
A weekend of family fun doesn't have to break the bank; there are several free or inexpensive events around New Orleans this June. If you want to enjoy great food, live music, or beautiful local parks, our real estate agents have several recommendations on fun experiences and unique things to do. Here are some budget-friendly ways to make the most out of your weekends around town.
- Free Tours By Foot - 2613 Laurel Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
If you want to see all the great things New Orleans has to offer, check out Free Tours By Foot. These guides will take you along the French Quarter and the Garden District, and they also host ghost and pub crawls. Tours start from various locations and reservations are required. Tours are free, but guides do accept gratuities. The tours might even take you by some beautiful New Orleans homes for sale.
- Historic New Orleans Collection - 520 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Learn all about the rich history of New Orleans with a stop by the Historic New Orleans Collection, a museum dedicated to the people, places, and traditions of the city and the Gulf South. Explore tons of galleries loaded with art, historic documents, and artifacts. Admission is free, but the museum does encourage you to sign up for a timed-entry ticket online. Don't forget to swing by one of these New Orleans open houses on your way home.
- Live Music In The French Quarter - New Orleans, LA
You don't have to go far to find live music in New Orleans. Just take a stroll through the French Quarter, and you'll find plenty of street musicians. You can also walk along Frenchmen Street and check out a variety of historic live music venues. With many local and nationally touring acts performing nearly every night, you're sure to find something you enjoy.
- City Park - New Orleans, LA
You can easily spend an entire weekend afternoon at City Park. One of the city's best free amenities, this park has live music, art installations, trails, and much more. There are several playgrounds where the kids can play and plenty of shady seating for adults. It's also a popular place for boating, biking, fishing, and disc golf. If you get hungry, there are six great restaurants in and around the park.
- Audubon Louisiana Nature Center - 11000 Lake Forest Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70128
This gorgeous nature preserve offers walking trails and boardwalks that allow you to stroll through beautiful forestland right in the middle of the city. You're sure to experience plenty of wildlife at the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, including turtles, alligators, swamp rabbits, and many different types of birds and insects. The kids will love the immersive experiences and interactive exhibits.
New Orleans' amazing activities and amenities are sure to keep you busy all summer long. Thinking about buying or selling a home this year? Contact us today.