Fair Grounds Race Course Tours

Fair Grounds Race Course
Fair Grounds Race Course
See why horse racing is referred to as the sport of kings at Fair Grounds Race Course. From the raw power of the animals to the enthusiastic crowds, nothing quite compares to the atmosphere of a day at the track.

Make your way to the busy neighborhood of Fairgrounds — that's where Fair Grounds Race Course is located. Pay the entry fee and roam around this horse racing venue at your own pace. If you're hoping to tick off more interesting sights, Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Jackson Square and French Market are in the area.

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Sheraton New Orleans Hotel

Sheraton New Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
New Orleans Central Business District
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,320 reviews)
The weather was horrible when we arrived. They let us check in early to get dry and warm without an extra charge! Super friendly and helpful! 100% would use again!

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The Theodore New Orleans

The Theodore New Orleans

2 out of 5
New Orleans Central Business District
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Virgin Hotels New Orleans

Virgin Hotels New Orleans

4.5 out of 5
New Orleans Central Business District
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Clean room with good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff. Only complaint is the thing walls between the rooms as the guest next door could be heard all night on one night.

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Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 1148 reviews
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Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 1148 reviews
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Airboat Adventures: Semi-Private Airboat Experience

Airboat Adventures: Semi-Private Airboat Experience

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 60 reviews
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New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost Tour with Interior Visit

New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost Tour with Interior Visit

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9.0 out of 10 with 32 reviews
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Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour

Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 5 reviews
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For the Jazz Fest!

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Jazz Fest - the best!

5/5 - Excellent

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Here for the Jazz Festival for the first time. They really know how to manage the crowds while staying pleasant and having fun. The shuttle service to the festival was the best way to go. The food at the festival was fantastic. Don't be afraid of the crowds. Everyone is moving around so seats become available in all of the tent venues throughout the concerts. Bring a hat and sunscreen and a love of amazing music.

3/5 - Okay

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I think there should be more shade or tents provided for people to be able to sit under.

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