Family-Friendly Attractions In New Orleans

Jackson Square

Artists & performers ply their trades in a park built in 1721 & lined with historic buildings.

New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

The National WWII Museum

Multi-building museum with interactive submarine exhibit, planes, 4-D theater & eatery downstairs.

945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

New Orleans City Park

This expansive urban greenspace with a lake & paths features a dog run, museums, disc golf & more. · Dogs allowed

New Orleans, LA, United States

Audubon Aquarium

Insect & marine life exhibits plus a 400,000-gallon tank with reefs, sharks & a walk-through tunnel.

1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

Audubon Park

Park with oak trees, jogging & bike paths, a lagoon, picnic shelters, tennis courts & playgrounds. · Dogs allowed

6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118, United States

Audubon Zoo

Leafy home to Amur leopards, orangutans & white alligators, with presentations & feedings.

6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118, United States

Louis Armstrong Park

31-acre park that's home to historic Congo Square & hosts concerts, films & other events. · Dogs allowed

701 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

Woldenberg Park

Riverfront park with 16 acres of green space, jogging paths & Mississippi river views.

1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

Mardi Gras World

Vast, 400,000-sq.-ft. complex where Mardi Gras floats are made & stored, with hourly tours.

1380 Port of New Orleans Pl, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

New Orleans Museum of Art

More than 40,000 pieces by global artists of various historical periods in a grand marble building.

1 Collins Diboll Cir, New Orleans, LA 70124, United States

St. Louis Cathedral

Grand, spired circa-1700s church with stained glass, a painted ceiling & an active congregation.

615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

The Escape Game New Orleans

233 N Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum

Two snug rooms packed with voodoo artifacts, plus a gift shop, both run by voodoo practitioners.

724 Dumaine St, New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

Audubon Insectarium

Interactive insect exhibits, bugs in action & an IMAX theater all in a U.S. Custom House.

1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

New Orleans Pharmacy Museum

Circa-1823 apothecary is now a museum with exhibits of early medicines, superstitious cures & more.

514 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

Louisiana Children's Museum

Indoor & outdoor interactive exhibits include an art studio & a mock cafe, plus play areas.

15 Henry Thomas Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124, United States

New Orleans Jazz Museum

Historic circa-1835 mint turned museum with coin exhibits & an upper-level jazz venue.

400 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

Lafayette Square

Small park that hosts concert series, inaugurations, weddings & Mardi Gras parade watching. · Dogs allowed

S Maestri St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

Tree of Life

East Dr, New Orleans, LA 70118, United States

Congo Square

Renowned former gathering place for slaves in Louis Armstrong Park now hosts concerts & events.

701 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

Carousel Gardens Amusement Park

Long-running amusement park featuring 16 rides, including an antique wooden carousel with horses.

7 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124, United States

JAMNOLA

2832 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70117, United States

Crescent Park

Compact park along the river offering trails, picnic areas & views of the city skyline. · Dogs allowed

Crescent Park Trail, 2300 N Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70117, United States

New Orleans Botanical Garden

Long-established gardens with exotic species including orchids & cacti, plus seasonal plant sales.

5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, United States

Audubon Riverview Park

Recreation area along the Mississippi River offering sports fields, a playground & picnic areas. · Dogs allowed

6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118, United States

Ogden Museum of Southern Art

Compact shop at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art selling books, artworks, crafts, clothing & more.

925 Camp St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

Escape My Room New Orleans

Interactive performance site with an Old South–vibe, hosting mystery-solving events by reservation.

1152 Camp St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

Clue Carré - New Orleans

830 Union St #101, New Orleans, LA 70112, United States

Marsalis Harmony Park

5.6-acre park featuring grassy areas, big shade trees, a playground & a popular monthly arts market. · Dogs allowed

8211 S Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118, United States

Storyland

Imaginative outdoor spot with colorful sculptures & playscapes in the shape of storybook characters.

5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124, United States

Washington Square

Dog-friendly, historic city park with a large shaded lawn, play structures & sculptures. · Dogs allowed

700 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117, United States

Longue Vue House & Gardens

Opulent 1940s mansion with period decor & art, plus gardens, ponds & fountains on an 8-acre estate.

7 Bamboo Rd, New Orleans, LA 70124, United States

The Presbytère

State museum with Hurricane Katrina & Mardi Gras exhibits in a former courthouse built in 1813.

751 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

The Historic New Orleans Collection

Museum made up of historic, restored buildings that offer exhibits & tours, plus a cafe.

520 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities

Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.

800 Webb St, New Orleans, LA 70121, United States

Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes & Culture

318 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70112, United States

Coliseum Square Park

Tranquil green space offering large trees, fountains, park benches & grassy picnic spots. · Dogs allowed

1708 Coliseum St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

Couturie Forest

Tranquil woodlands within a city park featuring waterways, native trees & diverse birds & wildlife. · Dogs allowed

1009 Harrison Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124, United States

The Cabildo

The Louisiana Purchase was signed in this 1790s landmark now housing a New Orleans history museum.

701 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

French Quarter Visitor Center

Center run by the National Park Service, with history exhibits, a gift shop & guided walking tours.

419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

Bloody Mary's Tours, Haunted Museum & Voodoo Shop

826 & 828 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

Vue Orleans Observation Deck

2 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

Washington Artillery Park

Outdoor space by the river featuring monuments, old artillery, artists & street performers. · Dogs allowed

768 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

The Skeleton House

6000 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118, United States

New Canal Lighthouse

Replica of the original lighthouse established in 1839 featuring a museum & education center.

8001 Lakeshore Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124, United States

BK Historic House and Gardens

Landmark home of prominent 19th-century figures featuring tours, a garden & antique doll collection.

1113 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

National park dedicated to jazz featuring concert & exhibit spaces plus workshops.

in, 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

McDonogh Oak

City Park Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, United States

The Moonwalk Riverfront Park

· Dogs allowed

New Orleans, LA 70116, United States

Confetti Park

· Dogs allowed

451 Pelican Ave, New Orleans, LA 70114, United States