways in the country. More Info

New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

The sixth largest such facility in the U.S., the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center consistently outscores competitors and not just because of its size. More Info

Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots

Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, the home of horse racing in New Orleans for three centuries, also offers slot-machine gaming and is the site of the annual New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. More Info