scpv Posted September 10, 2017 #1 Share Posted September 10, 2017 We will be in New Orleans in December prior to our cruise. We only have 1 full day. What are some must dos/sees? Also it must be kid friendly. Our kids aren't little so some walking is fine. Thanks in advance! Sent from my SM-S903VL using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dctravel Posted September 15, 2017 #2 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Among the popular attractions in close proximity to the port are the WWII Museum, the aquarium, the insectarium, the river boat cruises to Jean Lafita National Park, tours of the French Quarter and general exploring on your own. If you explore on your own, I recommend the French Market, Royal street for its art galleries and shops, and Jackson Square. If you want to go further afield for food or activities, I or others can recommend them too. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nessachelle Posted September 15, 2017 #3 Share Posted September 15, 2017 I second Jackson Square and the Fremch Market. Also Cafe Du Monde for coffee and beignets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet524 Posted October 11, 2017 #4 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Check toursbylocals.com. They have several interesting walking tours of the French Quarter, St. Louis cemetery, etc. No fixed fee. At the end you pay what you think it was worth. Sent from my Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70F using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geeko1 Posted October 11, 2017 #5 Share Posted October 11, 2017 There are a gazillion (estimated) posts on this very topic you can look through. Is there a reason why you're repeating this question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RogueMonk Posted October 12, 2017 #6 Share Posted October 12, 2017 There are a gazillion (estimated) posts on this very topic you can look through. Is there a reason why you're repeating this question. Eat a snickers, grumpy. [YOUTUBE]UQnD0X2cQmo[/YOUTUBE] 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyCapn Posted October 12, 2017 #7 Share Posted October 12, 2017 Eat a snickers, grumpy. Brilliant. Related: this site needs like/dislike and helpful/unhelpful buttons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geeko1 Posted October 12, 2017 #8 Share Posted October 12, 2017 Brilliant. Related: this site needs like/dislike and helpful/unhelpful buttons. The idea that eating a Snickers will answer the OPers question is silly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geeko1 Posted October 12, 2017 #9 Share Posted October 12, 2017 Brilliant. Related: this site needs like/dislike and helpful/unhelpful buttons. The idea that eating a Snickers will answer the OPers question is silly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgmpuma Posted October 12, 2017 #10 Share Posted October 12, 2017 For local events (many of them free): http://www.bestofneworleans.com For music venues: http://www.wwoz,org Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Saint Greg Posted October 12, 2017 #11 Share Posted October 12, 2017 http://www.freetoursbyfoot.com/new-orleans-tours/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgmpuma Posted October 13, 2017 #12 Share Posted October 13, 2017 If you are here around Christmas: http://www.fqfi.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie MeMe Posted October 22, 2017 #13 Share Posted October 22, 2017 Just out of NOLA on a land tour. Had a great time. Warning that Bourbon Street is currently 10/17 being completely torn up to install new water pipes. Hard to stroll up and down. Royal Street was nicer for walking. We stayed in Royal Sonesta — Several specials due to the construction. It was so great to be right in the middle of everything. Within 2-3 blocks we ate at Red Fish. Curio . Broussard’s. Many others also but we just walked up and looked at menus. We had lovely food for less than $30 per meal without alcohol. The WW2 museum is fantastic. Well worth 4 hours or so. Senior fee is $23. Well done with lots of AV displays. Follow a soldier/sailor for personal slant to experience. My father was in WW2 so even more interesting. For music I suggest going to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Free. Check the schedule for concerts and Ranger led activities. It was so great the day we went. Rangers are all musicians and can tell you where to find jazz that day/night. Just down from Cafe du Monde and their powder sugared treats. Nearby is the paddle steamer Natchez with several cruises a day. Hope you love NOLA as much as we did. Lots to do many choices. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloemonkey Posted November 4, 2017 #14 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Brilliant. Related: this site needs like/dislike and helpful/unhelpful buttons. Totally agree! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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