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New Orleans is a fun city with a whirlwind of activities taking place. It has the right blend of traditional and modern cultures. The most popular tourist attraction here are the beautiful old Spanish-style colonial buildings of the French Quarter, the ultra modern state-of-the-art Riverwalk shopping complex built along the east bank of the Mississippi, mysterious Cities of the dead and the popular Museum of Voodoo. New Orleans truly brings to life what the local motto says about it. 'aissez les bons temps rouler' (let the good times roll)!!!

Aquariums and Zoos

Aquariums & Zoos in New Orleans.
Aquarium of the Americas
Canal Street, New Orleans
Call (504)- 861-2537

Aquarium of the Americas is a popular Aquarium located in the heart of New Orleans. The air-conditioned aquarium is located at the foot of Canal St, near Woldenberg Park and next to the Canal St Ferry. Here you will enjoy seeing the more than 15000 specimens of fish, birds and reptiles in their natural habitat. Also, do watch the incredible specimens of Gulf species through the high windows that separate you from them.
Cost : Adults :$9.00; Children : $6.00

Audubon Zoo
6500 Magazine Street, New Orleans
Call (504) 581-4629 for more details.

Kids will be delighted to visit the Audubon Zoo. This Zoo is located close to the popular Aquarium of Americas. It is home to a variety of creatures whose native habitats span the globe. The animal list exceeds 1,500 specimens from amphibians to zebras, sea lions, elephants and an engaging collection of local creatures such as nutria and alligators. Prices are moderate. Open daily.
Cost : Adults : $4.75 Children : $4.50
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Other Attractions

Attractions in New Orleans
Steamboat Natchez Riverboat Cruise
#2 Canal Street, Suite 2500 , New Orleans.
Call (7013)-0-1587 for details and reservations.

If you're interested in being little adventurous then try a River Boat Cruise on the authentic Steamboat Natchez. ..Or if you plan to get married then come aboard romantic Natchez Cruise. Weddings are the specialty of this Cruise. Steamboat Natchez Riverboat Cruise will take complete care of your wedding. They have wedding planners who take care of every detail. The Natchez wedding planner will do your flowers, cake and entertainment and food all in one package. The Natchez Cruise liner is equipped with a majestic ballroom. This ballroom makes for a grand wedding venue. The Natchez Cruise liner can hold 20 to 100 people on board in comfort and have music and food prepared to your satisfaction. Wherever, on board, it will be an experience of a lifetime that will be cherished forever by all guests and you. You can't find a more exciting Southern wedding venue then this
Jackson Square
Jackson Square is one of the major tourist attractions in New Orleans. A former military parade site, it has served as the center of the city since 1721. Jackson Square is located in French Quarter-New Orleans's original focal point of tourist attraction. Adding color to the splendid Square are the assortment of street musicians, artists, fortune tellers and mimes doing their brisk business on Jackson's sidewalks.

Royal Carriages
1824 North Rampart Street, New Orleans
Call (504)-943-8820 for reservations

Royal Carriages is a popular carriage company in New Orleans. It is conveniently located on Decatur Street at Jackson Square and on the corner of St. Louis and Royal Streets. To get introduced to New Orleans in a intimate manner, enjoy a beautiful ride on one of the carriages from Royal Carriages. Their Quaint mule-drawn carriages will take you past many landmarks of New Orleans, including Bourbon Street, the mighty Mississippi, and Jackson Square. Royal Carriages also offer their services for weddings and conventions.
 
Attractions in New Orleans

Voodoo Spiritual Temple
Another interesting tourist attraction is the Voodoo Spiritual Temple. This temple is located on N Rampart St in the French Quarter. Here, Priestess Miriam Chamani primarily practices spiritual healing rituals based on Afro-American Voodoos. Her temple promotes neither white nor black magic, but instead focuses on 'true spiritual power for friendly people.' Drop by the small storefront temple to chat, pick up books on the occult or check out the small collection of art and artifacts from around the world.
Mardi Gras World
233 Newton Street, New Orleans
Call (800) 362-8213 for more details.

