What to do in Louisiana

Activities, attractions and tours

French Quarter showing heritage architecture and a house
Louisiana
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French Quarter featuring a city, street scenes and heritage architecture
Baton Rouge featuring signage

Most fun & popular experiences in Louisiana

Tours & day trips

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Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 1088 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $80 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 1088 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $80 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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New Orleans Seafood Bar Crawl

New Orleans Seafood Bar Crawl

Activity duration is 1 hour and 20 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $21 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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New Orleans: Swamp Zipline Tour

New Orleans: Swamp Zipline Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $123 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 51 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $58 per adult
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What to do in Louisiana

Discover the most popular places to visit in Louisiana

Bourbon Street which includes street scenes and a city

Bourbon Street

The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.

Bourbon Street
Canal Street which includes signage

Canal Street

Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area.

Canal Street
Port of New Orleans

Port of New Orleans

Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene and great live music in this walkable area.

Port of New Orleans
Caesars Superdome

Caesars Superdome

Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Caesars Superdome
National World War II Museum which includes aircraft and interior views

National World War II Museum

Personal accounts, films and artifacts provide a thorough and informative look at World War II.

National World War II Museum
Golden Nugget

Golden Nugget

Why not try your luck with a visit to Golden Nugget where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Lake Charles? Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Golden Nugget
Tulane University

Tulane University

Explore the campus of Tulane University, during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this walkable area.

Tulane University
Jackson Square

Jackson Square

This communal park in the French Quarter has a deep-rooted connection to local artists and musicians.

Jackson Square
Mardi Gras World showing interior views and art

Mardi Gras World

Get an inside view into preparations for one of the world’s most famous annual festivals.

Mardi Gras World

Explore areas of Louisiana

French Quarter showing street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

French Quarter

Historic buildings and lively atmosphere entice tourists and locals alike, offering live music, street performances, and vibrant nightlife. Must-see spots include Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and Café du Monde.

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New Orleans Central Business District

Dynamic and mixed-use, this neighborhood boasts professional offices, historic buildings, and numerous restaurants and clubs. Explore museums like the National WWII Museum and Ogden Museum of Southern Art, or visit Harrah's Casino and Piazza d'Italia.

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Arts/Warehouse District

Get to the heart of modern New Orleans and explore renovated warehouses and modern galleries in this chic district.

Arts/Warehouse District
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Garden District

Well-preserved historic mansions and striking architecture define this area. Explore Colonel Short's Villa, George Washington Cable House, and Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, or shop at The Rink, with easy streetcar access on St. Charles Avenue.

Garden District
Mardi Gras World featuring art and interior views as well as an individual female

Lower Garden District

Lower Garden District is highly notable for its beautiful gardens, and you might want to visit top sights like Port of New Orleans and National World War II Museum. See more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop.

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Uptown Historic District

Known for its ample dining options and picturesque gardens, there's plenty to explore in Uptown Historic District. You can visit top attractions like Audubon Zoo and Magazine Street, and jump on the metro at St. Charles at Jefferson Stop or St. Charles at Valmont Stop to see more of the city.

Uptown Historic District

 

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Day trip destinations from Louisiana

Howard Wilkinson Bridge which includes a bridge, a sunset and a river or creek

Baton Rouge

Monroe which includes signage and flowers

Monroe

New Orleans

New Orleans

Chalmette

Chalmette

Natchez featuring signage

Natchez

Photo by Gerard Nastor

Gretna

Port Allen

Port Allen