7 Little Adventures You Never Knew You Could Have In New Orleans

Rent a kayak and paddle down Bayou St. John for a lovely day of fun in the sun. Architecture lovers will appreciate the houses lined up around the bayou and wildlife enthusiasts will have the opportunity to see tons of wildlife. To take a kayaking tour, check out our previous article here.

You may have taken a swamp tour during the day, but you’ll experience Louisiana’s wetlands in a completely new light (or lack thereof) with a nighttime swamp tour. Cajun Encounters has been a family owned and operated business for two decades, and they are one of the best in the business. To learn more, check out our previous article here.

The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden is located just outside of NOMA in City Park and is a delightful way to spend an hour or two of your day. There are more than 60 sculptures nestled along the footpaths and lagoons, collectively valued at $25 million. 1 Palm Dr., New Orleans, LA 70124.

A favorite among locals, you can book a tour and learn about how they create all the delicious rums and the history of Celebration Distillery, the oldest premium rum distillery in the United States. The 45 minute tour includes a welcome cocktail and you’ll also be able to taste some of their products. 2815 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70122.

You’ll have an epic night riding around the streets of New Orleans with a group of your friends. You’ll tour the city while stopping off at local bars to freshen up your drink and learn about the area. Nola City Lights is just one of many companies you can take a tour with and they’re located at 1369 Basin St., New Orleans, LA 70122.

History buffs and medical professionals will absolutely love touring this fascinating museum. The museum itself is located at the site of the first licensed apothecary shop in the city, and it’s filled with tons of early medicines and tools. The tour won’t take long at all, and you’ll come away with a great appreciation for how far we’ve come in the medical field. To learn more, check out our previous article here.