City Park, LA
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City Park
Walk under historic oak trees, ride a carousel, visit botanical gardens and play at a kids’ museum at one of the country’s oldest urban parks.
New Orleans Museum of Art
One of America’s most influential galleries celebrates the city’s rich cultural heritage as well as art from around the world.
New Orleans Botanical Garden
Featuring more than 2,000 plants and flowers from around the world, this urban botanical garden dates back to the Great Depression and the art deco era.
Sydney & Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden
You can browse the exhibits at Sydney & Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
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.
Things to do
Oak Alley Plantation and New Orleans City Tour
Beyond the French Quarter Bike Tour
New Orleans Ghost Hunt: Underworld Exploration Game
A Walk in the Park: City Park New Orleans Audio Tour
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Other neighborhoods around City Park
Mid-City District
While you're in Mid-City District, take in top sights like Fair Grounds Race Course or Mahalia Jackson Theater, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.
Mid-City
Appreciated for its gardens and live music, you might consider exploring Mid-City. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dreux Monument, and jump on the metro at Canal at Lopez Stop or Canal at Jeff Davis Stop to get around the city.
Saint Roch
While visiting Saint Roch, you might make a stop by sights like Frenchmen Street and St Roch Cemetery & Chapel.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and Louis Armstrong Park.
Gentilly
While visiting Gentilly, you might make a stop by sights like Frenchmen Street and Lake Pontchartrain.
Faubourg Marigny
Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. Top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.
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- Other vacations you might like
- City Park
- New Orleans Museum of Art
- Louisiana Children's Museum
- New Orleans Botanical Garden
- Storyland
- Tad Gormley Stadium
- Sydney & Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden
- Pan-American Stadium
- Bourbon Street
- Canal Street
- Port of New Orleans
- Caesars New Orleans Casino
- Caesars Superdome
- Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
- National World War II Museum
- Tulane University
- Julia Street Cruise Terminal
- Jackson Square
- Smoothie King Center
- Audubon Aquarium
- Mardi Gras World
- Café du Monde
- Mississippi River
- Audubon Zoo
- French Market
- Frenchmen Street
- Magazine Street
- Saenger Theatre
- Mardi Gras
- Royal Street