- TripBuzz found 67 things to do with kids in or near Gretna, Louisiana, including 57 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner and Barataria.
- From Area 51 Laser Tag to Gretna Heritage Playground, the Gretna area offers 55 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Sports Facilities/Fields, Hiking Trails and Laser Tag.
- Beckoning history buffs from around the world, the city of Gretna offers an abundance of small town charm and a rich German heritage. Situated along the west banks of the Mississippi River, the city is home to many waterfront shops and dining options as well as water recreation. Other points of interest include walking tours of the cities architecture and nearby museums.
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With 1300 acres, and 11 miles of lagoons, New Orleans City Park is one of the largest city parks in the US. Notable attractions and activities include a botanical garden, amusement park., art museum and sculpture garden, miniature golf and an antique carousel.
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Opened in 2012, John Ryan Stadium is a 139,205 square foot multipurpose stadium and home to Blue Jays. The field is made of artificial turf and can be converted for use of one sport to another with few adjustments.
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New Orleans is known for its widely varied music scene, but most consider Frenchmen Street to be the beating heart of the city's music culture. Live music is performed along the street with several famous music clubs featured as well, including Blue Nile and the Spotted Cat.
6.0 Miles
Cajun Critters Swamp Tour is a local tour operator which offers guided boat tours of the numerous bayous, swamps and marshes around the Mississippi river.
6.0 Miles
Ultimate Swamp Adventures is a local tour company which offers guided swamp tours of multiple bayous in Louisiana where visitors can explore the swamp's flora and fauna.
6.5 Miles
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7777 Westbank Expressway, Westwego, LA 70094
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Bayou Segnette State Park serves as a recreation destination providing access to nearby swamps and marshes where visitors can enjoy camping, boating, wildlife watching and more.
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Metaire Park contains a gym and a running path for visitors who wish to exercise. The location also contains picnic shelters and a playground area, making it a suitable location for a family outing.
6.9 Miles
Filled with nature trails, Pondicherry Wildlife Reserve offers visitors scenery of the ponds and mountains that make up the surrounding wetlands. The reserve is a popular spot for bird watching.
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East of Causeway Boulevard Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006
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Metairie's Camp Parapet Monument marks the location of a Civil War era military fortification once used by the Confederacy. The fort's powder magazine still stands, and is open for visitors to explore.
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A large renovated children's playset is the main focus of the Cleary Playground. The secluded park also caters to recreational sports with a small baseball field and an open grass area for football and soccer.