- TripBuzz found 67 things to do with kids in or near Marrero, Louisiana, including 64 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Orleans, Metairie, Gretna and Kenner.
- From Jean Lafitte Swamp Tours to Louisiana Tour Company, the Marrero area offers 54 different types of family activities, including: Airboat Tours, Neighborhoods, Parks and Theaters.
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6601 Leo Kerner Lafitte Parkway, Marrero, LA 70072
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Jean Lafitte is a local tour operator which organizes a number of guided swamp and airboat tours of Louisiana backcountry where visitors can view the exotic flora and fauna.
10.8 Miles
Louisiana Tour Company is a local family-run tour company which offers a range of guided swamp and plantation tours of the Oak Alley and Laura Plantation as well as airboat and ghost tours.
0.8 Miles
Jefferson Parish is a parish that has a total area of 665-square-miles, 370-square-miles of which is water. The parish is home to Lake Pontchartrain as well as the parts of the Mississippi River.
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Africa, Asia, the Australian Outback, and the Louisiana swamps converge at the Audubon Zoo. Over 1,500 species call the institution home with a great deal of emphasis on the creation and preservation of naturalistic habitats for the animals.
2.4 Miles
Opulent mansions and luxurious gardens are the foundation of the Garden District. Southern charm flows from countless antebellum homes with some of them being currently owned by Hollywood stars like Sandra Bullock and Nicholas Cage.
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519 Huey P. Long Avenue, Gretna, LA 70053
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The German-American Cultural Center was founded in 1990 in the National Register Historic District of the city which was first settled by German immigrants in the 1880s. The center interprets the contribution of German immigrants through exhibits, programs, and educational activities.
2.5 Miles
Owned and maintained by the City of Gretna, the Gretna Heritage Playground features a large play area with structures and equipment suitable for children of all ages. The playground also has benches for parents to sit.
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Constructed since 1712, the Gretna Green Blacksmith Shop was famous for being the favorite eloping place for couples. It now host weddings and can also be rented.
2.6 Miles
Devoted to preserving and celebrating the history and culture of the Gretna area, the Gretna Historical Society preserves historic buildings, maintains archives and collections, and hosts a variety of programs and special events.
2.8 Miles
1539 Lafayette St, Ste B, Gretna, LA 70053
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Area 51 Laser Tag offers an exciting experience for all ages, specializing in premier birthday parties. The center features laser tag, PS3 and PC gaming stations, as well as food and drink service.