Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport 47 min
Hilltop Arboretum (17 min) This 14-acre garden with a wide array of trees is free to visit & hosts frequent events & programs. Blue Bayou Water Park (12 min) All-ages water park featuring 20 attractions including a kids-only area & multistory water slides. Highland Road Community Park (16 min) Scenic recreation spot offering basketball, tennis, baseball, rugby, disc golf & archery facilities. Jambalaya Park (15 min) LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens (16 min) 5 mi. of tranquil walking paths, a rose garden & a wetlands area in a relaxed setting. River Road African American Museum (28 min) J Leo Stevens Park Playground (16 min) Kidz Kove Discovery Park (14 min) Houmas House and Gardens (16 min) Circa-1840 Greek revival mansion & plantation that includes gardens, lodging & elegant restaurants. BREC's Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center (21 min) Large facility surrounded by wildlife & plants houses live animal exhibits plus mineral displays. Highland Road Park Observatory (14 min) Jimmy Swaggart Ministries (19 min) Louisiana State University Rural Life Museum (17 min) Plantation complex of historic buildings preserves 1800s life with artifacts, exhibits & tours. |