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Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
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New Orleans Seafood Bar Crawl
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New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Haunted House Tour
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Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour
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What to do in Metairie
Popular places to visit
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.
Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the great live music and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
National World War II Museum
A rare collection of artefacts, memorabilia and documents piece together the story of America’s involvement in the Second World War.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Jackson Square
Chill out Southern-style in this freewheeling park with a fascinating past.
Mardi Gras World
See how the floats for New Orleans’ world-famous annual fiesta are put together in this museum with a difference.
Frenchmen Street
You can find out about the history of New Orleans with a trip to Frenchmen Street. Take in the great live music in this walkable area.
Areas of Metairie
Old Metairie
While Old Metairie isn't home to many top sights, Lakeside Shopping Center and Longue Vue House and Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bonnabel Place
When in Bonnabel Place, you can plan a visit to Lakeside Shopping Center and Longue Vue House and Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bucktown
Bucktown might not have many top sights, but Lakeside Shopping Center and Botanical Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westgate
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Westgate. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Magnolia Shopping Center and Cafe Du Monde, a few notable attractions nearby.
Willowdale
Restaurants and live music are just a few things travellers like about Willowdale. A stop by Continental Plaza Shopping Center is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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