New Orleans, LA

Considered the birthplace of jazz, New Orleans is an ideal destination to enrich your  appreciation for jazz music as well as many other types of music exploration.  New Orleans is also brimming with educational museums, exciting attractions, Cajun/Creole restaurants, unique historical sites and culture.

Must-See Attractions
  • ​Audubon Zoo - See interesting local Louisiana creatures, as well as animals from all over the world. 
  • Blaine Kern’s Mardi Gras World - Visit the world of Mardi Gras, a must see in “Nawlins!”
  • Preservation Hall - As a cornerstone of New Orleans culture and music, this hall has inspired musicians for years.
  • National WWI Museum & Beyond All Boundaries - A unique and powerful 4-D movie that brings the history of WWII to life.
  • Honey Island Swamp Tour - Explore the land of the alligators and learn about the Wetlands.
  • French Quarter Walking Tour - See the old Quarter come to life as you learn about local food, art, culture and more!
  • ​Steamboat Natchez River Cruise
  • The French Market. Known as “America’s Oldest Public Market" in the Lower French Quarter, the district includes over 20 unique retail shops, restaurants, cafes, a flea market and a farmer’s market.
  • Laura Plantation Tour. Here you will get a view of daily life on an 18th- and 19th- century plantation, a cultural history of Louisiana’s Creole population, and an in-depth look at one extended Creole family. 
  • Rock N' Bowl - Enjoy dinner and a game of bowling in this exciting venue.
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Musical
​Experiences
  • Local University Clinic
  • Riverwalk Marketplace
  • Washington Artillery Park
  • St. Louis Cathedral
  • Jazz National Historic Park