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New Orleans is comparable to a good cup of the native's stew,
 World-class zoo |
6500 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70118 United States +1 504 581 4629 / +1 800 774 7394 http://www.auduboninstitute.org |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. From the critter-filled swamps of Louisiana to the grasslands of Africa, you can explore some of the Earth's most intriguing habitats and the creatures that dwell within them at this world-class zoo. Rated one of the top zoos in the United States, it features two rare white tigers, as well as Komodo dragons. One of the newest exhibits, Jaguar Jungle, focuses on the people and animals of Central America, including the mysterious Mayan culture. Adult entry is $12.50 and children cost $7.50. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Lousiana's flagship museum |
701 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 568 6968 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This structure was built between 1795-1799 to house the city council when New Orleans was a possession of Spain. Today it is the flagship of the Louisiana State Museum. Interactive exhibits illustrate the history of Louisiana from European explorations to the post Civil War Reconstruction era. This stunning museum is located on Jackson Square near the St. Louis Cathedral. Group tours are available. The museum is closed on legal holidays. Adult entry is $6. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Court of Two Sisters |
613 Royal St New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 7261 http://www.courtoftwosisters.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Two Creole sisters who originally owned a notions shop serving only the finest of ladies established this appropriately named restaurant. Constructed in 1880, the restaurant stands on the same site as their first establishment. This historic building is enveloped in an ambiance found only in the Vieux Carre. The main reason to visit this restaurant is for its Jazz Brunch Buffet. It features more than 60 dishes including meat, fowl, fish, vegetables, fresh fruits, homemade bread and pastries. Overall, this Creole dining experience will capture your heart as well as your taste buds. World-renowned food and a courtyard equally impressive makes this a dining experience not to be missed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest flea market in the country |
1100 North Peters New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 522 2621 http://www.frenchmarket.org/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. From the famed beignets of the "Cafe Du Monde" to the fabulous farmer's/flea market (going strong since 1812), this shopping experience incorporates buying, dining and entertainment all within a five block radius of the famous French Quarter. The Market boundary begins on Decatur Street across from Jackson Square. While you stroll through you may see any number of items, including candy, cookware, spices and mixes, clothes, fresh produce, crafts and toys, memorabilia, and even gator-on-a-stick. The Market is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and is free for browsing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant Creole dining |
630 St. Peter Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 525 1486 http://www.gumboshop.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Enjoy traditional and contemporary Creole cuisine in the casual elegance of a restored 1794 cottage. Muraled dining room walls and a lovely garden patio set the stage for a delightful dining experience found only in the heart of the Vieux Carre. A full menu of salads, sandwiches, daily specials and fresh fish are complimented by a large selection of wines by the glass. Menus are available in Spanish, French, Japanese and Braille. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 World famous native son |
North Rampart Street St. Philips Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 589 4841 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This park made of grassy knolls and lagoons is named for world-famous musician and native son, Louis Armstrong. His statue, by Elizabeth Cartlett, is near the brightly lit entrance on the outer boundary of the French Quarter. Ironically, Armstrong was not allowed to play in the now well-known clubs during his career. Other landmarks including Congo Square and the Morris F.X.Jeff Municipal Auditorium surround the park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of the Saints |
Sugar Bowl Drive New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 587 3663 / +1 504 587 3822 (Box Office) http://www.superdome.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The Super Dome is one of the largest stadiums in the country and seats 87,500. The Dome is home the New Orleans Saints football team, the Tulane University Green Wave, and the annual Sugar Bowl Classic football game. The Dome also hosts conventions, exhibits and concerts. You can tour this frequently used Super Bowl site on days when there are no scheduled events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Party inspired by 19th-century tradition |
1 Poydras Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 827 1661 http://www.mardigrasneworleans... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Lundi Gras, or 'Fat Monday,'is the day before Mardi Gras. This old tradition started by King Rex in the 19th century has been revived over the past decade. This free, outdoor celebration takes place at the Spanish Plaza and has become more of a warm up party for the big Mardi Gras that takes place on the following day. The party includes music, food and the Zulu king and queen arriving by boat. This event is a bit more tame than Mardi Gras, so families tend to feel more comfortable here. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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City-Wide Party |
