Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Engaging and Fascinating Attractions in New Orleans

By Jamis Harrah


New Orleans is a favored vacation location, very often for visitors looking to experience Mardi Gras. But when Mardi Gras isn't going on, there are still plenty of fun things happening in New Orleans. Highlights of the attractions in New Orleans are Frenchman Street, Audubon Zoo, Jackson Square and the French Quarter.

Frenchmen Street

Frenchmen Street is New Orleans's entertainment district, where many locals spend weekends and evenings. It is 2 blocks of street performances, onstage music, diners, discos and watering holes. Frenchmen Street is home to 12 music bars, almost all of which are free to get into. The drinks at the bars are cheap but the bands like (and occasionally require) to be tipped well. Most restaurants are open for lunch, dinner and late night dining.

Audubon Zoo

The Audubon Zoo is home to whopping cranes, which are a declining species, as well as white tigers, sea lions, orangutans, leopards and white alligators. One favored attraction at the zoo is the Louisiana Swamp and Jaguar Jungle, which serves to educate visitors on the relationship humans have with nature. The Audubon Zoo has been labeled one of the very finest zoos in the U.S. When it comes the entertainment value.

Jackson Square

Found in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Jackson Square is a historic attraction named after Andrew Jackson, who was a hero in the Battle of New Orleans. Jackson Square houses several famous buildings, including two of the United State's oldest apartment buildings, Upper and Lower Pontalba Apartments. Jackson Square looks out over the Mississippi River and features restaurants, museums, retail shops and art galleries. Jackson Square is also home to the famous St. Louis Cathedral. Many local merchants display and sell their artwork at Jackson Square.

French Quarter

Found roughly one mile from the centre of New Orleans, the French Quarter features hotels, diners and shops, among other attractions. The French Quarter offers visitors guided tours where travelers can get to know the area's history. Street performers such as mimes, musicians, magicians, and jugglers can be discovered entertaining locals and holiday makers.




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