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The 1850 House
523 St. Ann St., Lower Pontalba Bldg., Jackson Square, New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 524-9118, (800) 568-6968
lsm.crt.state.la.us
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Attraction Type/s: Museum, Historic Home
Description: Faithfully furnished with domestic goods, decorative arts and art of the period, the 1850 House depicts middle class family life during the most prosperous period in New Orleans' history. |
Academy of the Sacred Heart Chapel
4521 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70115 [Map It]
(504) 891-1943
ashrosary.org
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Attraction Type/s: Church/Cathedral of Interest, Historic Building
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All Ways Lounge and Theatre
2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA 70117 [Map It]
(504) 218-5778
www.marignytheatre.org
Neighborhood: Faubourg Marigny/Bywater
Attraction Type/s: Theatre (Performance)
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American Italian Cultural Center
537 S. Peters St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 522-7294
www.airf.org
Neighborhood: Arts District/Convention Center
Attraction Type/s: Museum, Research Facility
Description: The American Italian Cultural Center in the heart of downtown New Orleans is a repository of priceless information and memorabilia celebrating the contributions of the sons and daughters of Italy to the city’s cultural life. |
Amistad Research Center
6823 St. Charles Ave., Tilton Memorial Hall,Tulane University, New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 862-3222
www.amistadresearchcenter.org
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Attraction Type/s: Museum, Research Facility
Description: Located on the beautiful campus of Tulane University in uptown New Orleans, the Amistad Research Center houses the country's largest collection of manuscripts about African Americans, race relations and civil rights. This center is the focal point of research by historians, nonfiction authors, novelists and those pursuing information about their family's history. |
Anthony Bean Community Theater
1333 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 862-7529
www.anthonybeantheater.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Attraction Type/s: Theatre (Performance)
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Archdiocesan Archives
1100 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 529-2651
www.archdiocese-no.org
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Attraction Type/s: Research Facility
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Armstrong Park
835 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
Neighborhood: Treme
Attraction Type/s: Park/Square (Recreational)
Description: Louis Armstrong Park, located steps from the French Quarter, was created to honor New Orleans' favorite son, the great Louis Armstrong, and to preserve the site of Congo Square. Preserving the historic meeting space of slaves in the 1800s and celebrating the undeniably rich jazz history of New Orleans, Armstrong Park is a site of cultural reflection and a commitment to continuing the community spirit. |
Ashe Cultural Arts Center
1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70113 [Map It]
(504) 569-9070
www.ashecac.org
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Attraction Type/s: Museum
Description: Aiming to revive and reclaim a historically-significant corridor of in Central City, Ashé Cultural Arts Center is a gathering place for emerging and established artists to create and present their works. |
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
1 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 581-4629, (800) 774-7394
www.auduboninstitute.org
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Attraction Type/s: Museum, Aquarium
Description: Looming large against the Mississippi River is the extraordinary Audubon Aquarium of the Americas which houses 15,000 sea life creatures, representing nearly 600 species, living happily in a state-of-the-art facility. |
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium
423 Canal St., Custom House, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 581-4629, (800) 774-7394
www.auduboninstitute.org
Neighborhood: Central Business District/Downtown
Attraction Type/s: Museum
Description: If it walks, crawls or flies, there's a good chances you will see it on display at the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium in the Old New Orleans Customs House. |
Audubon Park
6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 861-2537
www.auduboninstitute.org
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Attraction Type/s: Park/Square (Recreational)
Description: Audubon Park opened in 1898 and was the site of the World Cotton Centennial in 1884. People travel from near and far to marvel at and enjoy the ever-beautiful oak trees, lagoons, and expansive green space located within the park. For the millions who use the park for picnics, relaxing, walking, running, cycling and special events there is no better place in New Orleans for recreational fun and relaxation. |
Audubon Park Golf Course
6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 212-5290, (866) 248-4652
www.audubontrail.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Attraction Type/s: Sporting Venue, Golf Course
Description: Golfers find beautiful greens, lush landscaping and four lagoons brimming with geese and duck in this 81-acre, 4,189 yard, par-62 course with 12 par 3s, four par 4s, and two par 5. |
Audubon Park Tennis Courts
6320 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70113 [Map It]
(504) 895-1042
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Attraction Type/s: Tennis Court
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The Audubon Zoo
