What to do in Eastern Louisiana, LA

Activities, attractions and tours

Cypress trees at Caddo Lake State Park, Eastern Texas near Louisiana border
Cypress trees at Caddo Lake State Park, Eastern Texas near Louisiana border
All graves are above ground in New Orleans because the city is build on a swamp and water levels are too high to bury coffins six feet under, making for some particularly gorgeous cemeteries.
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One of the prettiest buildings in New Orleans.

Eastern Louisiana Tourist Attractions & Activities

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French Quarter showing a city, street scenes and heritage architecture

French Quarter

This historic neighbourhood encapsulates the soul of New Orleans and has become one of the city’s most iconic attractions.

French Quarter
Canal Street showing a city and street scenes

New Orleans Central Business District

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Bourbon Street, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.

New Orleans Central Business District
National World War II Museum which includes a city, street scenes and a bridge

Arts/Warehouse District

Disused warehouses have made perfect homes for trendy art galleries and restaurants in New Orleans’ rejuvenated centre.

Arts/Warehouse District
Colorful azaleas bloom in the Garden District of New Orleans creating a vibrant spring atmosphere

Garden District

This green and pleasant district is an idea place for a stroll among magnificent mansions and beautiful parkland.

Garden District
Panoramic view of New Orleans over the Mississippi

Lower Garden District

Travellers love Lower Garden District for its beautiful gardens, and you can see more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Port of New Orleans and Magazine Street.

Lower Garden District
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Uptown Historic District

Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in Uptown Historic District. Top attractions like Audubon Zoo and Magazine Street are major draws, and you can catch 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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