With the Mardi Gras mayhem, vibrant bar scene and iconic culinary scene, its easy to forget the adventures that await in the abundant green spaces in and around New Orleans.
Surrounded by water and shaded by ancient oak trees, the Crescent City is perfect for those who love being outdoors.
Whether exploring by foot, or by bike visitors can escape the traffic by taking the short, scenic Lafitte Greenway from the French Quarter to City Park. In Uptown, Audubon Park is famous for the spectacular collection of live oaks which offer shade on a sunny day.
Bike Tours and rentals are ideal for exploring the local neighborhoods of New Orleans, with many offerings delving into areas such as architecture, street art and local food. Visitors can take a ferry from New Orleans across to Algiers Point to discover this quiet and historic neighborhood, and to capture the best images of the New Orleans skyline.
Kayaking along the bayou is a spring and summertime favorite, with Mid-City among the prime spots for visitors looking to soak up the sun paddling, either on a guided tour or by renting equipment.
Swamp tours immerse visitors in the true beauty that surrounds New Orleans, offering the opportunity to get up close to Louisiana’s vast wetland ecosystems and the chance to spot alligators, turtles, and birds. From kayaks to airboats, there’s a variety of tours to choose from.
New Orleans offers a range of approachable public golf courses in locations Uptown and down. From the natural habitat and wetlands of TPC Louisiana, home to the annual Zurich Classic stop on the PGA tour, to the Uptown Golf Club at Audubon Park.
