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Magazine Street
Take a stroll along the 6 mile stretch of Magazine Street to check out the local boutiques/shops and experience the rich art and culture of New Orleans. For a free shopping guide, go to www.magazinestreet.com.
Jackson Square
Located in front of the St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square is the heart of New Orleans. A myriad of restaurants and shops surround the square, where artists display their work on iron fences and jazz musicians play live music. Grab a cafe au lait and beignets from Cafe du Monde which is within walking distances and enjoy the city's essence.
St Charles Streetcar Tour
Enjoy a wonderful ride down the entire length of St. Charles Avenue. The streetcar delights passengers with breathtaking views of uptown New Orleans as it passes Tulane and Loyola Universities, Audubon Park, large oak trees, and historic mansions. Purchase a $1.25 one-way ride (with exact change!), or if you're looking for more flexibility, purchase a "Jazzy Pass" online, which gives you unlimited rides at one, three, and five day intervals.
The National WWII Museum
Located in the Central Business District of New Orleans, this museum tells the story of the American Experience in the war that changed the world so that all generations will understand the price of freedom and be inspired by what they learn.
Audubon Zoo
A unique wildlife haven full of New Orleans flavor, impressive 100-year old oak trees and a cast of animal characters. Animal favorites include elephants Jean and Panya, the Komodo dragon and a rare white tiger from California, named King Zulu. But also look for bears, monkeys, snakes, orangutans, elks and more exotic animals.
Preservation Hall
A music venue in the French Quarter founded in 1961 to protect, preserve, and perpetuate traditional New Orleans Jazz. The hall is also home to the world-famous Preservation Hall Band! Make a reservation to see one of their nightly shows on their website (all ages welcome!).
Frenchmen Street
Venture just outside of the French Quarter for some authentic music and a good time! We recommend visiting are Snub Harbor, The Spotted Cat Music Club, and Blue Nile.
New Orleans Museum of Art
NOMA is New Orleans' oldest fine arts institution and hosts an impressive permanent collection of almost 40000 objects.
Mardi Gras World
See where the floats become works of art before they hit the streets during Mardi Gras!