Posted in New Orleans
August 06, 2018
5 Underrated Places In New Orleans That Even Natives Have Never Heard Of
New Orleans is full of historical attractions, kid-friendly venues, restaurants, and more. With so many great attractions right in our backyard, it can be easy to overlook some of the lesser know, underrated places. You may not have heard of some of these places, but we guarantee they’re worth visiting.
We’re aware that these uncertain times are limiting many aspects of life as we all practice social and physical distancing. While we’re continuing to feature destinations that make our state wonderful, we don’t expect or encourage you to go check them out immediately. We believe that supporting local attractions is important now more than ever and we hope our articles inspire your future adventures! And on that note, please nominate your favorite local business that could use some love right now: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nominate/
Built in 1840, St. Patrick’s Church is a stunning chuck tucked away on Camp Street. This National Historic Landmark has a truly impressive interior that will dazzle you. 724 Camp St., New Orleans, LA 70130.
This casual eatery nestled in Mid-City is just the ticket when you are looking for an authentic Creole meal. The menu is filled with delicious Creole and Cajun cuisine using family recipes, and once you try them you’ll become a lifelong customer. 3340 Bienville St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70119.
For comedy lovers, there’s no better spot in the city. Head on over to St. Claude to watch some of the funniest comedians in the city, performing shows on Friday and Saturday nights.
2706 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117
So locals have probably heard of Longue Vue, but have you ever been? The gardens are simply a delight to walk through, and a tour of the house will give you insight into the original owners and their impact on the city. 7 Bamboo Rd., New Orleans, LA 70124.
This amazing sound art installation will bring out the inner rockstar in you. This family-friendly attraction allows visitors the chance to make their own music using their surroundings, from window shutters to doors. It’s a great place to inspire creativity, and often has live performances. They open back up to the public in September, so be sure to check out their website to stay up to date on their schedule. 4557 N. Rampart Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70117.
How many of these places have you been to? Let us know in the comments below!
