Get up close with sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles. Walkthrough a 30-foot-long tunnel surrounded by a 132,000-gallon tank filled with aquatic life. Touchpools and interactive exhibits will engage kids of all ages.
Stroll the cobblestone streets of the historic neighborhood and dip your toes into the city's vibrant culture. Enjoy street performers and musicians. Stop at Café Du Monde for beignets and coffee. Visit Jackson Square and take the kids on a horse-drawn carriage ride.
Learn about the history of Mardi Gras and see the parade floats up close. Take a guided tour and learn about the creation and design of the elaborate costumes. Kids will love the interactive exhibits and king cake samples.
Spend a day outside at the 1,300-acre public park. Rent bikes and ride through the oak trees. Play putt-putt or enjoy a gondola ride. Explore the New Orleans Museum of Art and Sculpture Garden. Take a ride on the century-old Carousel Gardens amusement park.
Experience New Orleans from the Mississippi River and enjoy a two-hour steamboat ride. Enjoy live jazz music and a creole buffet. Kids can learn about the steamboat's history and architecture.
If you have more time, consider visiting the National WWII Museum or the Audubon Zoo. For less time, skip Mardi Gras World. Wear comfortable walking shoes and stay hydrated in the New Orleans heat. Take a streetcar for a historic mode of transportation.