Things To Do In New Orleans On The Water

Jun 14
11:00

2012

Abraham Avotina

Abraham Avotina

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What types of things to do in New Orleans can you enjoy on the water?

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The fabulous city of New Orleans is located on the water and there are many amazing things to do with your family in this beautiful city. These things to do in New Orleans can include many adventures on land and on or near the water.

One of these things do in New Orleans on the water includes a romantic tour on the steamboat Natchez. It is New Orleans' only historic steamboat and only one of the six that are still in operation on the Mississippi River corridor. Some of the highlights of your cruise are amazing views of the city,Things To Do In New Orleans On The Water Articles authentic Louisiana meals prepared and served on board in the buffet style, an engine room that could be in a museum, authentic paddle wheel, and live jazz music.

Not only could you enjoy the Natchez steamboat for a romantic dinner, but you could also enjoy a harbor cruise where you can enjoy the many sights and sounds of life along the river that brings history alive. On this cruise you will steam past the battlefield where Colonel Andrew Jackson was joined by the legendary pirate, Jean Lafitte, when they fought against the British in the Battle of New Orleans. The typical luncheon style menu usually includes legendary New Orleans favorites, such as gumbo, red beans, and bread pudding served with iced tea to drink.

When you are finished with your steamboat ride, you can enjoy a swamp and bayou tour where you can view the many alligators, raccoons, snakes, native birds in their natural habitat. On this tour you can also learn the history of the region and how gumbo is made. Your personalized tour will be narrated by a native of the Louisiana bayous, who will give you a tour from the perspective of the local people.

Things to do in New Orleans on the water could also include an airboat ride on the bayous around Cajun country. The tour could include sightings of all types of local wildlife, such as alligators, catfish, and nutrias, then you will get a historic view of old New Orleans from the antebellum Destrehan Plantation. The tour guides know the area and will often allow you to hold a baby alligator or feed the giant catfish that are found in the region.

Any of these tours could also be combined with any of the other fabulous sights and in and around New Orleans for a fabulous, unforgettable, and memorable family vacation.

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