Mardi Gras World is a famous and fascinating point of attraction in New Orleans. It is the place where Mardi Gras is made. You'll see the artists as they build the floats for next year's Mardi Gras Festival.. It is New Orleans' showcase of carnival, with thousands of sensational sculptured props and breath-taking giant figures on display all year-round.
Tourists are encouraged to bring their cameras and picture themselves next to King Kong, Marilyn Monroe, the giant Bacchsaurus, and thousands of other props and sculptures.Check out Mardi Gras Festival for more details.

Harrah's Casino
1201 Saint Peter Street, New Orleans
Call (504) 533-6000 for reservations and details.

It is reportedly one of the Best Casinos in New Orleans. New Orleans's only mega-Casino Harrah is a located just step away from the French Quarter and along the mighty Mississippi River. It is spread over 100,000-sq.-ft. The Casino has a buzzing with excitement and New Orleans kind of atmosphere. You will enjoy trying your luck at the regular and fun-filled 2,900 slots and 117 table Casino.
Some of the games are -keno, poker ,slots, pow-gai and hundreds of other action-packed table games. Besides the exciting Casino games The specialty of Harrah's Casino is that it has a Total Rewards Giveaway, a program that allows the patron earnings from playing at the slots or the tables. Harrah's Casino of New Orleans also features a mini Mardi Gras parade each day, and tons of entertainment year-round


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Museums

New Orleans is largely influenced by the Spanish and French culture. There are many museums in the city that have preserved the memorials of these cultures. Check out some of these fascinating museums for an insight into the multi-cultural New Orleans.
Museums in New Orleans
National D-Day Museum
945 Magazine Street , New Orleans
Call (504) 527-6012 for details.
Visit the National D-day Museum's for an educative and fun-filled insight into the history of New Orleans. D-Day Museum celebrates the American spirit, the teamwork, courage and sacrifice of the men and women who won World War II and promotes the expression of these values to the future generations. Other fascinating exhibits at the D-day Museum are - The invasion of Normandy, the Home Front during WWII, and the D-Day Invasions in the Pacific. You will enjoy viewing the Exhibit galleries. These galleries incorporate text panels, artifacts, and Personal Account stations in which visitors may listen to the stories of WWII veterans and others who supported the war effort. Open daily.
New Orleans Historic Museum of Voodoo
724 Dumaine Street, New Orleans
Call (504) 523-7685 for more details.

R U interested in knowing about the occult, the unknown and the mysterious ..?. Then . you will be bewitched by the Museum of Voodoo. Museum of Voodoo preserves the Voodoo culture and techniques. Voodoo came to Louisiana from Santo Domingo during the slave uprising of 1790. Voodoo is a combination of religion, myth, practice and superstition. For fun you may try using some of the magic potions that have been used since ages for curing sickness, winning a lottery or for winning back lost love. Open daily.
Cost : Child : $14 Adult : $14
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New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA)
1 Collins Diboll Circle, New Orleans
Call (504)-488-2631 for more details.

New Orleans Museum of Art(NOMA) is a popular arts museum. It is located near the main entrance of City Park, New Orleans. You will enjoy viewing the splendid Art exhibits that are inclusive of -The jeweled treasures, particularly some of the famous eggs by Peter Carl Faberg� along with European and American painting, sculpture, drawings, prints, and photography. The museum holds one of the largest glass collections in the country and a large collection of Latin American colonial art. Open daily.
Cost: $6

Louisiana Children's Museum
420 Julia St., Warehouse District, New Orleans
Call (504)-523-1357 for more details.

Louisiana Children's Museum is a heritage warehouse located in the heart of New Orleans. It has a variety of activities for adults as well as kids. These activities and splendid exhibits are related to the field of art, music, theatre, science and math's. Definitely, a fun place to visit! ..Open daily.
Cost : US$6 (free to children younger than1 year).

Louisiana State Museum
751 Chartres, New Orleans
Call (504)-568-6968 for more details.

Louisiana State Museum is one of the most prominent heritage museums in New Orleans. It houses five properties in the French Quarter, inclusive of -The Cabildo, the Presbytere and the 1850 House, Madame John's Legacy at and the old U.S. Mint building.The Presbytere is now home to a permanent exhibit about Mardi Gras, called "Carnival Time in Louisiana." The 1850 House, also known as the Lower Pontalba, is furnished with period pieces. Guided tours are available. The Mint has become a jazz museum, complete with live performances, but also has a number of exhibits about the building itself. The fifth and oldest building in the collection is Madame John's Legacy. The Creole cottage, built in the late 18th century, holds a collection of Louisiana folk art. Open daily for visitors.
Cost : US$3-$7 for adults.

