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.
It is so beautiful out there.
One of the prettiest buildings in New Orleans.

Places to Visit in Eastern Louisiana

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French Quarter showing a city, street scenes and heritage architecture

French Quarter

4.5/5(113 area reviews)

New Orleans' most atmospheric neighbourhood is filled with history, wonderful architecture and the best people-watching in town.

French Quarter
Canal Street showing a city and street scenes

New Orleans Central Business District

4.5/5(74 area reviews)

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 Caesars Superdome, 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

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

New Orleans' revitalised Arts District, known as NOAD, has given visitors yet another reason to visit.

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

Garden District

Head to this historic and peaceful district, a world away from New Orleans' party venues.

Garden District
Panoramic view of New Orleans over the Mississippi

Lower Garden District

4/5(6 area reviews)

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 National World War II Museum.

Lower Garden District
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Uptown Historic District

5/5(2 area reviews)

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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