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Family-Friendly Day Trips from New Orleans
The New Orleans area is packed with unique, educational, and fun destinations that the whole family can enjoy—no passport required! Whether you're new to the area or just searching for new weekend adventures close to home, there are plenty of day trips that offer entertainment, enrichment, and a chance to reconnect with nature, history, and each other. Share some family bonding time on day trips to these fascinating locations, not far from New Orleans homes for sale, that are recommended by our real estate agents.
- Abita Mystery House - 22275 Hwy. 36, Abita Springs, LA 70420
While the original name was the UCM Museum, today this popular attraction is known as the Abita Mystery House. Structures at this quirky museum, less than an hour's drive from NOLA, include a vintage service station and a 100-year-old Creole house. Inspired by New Mexico's Tinkertown Museum, founder John Preble used more than 50,000 found and recycled objects to create folk art in unique displays. Abita Mystery House is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and admission is $5 for ages 6 and up. - Dr. Wagner's Honey Island Swamp Tours - 41490 Crawford Landing Dr., Slidell, LA 70461
Experience one of Louisiana's fabled swamps as the earliest inhabitants did. Dr. Wagner's Honey Island Swamp Tours provide an up-close look at a pristine wilderness area, only an hour away from New Orleans, that has remained largely untouched. Named for the honeybees that were once seen on a nearby island, Honey Island Swamp is home to wildlife such as alligators, red wolves, and a bald eagle nest dating back more than a century. Some visitors even claim to have spotted a Bigfoot-type creature! Morning and afternoon tours are scheduled daily, with tickets ranging from $23-$64. - Louisiana Hwy. 22
When you're in the mood for a scenic and relaxing road trip, head out on Louisiana Hwy. 22. The east-west route extends just over 70 miles from one end to the other, but the most picturesque segment is the 35-mile stretch between Mandeville and Livingston Parish. Lush forests and stunning landscapes line both sides of the road, and you can stretch your legs with a walk in charming towns such as Maurepas, Springfield, and Ponchatoula. Other notable sites include the Lake Maurepas Swamp. - Andouille Trail
Many family memories revolve around food. Have fun exploring the finer points of one of Louisiana's iconic food products as you follow the Andouille Trail. For a special treat, visit the places where you can see andouille being made and sample some of the finished product. For example, Jacob's World Famous Andouille has been featured on Emeril Cooks. Family-owned since 1928, Jacob's offers free tours of their smokehouse along with samples of their award-winning andouille. - Baton Rouge
As the capital city of Louisiana, located approximately 90 minutes from New Orleans, Baton Rouge provides a fascinating blend of history, culture, and nature. Must-sees in "Red Stick" include the Old State Capital, a National Historic Landmark, and the Capital Park Museum, with exhibits tracing the history and highlights of Louisiana. Challenge family members to spot the highest number of birds and wildlife at Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center and participate in hands-on STEAM exhibits at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum. When hunger strikes, BLDG 5 is serving lunch, mid-day snacks, and dinner out on their patio.
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