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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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New Orleans: Swamp Zipline Tour
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New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal
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 renowned jazz scene and great live music in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums 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 lively bars and great live music 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
Old Metairie might not have many top sights, but Lakeside Shopping Center and Longue Vue House and Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bonnabel Place
While Bonnabel Place isn't home to many top sights, Lakeside Shopping Center and Longue Vue House and Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bucktown
Though Bucktown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lakeside Shopping Center and Botanical Gardens.
Westgate
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about Westgate. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Magnolia Shopping Center and Cafe Du Monde are a few top places to visit.
Willowdale
Travelers enjoy Willowdale for its restaurants and live music. Consider checking out Continental Plaza Shopping Center while you're in the area.
