- Our list of the best things to do in Metairie, Louisiana, features the top 91 nearby activities — including 41 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Metairie, LA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sights & Landmarks, and Tours.
- The results below include the top 19 things to do within the city of Metairie, LA , followed by 72 popular activities in nearby cities, including New Orleans, Gretna, Kenner, Barataria, Marrero, Westwego, LaPlace, Lafitte, Jefferson, River Ridge and Slidell
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44.6 Miles
Southdown Plantation House is a museum that offers guided tours of a 19th century sugar plantation manor house and slave quarters. The plantation features a gift shop and a pavilion for hosting parties and special events.
44.8 Miles
Among the animals which found a home at the Global Wildlife Center, the visitor can see giraffes, antelopes, kangaroos, and zebras. A gift shop is found on the site.
45.3 Miles
Founded in 1991, the Pontchartrain Vineyards offer the visitor the opportunity of picnicking, with a taste of their wine specialties. They can host private events, such as weddings.
45.3 Miles
The Crosby Arboretum is a botanical garden dedicated to educating the public about the environment by preserving, protecting, and displaying plants native to the Pearl River Drainage Basin. Attractions include several exhibits, educational programs, and a 104-acre interpretive site.
45.4 Miles
A renowned training program, the James Academy of Gymnastics provides instruction for both cheerleaders and gymnasts. Additionally, the facility has open gym times and can be rented for private parties or group gatherings.
45.5 Miles
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3109 Southdown Mandalay Road, Houma, LA 70360
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Explore Louisiana's famed swamps on a guided excursion courtesy of A Cajun Man's Swamp Cruise. All tours are led by experienced guides who are seasoned hovercraft pilots. Reservations are required.
45.9 Miles
Alexander & Victor Fine Art is an art gallery and dealer who supplies wholesale fine art to larger galleries all over America. The company represents a wide array of accomplished and renowned artists.
46.0 Miles
Covering 75 acres, the Splendor Farms can host private events, such as birthday parties. Among the attractions, besides the horseback riding, in here there is also a petting zoo. Lodging is available for those wishing to prolong their stay.
47.0 Miles
The Silver Slipper Casino features over 1,000 slots machines, 25 table games, and 5 table poker rooms. It has 3 dining facilities and an RV camping site.
47.6 Miles
A 4,416 acre refuge, the swampy Mandalay National Wildlife Refuge contains rare wildlife like the American alligator and bald eagle as well as migratory and wading birds, raptors and waterfowl. It is accessible only by boat.