Landmarks

New Orleans does have some memorable landmarks which are have a historical significance. Some of these landmarks are :
Landmarks in New Orleans
Cities of the Dead
New Orleans
Call (504) 589-2636 for more details.

Interested in knowing the eerie and mysterious side of New Orleans..? Well yes there is ..New Orleans is home to many of the world-famous haunted mansions and beautiful cemeteries. The most popular landmark is the above-ground tombs in the cemeteries of New Orleans are often referred to as "Cities of the dead." Enter their gates and you will be greeted by decorative, rusty ironwork, and blinded by the sun bleached tombs. Crosses and statues on tomb tops cast contrasting shadows adding a sense of mystery.
Votive candles line tombs on holidays to remind you the Dead have living relatives that still care. The walls of these cemeteries are made up of economical vaults that are stacked on top of one another. The rich and wealthier families could afford the larger ornate tombs with crypts. Many family tombs look like miniature houses complete with iron fences. Due to the systematic arrangement of the tombs the New Orleans burial plots quickly became known as "Cites of the Dead". ..Be sure to go there in groups!!!
Riverwalk Canal & Julia Streets
New Orleans
Call (504) 522-1555 for details.

Riverwalk is a popular landmark of New Orleans. It is conveniently connected to the Convention Center and neighboring the Aquarium of the Americas. Riverwalk, New Orleans is home to some of the finest 120 stores, restaurants and shopping malls. These stores sell a variety of products ranging from designer wear to music, clothes, jewelry, sportswear and kids stuff.
Stores housed in Riverwalk are mostly up market and have the best tastes and styles in New Orleans. Some of the popular designer Stores include Abercrombie & Fitch, The Museum Company, Warner Bros. Studio Store, The Sharper Image, The Body Shop, Speedo Authentic Fitness, Baby Gap and The Discovery Channel Store. Prices range between Moderate to Expensive. Open daily for business.
Cost : Free

1850 House 523
St. Ann Street, New Orleans
Call (504) 523-3939 for more details.

1850 House is a remarkable landmark in New Orleans. It is a famous French-style townhouse. It has these splendid Pontalba Buildings, that surround Jackson Square on St. Ann and St. Peter Streets. These buildings were erected in 1850 by Spanish descendant Baroness Micaela Almonester de Pontalba. She was the daughter of colonial landowner Don Andres Almonester y Roxas. Also known as row-houses, these buildings were built to be both elegant residences and retail establishments.
1850 House is done up with tasteful interiors that depict middle class family life during the most prosperous period in New Orleans' history. The House is furnished with domestic goods, decorative arts and art of the period.
Cost : Adults : $8.00 Children : Free

St. Louis Cathedral
615 Pere Antoine Alley,New Orleans
Call (504) 525-9585 for more details

The Saint Louis Cathedral is a splendid landmark in New Orleans. It has a serene atmosphere. This beautiful French-style church dates since 1789. St. Louis Cathedral is the official seat for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. The Church is built of wood and stucco and has three spires. The clock on the cathedral's middle spire serves French Quarter residents and visitors as the "official" account of the earth's rotation. 10 large and marvelous stained-glass windows in the church's sanctuary visually describe the life and death of Louis IX, King of France. He was later canonized as a saint of the Catholic Church. Highlight of the Cathedral's existence was the visitation of Pope John Paul II in September l987, when crowds overflowed the huge church and the surrounding area. The Cathedral is also the used as a grand wedding venue by most couples who plan to marry.
Cost : Free

Cablido
701 Chartres Street, New Orleans
Call (504) 568-6968 for more details.

Cablido is a famous Historic Landmark. There's a fascinating history behind its existence. In 1803, transfer papers for the Louisiana Purchase- from the French empire to the U.S. were signed here. The Cabildo was constructed in 1795-99 as the seat of the Spanish municipal government in New Orleans. It was the residence of the Spanish colonial government. It now, exhibits a variety of exhibits that include the Louisiana artifacts as well as the death mask of Napoleon.
Cost : Adult : $4.00 Child : $4.00

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