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Free Things to Do in New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Relax on the banks of Bayou St. John
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Watch canoes, paddleboards and other non-motorized watercrafts float along the bayou. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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👍Watch the sunset from Lakeshore Drive
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Benches look out over beautiful Lake Pontchartrain on Lakeshore Drive. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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Wander through the Garden District
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Admire the beautiful mansions and wrought iron fences and balconies throughout the Garden District neighborhood. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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Gallery Hop in the Arts and Warehouse District
Julia St
New Orleans, LA
Explore Gallery Row and the unique artwork, sculptures and photographs that adorn the walls. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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People Watch at Jackson Square
701 Decatur St
New Orleans, LA
Monday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
At the lively heart of the French Quarter, you never know who you’ll see. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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See the Historic New Orleans Collection
520 Royal St
New Orleans, LA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday:
10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
The Historic New Orleans Collection offers free tours exploring Black history, the history of the French Quarter and more. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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Peruse the French Market
1008 N Peters St
New Orleans, LA
Monday:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Take a Tour of the Saint Louis Cathedral
615 Pere Antoine Alley
New Orleans, LA
Monday:
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The historic church is open to the public and worth visiting for its beauty alone. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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Take a free tour by foot!
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Choose from multiple types of tours and learn about the ghosts, architecture and history of the city. (link above). Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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Visit the Lower 9th Ward Living Museum
1235 Deslonde St
New Orleans, LA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday:
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Sunday:
12:00 – 5:00 PM
A labor of love, the Lower 9th Ward Living Museum was founded and curated by Ms. Leona Tate - one of the four little girls who desegregated public schooling in the United States. The six-room house museum tells the history of New Orleans’ Lower 9th Ward through the perspective and voices of those who live there. It is a true hidden gem, and completely free. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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Wander along Woldenberg Riverfront Park
1 Canal St
New Orleans, LA
Monday:
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday:
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday:
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
From Canal Street to the Moon Walk along the French Quarter, stroll down the riverfront and watch ships of all kinds ply the Mighty Mississippi. Also on the riverfront, Crescent Park offers stellar city views, accessed just past the French Market at Elysian Fields. You can go all the way to the Bywater. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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Meander around one of the city’s many farmers markets
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Take in a cooking demonstration or two. The Crescent City Farmers Market comes to different New Orleans neighborhoods on different days each week. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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Familiarize yourself with New Orleans history
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Read the historic plaques that are scattered on noteworthy buildings and public art all over the city. Whether it’s the homes of New Orleans’ most important Jazz musicians, or learning more about the history of enslaved people throughout city with the New Orleans Slave Trade Marker App, there are a wealth of educational opportunities to explore for free. Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here:
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Window Shop!
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Wander down Royal and Chartres streets to admire art, antiques and oddities.Wander Magazine Street, famous for its eclectic shops and cozy eateries.Check out our Free Things to do in NOLA right Now" Guide here: