Free & Cheap Things to Do in Gretna, LA

  • The list below includes 63 free or cheap things to do in or near Gretna, Louisiana, including 54 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Sports Facilities/Fields, Hiking Trails and Laser Tag.
  • From Gretna City Park to Gretna Heritage Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gretna and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner and Barataria.
  • The list below includes 63 free or cheap things to do in or near Gretna, Louisiana, including 54 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Sports Facilities/Fields, Hiking Trails and Laser Tag.
  • From Gretna City Park to Gretna Heritage Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gretna and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner and Barataria.
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43.8 Miles
88% 1752 votes
Historic Sites 3645 Hwy. 18, Vacherie, LA 70090 MoreLess Info
Named after its canopied alley lined with ancient oaks, Oak Alley Plantation is a historic Creole plantation dating back to early 19th century.
44.2 Miles
100% 50 votes
Bike Paths Abita Springs, LA MoreLess Info
Running for 31 miles, the Tammany Trace can be used by hikers, bikers, and horseback riders, and connects 5 cities in the area.
45.2 Miles
88% 152 votes
Farms & Ranches 41083 West Yellow Water Road, Hammond, LA 70403 MoreLess Info
Kliebert's Turtle & Alligator Farm is home to over 300 alligators and thousands of turtles placed in their natural habitat which, in turn, can be explored on foot via the Swamp People trail. Visitors can also feed the animals under supervision.
45.3 Miles
80% 177 votes
National & State Parks 1150 South Beach Blvd, Waveland, MS 39576 MoreLess Info
Year round, visitors to the Buccaneer State Park can enjoy the waves of the Gulf of Mexico for body surfing and rafting. Campers also find full-site hookups at this park.
45.5 Miles
100% 28 votes
Colleges & Universities 906 East First Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301 MoreLess Info
Founded relatively recently in 1948, Nicholls State University is a public university known for its variety of distance learning programs. The location, which features a library with 245,000 books, including 61,000 e-books, competes in the Division I Football Championship Subdivision.
45.6 Miles
82% 33 votes
Specialty Museums 7910 Park Ave, Houma, LA MoreLess Info
Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum is a public facility overlooking a bayou and is home to a range of informative historical exhibits about the local culture, history and a variety of industries which flourished here.
45.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
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The Patio

Music Venue 301-399 Belanger Street, Houma, LA 70360 MoreLess Info
The Patio is an upscale cocktail bar featuring high quality mixed drinks, a comfortable atmosphere, and live music. Select tapas and food are available daily. Wine Wednesday and Live Music Saturdays are frequent specials.
45.8 Miles
72% 119 votes
National & State Parks Admiral Craik Drive, Grand Isle, LA 70358 MoreLess Info
Grand Isle State Park is a barrier island which offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities such as beach-combing, boating, fishing, camping and more.
45.8 Miles
Bayou Country Children's Museum provides children and adults with a fun and educational hands-on experience. The museum features an array of exhibits that teaches young visitors about the Cajun culture, food, agriculture, music and festivals.
45.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Botanical Gardens 370 Ridge Road, Picayune, MS 39466 MoreLess Info
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.
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