1 Poydras Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States http://www.mardigrasneworleans... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This carnival is the Crescent City's biggest party of the year and one of the best-known celebrations in the world. Taking place annually on Fat Tuesday (the day before Lent on the Christian calendar) and the days leading up to it, parties begin in the morning and last until midnight. The parades are put on by social clubs called Krewes. Beautiful floats with costumed Krewe members roll down the streets all day long for a week, throwing all kinds of things from the floats to the watching crowds. The most cherished of the "throws" is a golden coconut, which can be had at the Zulu parade on Mardi Gras day. Mardi Gras is also knowned for drunken revelry and streets overflowing with people. If you want to avoid some of the worst of it, make sure you go to some of the uptown parades instead. Please note that prices for everything from hotel rooms to food go through the roof, so bring lots of money and make reservations up to a year in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where Mardi Gras is created |
233 Newton Street New Orleans, LA 70114 United States +1 800 362 8213 (Toll Free) http://www.mardigrasworld.com/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Directly across the Mississippi River from the French Quarter and Canal Street is the West Bank neighborhood of Algiers. A free shuttle will take you to the place where Mardi Gras is created. You may catch the artists and builders of the world famous floats hard at work. There is a gift shop where you can buy Carnival memorabilia, so you can say you have seen Mardi Gras and have something to show for it. This is a fun trip for children, as a chest full of costumes affords them the chance to dress in true Carnival style. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Museum of the American Cocktail |
Riverwalk Marketplace 1 Poydras Street Su 169 (Julia Street entrance) New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504-569-0405 http://www.museumoftheamerican... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The Museum of the American Cocktail traces the colorful history of the American Cocktail - its ingredients, inventors, and evolution. Visitors will stumble upon classic cocktail shakers, bottles, prohibition-era literature and music, tools and other cocktail memorabilia. The artifacts are almost over 200 years old. The Museum hosts a series of informative and entertaining mixology seminars planned to coincide with popular events like Mardi Gras, St. Patrick's Day, Jazz Fest, and Southern Comfort's 'Tales of the Cocktail'. Tickets cost $5 for adults, $4 for students & seniors and it's free for children under six. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Protect the Park |
1 Palm Drive New Orleans, LA 70124-4608 United States +1 504 482 4888 http://www.neworleanscitypark.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. It's just impossible to get bored of New Orleans' plush City Park. Sprawled over 1,500 acres, this welcoming oasis attracts hordes of people every day. You'll find love-birds sharing some time together, children playing around, joggers doing their daily rounds and people absorbing the park's beauty. Camps, field trips and an amusement park are the facilities for children. Sports lovers can choose from golf, football, tennis and lots more. The park also provides the perfect setting for weddings, picnics, birthdays or other special functions. If you're a nature freak, volunteer to help protect this beautiful park. Not a cent of tax money is used to maintain this facility, so donate generously towards this venue. Stop by to spend leisurely hours of your evening or delight in the various sporting facilities offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of the world's largest jazz festivals |
1205 North Rampart St New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 522 4786 http://www.nojazzfest.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Considered one of the world's greatest cultural celebrations, this annual 10-day event draws more than 300,000 people to listen to thousands of well-known musicians, such as Fats Domino and Willie Nelson. Also scheduled is an annual gala, as well as workshops, creative craft fairs and much more. Festivities that take place on the fairgrounds. Public transportation is available to and from all events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Notable Landmark |
615 Pere Antoine Alley New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 525 9585 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The Cathedral of St. Louis IX, King of France, began as a minor basilica, but became an established parish in 1720. The graceful beauty of the cathedral and its surrounding courtyards makes it a sight to behold. Located on a bank of the Mississippi River, the cathedral is considered one of the greatest symbols of Catholicism on the North American continent. Free guided tours are offered from 9a-5p M-Sa and 1p-5p Su. The gift shop is open everyday from 9a-6p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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