6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70118 [Map It]
(504) 581-4629, (800) 774-7394
www.auduboninstitute.org
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Attraction Type/s: Museum, Zoo
Description: Audubon Zoo is a New Orleans landmark and a living museum filled with some of the rarest and most beautiful creatures of nature. There have been animals at this site since the 1884 World Exposition in Audubon Park. Today, Audubon Zoo is 58 acres of animals in their natural habitats. The Zoo consistently ranks among this country’s best. |
AWF All Star Lanes
3640 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA 70065 [Map It]
(504) 443-5353
www.amf.com
Neighborhood: Jefferson Parish
Attraction Type/s: Bowling Alley
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The Backstreet Cultural Museum
1116 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 522-4806
www.backstreetmuseum.org
Neighborhood: Treme
Attraction Type/s: Museum
Description: At The Backstreet Cultural Museum, visitors can find an amazing assortment of memorabilia indigenous to Mardi Gras, jazz funerals and other traditions found only in New Orleans. The museum houses the city’s largest collection of brilliantly colored and elaborately designed Mardi Gras Indian costumes hand made by local artisans costing upwards of $10,000 a piece. In this simple setting, the museum also houses an enormous collection of still photos and video footage of Mardi Gras Indians, jazz funerals and second lines. |
Bayou Kayaks
1101 Florida Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119 [Map It]
(504) 814-0551
www.bayoukayaks.com
Neighborhood: Mid-City
Attraction Type/s: Other Attraction, Boat/Yacht Charter
Description: We’re a little outfitter with a big outfitter attitude. We’ll get you in the water and paddling on Bayou St John so you can enjoy a little piece of the Sportsman’s Paradise right here in the Big Easy. Paddle from our launch site up the bayou to Orleans Ave and down to Robert E Lee Blvd, and experience the city from a new perspective. |
Beauregard-Keyes House
1113 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 523-7257
www.bkhouse.org
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Attraction Type/s: Museum, Historic Home
Description: Confederate General Pierre Gustave Toutant (P.G.T.) Beauregard was a New Orleans native who ordered the first shots of the Civil War fired on Fort Sumter, South Carolina in April 1861. Frances Parkinson Keyes was a noted author of more than fifty books and short story collections. Built in 1826, the Chartres Street house they lived in at separate times nearly a century apart bears both of their names and is today a French Quarter landmark. |
Besthoff Sculpture Garden
1 Collins Diboll Cir., City Park, New Orleans, LA 70124 [Map It]
(504) 488-2631
www.noma.org
Neighborhood: Lakefront/Lakeview
Attraction Type/s: Museum, Garden
Description: Set amid five glorious acres are priceless sculptures, all of which make up the magnificent Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. The Sculpture Garden is the latest cultural destination for visitors to New Orleans and provides a unique opportunity for visitors who treasure the arts.The world-class collection of modern and contemporary sculpture is presented in an exquisite natural setting with delights at every turn. |
Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World
1380 Port of New Orleans Pl., New Orleans, LA 70114 [Map It]
(504) 361-7821, (800) 362-8213
www.mardigrasworld.com
Neighborhood: Uptown/Garden District
Attraction Type/s: Museum
Description: Take a guided tour of our World. Mardi Gras World. Where you might be surprised by almost anything you can imagine. View our exclusive, historic Mardi Gras video. Marvel at the artistry and technology of our signature mega-floats. Enjoy King Cake and refreshments with our compliments. Come peek behind the curtain and see magic come alive. You'll leave with an insider's appreciation of Mardi Gras. This is the one New Orleans experience you'll never forget, no matter how many parades you've seen. Mardi Gras World. Magical memories. A priceless gift for the whole family. |
Bocage Plantation
39050 Highway 942, Darrow, LA 70725 [Map It]
(225) 588-8000
www.bocageplantation.com
Neighborhood: Outside Metro Area
Attraction Type/s: Historic Home, Plantations
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The Botanical Gardens
1 Palm Terrace, City Park, New Orleans, LA 70124 [Map It]
(504) 483-9386
www.neworleanscitypark.com
Neighborhood: Lakefront/Lakeview
Attraction Type/s: Museum, Garden
Description: The New Orleans Botanical Garden at City Park offers a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Nature lovers of all ages wander around the lush foliage, play in the open gardens or relax near the tranquil fountains. Surrounded by the nation’s largest collection of mature live oaks, patrons enjoy a sensual walk past 2,000 varieties of plants. Most of the vegetation is native to Louisiana, but there are many other more exotic species. |
Brechtel Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course
3700 Behrman Pl., New Orleans, LA 70114 [Map It]
(504) 362-4761
www.thegolfcourses.net
Neighborhood: Algiers/Westbank
Attraction Type/s: Sporting Venue, Golf Course
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The Cabildo
701 Chartres St., Jackson Square, New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 568-6968, (800) 568-6968
lsm.crt.state.la.us
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Attraction Type/s: Museum, Historic Site, Historic Building
Description: The Cabildo is one of the most historically significant buildings in America. Built between 1795 and 1799 to replace a structure that burned in the 1794 fire, the Cabildo served as the seat of government in New Orleans during the Spanish colonial period and is the location where the Louisiana Purchase was signed in 1803. |
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