- 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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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.
7.1 Miles
Featuring performances acted out by students, Project Educational Theatre hosts plays with fairy tale themes like Jack and the Beanstalk, Hansel and Gretel, and more. The theatre brings plays to different schools so that children can receive performing arts education.
7.2 Miles
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6 votes
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.
7.3 Miles
The current structure known as St. Joseph Church & Gardens was built in 1927 according to the Spanish Baroque style. Adjacent to the church itself, visitors can wander through a serene meditation garden with landscaped plants and several benches.
7.5 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.
7.6 Miles
As a bingo hall, Gretna Bingo Palace hosts 27 games weekly and features hand held bingo screens to mark cards. Visitors will receive a complimentary card to play with on their birthday.
7.8 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.
8.3 Miles
100%
1 votes
2301 Belle Chasse Highway, Gretna, LA 70053
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At Mel Ott Park & Recreation Center, visitors can enjoy outdoor activities like soccer, basketball, and baseball. There are several sports fields, as well as a covered picnic areas that can be used to barbecue at.
8.6 Miles
Featuring a 10,000 square foot facility, Westbank Gymnastics Club hosts gymnastics classes for children of all skill levels. The club has gymnastic equipment like vaults, a foam pit, bars, and pads to practice on.
8.7 Miles
Louisiana International Marine, L.L.C. is a family owned and operated marine transportation