Posted in Louisiana Nature, Parks & Gardens April 14, 2016 by

13 Amazing Field Trips Every Louisianian Took As A Kid…And Should Retake Now

Do you remember when you were a kid and it was field trip day at school? Wasn’t that just the most exciting thing in the world? We’ve found some amazing field trips you can take in the Louisiana area—whether you have kids or not. These are the best places to take field trips in Louisiana, and the most kid-friendly places in Louisiana:

1. Acadian Village, 200 Greenleaf DrLafayette, LA
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This amazing taste of Cajun culture is sure to delight all of your kid's senses.
2. Alexandria Kid’s TREE House Museum1403 3rd StAlexandria, LA
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A smaller destination than some on this list, but a place full of heart and wonder that will ignite your spirit of exploration.
3. TABASCO Pepper Sauce Factory, Avery Island
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There's something for everyone at Avery Island, from a close-up look at the manufacturing of Tabasco sauce to a huge array of flora and fauna in Jungle Gardens.
4. Louisiana Children’s Museum, 420 Julia St., New Orleans, LA
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This incredible children's museum gives kids the opportunity to let their imaginations run wild while learning all along.
5. T.R.E.E.: Teaching Responsible Earth Education, 4714 Earhart Blvd, Ste DNew Orleans, LA
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This organization sponsors incredible programs to help children discover their inner connection to nature and the outside world.
6. Young Chefs Academy 7970 Jefferson Hwy, Ste EBaton Rouge, LA
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For the budding chef in your family there's nothing quite like a day at this academy.
7. Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA
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This monkey is just one of the incredible animals you can feast your eyes on here.
8. Global Wildlife Center, 26389 Highway 40Folsom, LA
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Get a taste of what a real-life safari experience could be like by visiting this center.
9. Sci Port: Louisiana’s Science Center, 820 Clyde Fant PkwyShreveport, LA
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Your little science lover will go crazy for all of the awesome exhibits here.
10. The National WWII Museum, 945 Magazine St., New Orleans
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One of the most amazing museums in the state, the WWII Museum is filled with incredible artifacts as well as actual aircraft used in the war.
11. Louisiana's Old State Capitol, 100 North Blvd, Baton Rouge
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This view alone is enough to inspire a visit to this amazing building filled with Louisiana history.
12. Poverty Point World Heritage Site, 6859 Highway 577Pioneer, LA
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One of the most ancient archeological sites in North America, a visit here will simply blow you away.
13. LSU Rural Life Museum, 4560 Essen LnBaton Rouge
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There's so much to do and see at this LSU museum, giving visitors a real sense of what rural life in Louisiana has always been.

These amazing places to take your kids in Louisiana are truly special aren’t they? Do you remember visiting places like this when you were a kid? Let us know about your experiences! We love to hear your feedback.

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