Mardi Gras World
Warehouse full of impressive Mardi Gras floats, where you can watch artists at work creating the floats for next year!
Oak Alley Plantation, Vacherie
19th century plantation with stunning canopied path between oak trees, and a fascinating guided tour.
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Fabulous five-storey museum with colorful, interesting art by Southern artists.
Old State Capitol, Baton Rouge
An incredible Gothic castle-like capitol building that stands high on a bluff.
Jackson Square, French Quarter
Lush, tropical square in front of the iconic St Louis Cathedral- the focal point of the sights and sounds of the French Quarter.
Little Gem Saloon, Downtown New Orleans
In the midst of downtown, a little historic building where Jazz began. Come for great live music and food!
New Orleans Botanical Garden
Formal series of themed gardens overflowing with flowers, sculptures, and fountains. On weekends, a model train garden that kids adore!
Storyland
Whimsical sculptures of fairy tale scenes in the middle of a giant oak forest with Spanish moss and vines. Magic!
Audobon Aquarium and IMAX
Claustrophobic aquarium with great outdoor exhibit where you can feed parakeets and a do-not-miss IMAX hurricane show.
St. Charles Ave
Gorgeous street under a canopy of giant oak trees with 19th c. Southern mansions and plenty of cute ethnic restaurants nearby.
Dauphin Street, Mobile (two hours away)
Main street in Mobile, with historic buildings with wrought-iron balconies.
History Museum of Mobile (two hours away)
A lovely, well-planned museum with miniature doll houses, and Carnival exhibit.
Children's Museum of Acadiana, Lafayette
A small children's museum with a pretend grocery store and pretend cafe.
National World War II Museum
Campaigns of Courage exhibit sets the mood with real scenes you walk through.
Moon Walk
Stroll along the Mississippi River in front of the French Quarter, and enjoy the cool breezes and views of the bridge.
The Fly, Audobon Park
Plain flat grassy area with shaded gazebos on the brown, soupy Mississippi River.