Don't Miss Attractions

Attractions

Steamboat Natchez Riverboat Cruise

This is a great way to enjoy 3 attractions-in-one ... New Orleans food and music during a cruise down the Mississippi. Since this is a real steamboat, you'll hear the beautiful music of its calliope (a musical instrument powered by steam that is atop the steamboat) as you stroll through the French Quarter -- just follow the sounds to the river! Choose from a daytime cruise, or a dinner/jazz cruise featuring the Dukes of Dixieland. (Coupons available at NewOrleansCoupons.com)

Musée Conti Wax Museum

It's the best-kept secret in New Orleans. The Musée Conti Historical Wax Museum is Fun, Historical, Educational AND Entertaining... a must see in New Orleans! Founded in 1963, "The WAX" tells the fascinating story of New Orleans from her founding to the present day. Experience more than 300 years of History, Legend and Scandal with the 154 life-size figures displayed in historically accurate settings.

D-Day Museum

The National D-Day Museum's exhibits encompass the June 6, 1944 invasion of Normandy, the Home Front during WWII, and the D-Day Invasions in the Pacific. Exhibit galleries incorporate text panels, artifacts, and Personal Account stations in which visitors may listen to the stories of WWII veterans and others who supported the war effort. (Coupon available at NewOrleansCoupons.com)

Mardi Gras World

Visit Mardi Gras World .. with thousands of sensational sculptured props and breath-taking giant figures -- it's the place where Mardi Gras is made. You'll see the artists as they build the floats for next year's Mardi Gras .. great place to get the Mardi Gras spirit year-round, and every tour includes free king cake -- don't forget your camera! Also visit the Kern Studios website, the home of the finest parade float designers in the world!

Harrah's Casino

In the heart of the world's most captivating and exhilarating city, you'll find the most thrilling gaming entertainment, 24/7. Voted "Best Casino" by the readers of "Casino Player", Harrah's is located just steps away from the French Quarter at the foot of Canal Street and the Mississippi River. This "world-class" casino offers over 2000 of the newest slots and over a hundred action-packed table games along with a 24 hour buffet, Besh Steakhouse and many other food options. Self-parking garage is free with 30 minutes of "tracked" play.

Cookin' Cajun Cooking School

A four-course meal is demonstrated by our excellent chefs Saundra and Corinne, who will entertain you as well as teach you the secrets of Creole and Cajun cooking. Of course you get to feast on the menu prepared that day.

Royal Carriages

Take a carriage ride while you're in New Orleans ... and enjoy a tour of the French Quarter (garden district tours available, too!) Quaint mule-drawn carriages take you past many landmarks of New Orleans, including Bourbon Street, the mighty Mississippi, and Jackson Square. (Coupon available at NewOrleansCoupons.com)

Cities of the Dead

Visit the site about the cemeteries of New Orleans -- our above-ground tombs, their history, and some neat facts!

Recommended tours:

• To visit our most notable cemetery, featuring the tomb of Mari Laveau, we recommend the Cemetery/Gris Gris tour by Gray Line.
• For those of you who want to check out a "hauntings" or "voodoo" tour while in New Orleans, check out the newest Hauntings Tour ... it presents the legends in the most realistic manner; and includes a walking tour of the French Quarter with a little lagniappe for everyone.
• For a broader overview of the city with stops throughout the city, including a visit to a cemetery, check out Gray Line's Super City Tour

Honey Island Swamp Tours, Inc. Enjoy a trip into one of the least-altered river swamps in the country. Nearly 70,000 acres of the Honey Island Swamp is a permanently protected wildlife area. The beauty of nature surrounds you and wildlife abounds ... the guides really love the swamps, have a great sense of humor, and can answer all of your questions. Check out HoneyIslandSwamp.com for more information and pictures.

Jackson Square

An afternoon in Jackson Square
contributed by Nick Cognevich; photos of Jackson Square and Pirates' Alley by Marc Weitz

Louisiana Plantation Homes

Visitors to New Orleans enjoy touring our beautiful plantation homes located right outside the city.

Recommended tour:

• A great way to see several of our most famous plantation homes is through Gray Line -- their tour takes you down what is known as "river road" and includes a visit to the famous Oak Alley Plantation. Plantation Homes as featured in movies -- beautiful!

For information on recommended restaurants, recipes and more, visit
the Taste of New Orleans and New Orleans Restaurants.com!  

Gray Line New Orleans

Gray Line, the world's leader in sightseeing, has been showcasing New Orleans to visitors from around the world since 1924. From the French Quarter to the swamp, visitors enjoy touring New Orleans' many beautiful and interesting attractions. There are a variety of tour packages available.

Go 4th on the River

Annual 4th of July celebration with activities and entertainment for the entire family along the riverfront, ending with a spectacular fireworks show over the Mississippi River. Visit the site for events & attractions; print the savings coupons offered.