Despina & Paul
Things To Do
The National WWII Museum
A must see attraction, but be warned, this museum takes an entire day. This military history museum has engaging exhibits like the 4D movie experience "Beyond All Boundaries", the US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center (with tanks, trucks, and WWII airplanes), and so much more. On his first visit to New Orleans, Paul and Despina visited and they need to go back because there is so much more to see!
Garden District
You can find plenty of walking tours to be guided through this historic and beautiful area of the city, or you can explore at your own pace! Laid out in 1833, the grand mansions and St. Charles Streetcar will help you step back in time.
New Orleans Jazz Museum
What New Orleans is known for! (besides food, of course). Housed in the historic Old U.S. Mint, the New Orleans Jazz Museum promotes the global understanding of jazz as one of the most innovative, historically pivotal musical art forms in world history.
Fritzel's European Jazz Pub
Owned by parishioners of Holy Trinity Cathedral in NOLA this European Jazz Bar has it's own house band that is sure to knock your socks off. No dancing, but the music will have you tapping your toes.
Cafe Du Monde French Market
Truly a classic and a must do activity for visitors of New Orleans - beignets! This location is right in the quarter and almost always busy, but there are locations and stores all over that you can find the sweet, puffy, and powder-sugery treat.
Creole Creamery
A Wilson favorite, this ice cream shop is a must for unique and expansive flavors. It will help you beat the August heat.
Chef Ron's Gumbo Stop
Another Wilson favorite, you can find traditional New Orleans food here. Chef Ron provides all the creole food you might want. Located near the hotel, this dining experience is an easy way to have a taste of NOLA.
Sno-La Snowballs
You've heard of a lot of NOLA favorites, but you can't leave in the summertime without tasting a SnoBall. Known elsewhere as shaved ice, locals have taken this dessert to the next level using toppings, condensed milk, and in the case of Sno-La, "stuffing" it with Cheesecake. This is a sweet treat to beat the August heat.
City Park
This expansive park of 1300 acres is home to vegetation, museums, and various other attractions. We explored here for Paul's birthday because they have not only mini golf but also DISC GOLF!