Things To see & Do St. Joseph & Felicity Plantation stjosephplantation.com / 3535 Hwy. 18, Vacherie, 70090 / 225-265-4078 Authentic tour of a working sugar-cane plantation, family-owned since 1877. Birthplace of acclaimed architect H. H. Richardson. Explore original slave cabins and exhibits of early life on St. Joseph Plantation. Annual "Mourning Tour" runs Oct. 1-Nov. 3 depicting 19th century Creole mourning customs. — Outside Metro Area Steamboat NATCHEZ steamboatnatchez.com / Toulouse Street Pixie Dust Biodegradable Glitter and the Mississippi River, NO, 70130 / 504-569-1401, 800-233-2628 Three daily cruises aboard the last authentic steamboat on the Mississippi River feature live jazz, captain's narration, optional Creole cuisine and panoramic views from indoor and outdoor spaces. Book direct to upgrade with a drink package. — French Quarter pixiedust.eco / 824 Chartres St., NO, 70116 / 504-434-0832 Book an eco-friendly Sparkle Station for your next celebration. Let a professional glitter artist add a touch of magic to the faces of your party guests. Our business not only embodies glitter and glamour, but upholds sustainable values. Our glitter is plant-based, plastic-free and biodegradable. — French Quarter PSYCHICS Independence St. Nola independencestnola.com / NO, 70130 / 912-220-3802 Offers astrology and tarot readings to answer questions and for team-building. SPECIALTY EXPERIENCES Church Mouse Forge churchmouseforge.com / 1157 Eagle St., NO, 70118 / 504-635-5805 Small artisanal blacksmith shop offering custom hardware, made-to-order tools, unique housewares, custom knives, and hand-wrought iron. Also offering beginner blacksmithing classes and knifemaking classes. — Garden District/Uptown Swamp Lotus swamplotusnola.com / Metairie, 70003 / 504-430-6678 Enjoy a break from your busy trip schedule, find serenity, and discover the beauty of native habitats around New Orleans. Certified guides will take you through a series of meditative sensory-based activities in nature, fostering connection, relaxation, and rejuvenation. The forest awaits you. New Orleans Psychic Medium Cari Roy Tijon neworleanspsychic.com / 935 Gravier St., Suite 1000, NO, 70112 / 504-942-5545, 877-774-6652 Available for in-person and phone psychic and medium readings, plus special events, bachelorette parties, speaking engagements, and team-building. Offers house/business cleansings and blessings. Named No. 1 psychic medium to see in New Orleans by travelchannel. com and recommended best psychic medium to see in the U.S. by bbcamerica. com. — Central Business District tijon.com / 631 Toulouse St., NO, 70130 / Community Sailing New Orleans nolacommunitysailing.org / 101 N. Roadway St., NO, 70124 / 504-233-3292 Community Sailing New Orleans offers a variety of programs for youth, adult, and adaptive sailors. With a newly opened Sailing Center, CSNO offers classroom and meeting spaces, as well as opportunities for specialized sailing experiences. — Lakeview/Lakefront 504-428-8422 Create your own perfume/ cologne. Join over 21,000 people in this five-star experience with three options offered. The hardest thing for most is naming their fragrance. — French Quarter Vue Orleans vueorleans.com / 2 Canal St., enter to left RESERVATIONS SERVICES -ACTIVITIES Gators and Ghosts gatorsandghosts.com / 728 St. Louis St., NO, 70130 / 504-226-5433, 888-481-8188 Airboat swamp tours, haunted French Quarter tours, city and Katrina tours, private tours, group tours, and much more. Locally owned and operated. Visit our booth at the Chris Owens Club at 500 Bourbon St., book online, call, email, or even text us. — French Quarter Current Crop Roasting Shop currentcroproasting.com / 3931 Magazine St., NO, 70115 / 504-571-5129 A one-of-a-kind destination for specialty coffee beans and home roasting equipment. Located on Magazine Street, we offer products and experiences to educate customers about the art and science of home roasting. — Garden District/Uptown of Four Seasons Hotel, NO, 70130 / 504-285-3600 One-of-a-kind interactive cultural exhibit featuring the only indoor and outdoor observatory with 360-degree panoramic riverfront views of New Orleans, the Mississippi River, and beyond. Hundreds of local historians, artists, musicians, Mardi Gras Indians, chefs, actors, and filmmakers helped create a state-of-the-art experience unique to New Orleans. — Central Business District Zero Latency New Orleans zerolatencyvr.com/en / 733 St. Joseph GLITTER BUFFET experience powered by Elektra Cosmetics glitterbuffet.com / 2359 St. Claude Ave., Joieful joieful.com / 4333 Euphrosine St., NO, 70125 / 504-207-4555 Curates New Orleans experiences of all kinds and provides group-planning services and exclusive VIP deals. Make your day Joieful by visiting our website or concierge locations. — Mid-City NO, 70117 / 504-507-8470 x101 Experience the ultimate Glitter Bar, perfect for weddings, corporate events, galas, brand activations, and music festivals. Elevate your occasion with dazzling glitter stations, transforming your event into a sparkling celebration for a lasting impression. — Faubourg Marigny/Bywater St., NO, 70130 / 240-938-1351 In an arena the size of a tennis court you are video gaming while inside the game. Wander in family-friendly puzzling worlds or face not-so-friendly zombies and pirates, all while immersed in free-roam virtual reality. — Convention/Warehouse/Arts District Zip NOLA LLC zipnola.com / 301 Peavine Rd., LaPlace, Gray Line Tours RIVERBOATS Paddlewheeler Creole Queen creolequeen.com / Spanish Plaza Wharf, NO, 70130 / 504-529-4567, 800-445-4109 Cruise the mighty Mississippi aboard our award-winning, authentic paddlewheeler. Enjoy our leisurely dinner cruise with classic Creole cuisine or embark on a day trip to historic Chalmette Battlefield in Jean Lafitte National Park. — Central Business District graylineneworleans.com / Toulouse Street and the Mississippi River, 400 Toulouse St., NO, 70130 / 504-569-1401, 800-233-2628 Enjoy three classic cocktails served in lush courtyards and iconic restaurants, ending on a sweet note with local jazz. This small insider tour muddles sophistication and fancy in equal parts. It’s history, with a twist. — French Quarter 70068 / 504-350-0947 The world's first and only fully aquatic swamp zipline. With complete views of the Maurepas Swamp, Historic Village of Frenier, Lake Pontchartrain, and the New Orleans skyline, Zip NOLA is a must-see for anyone looking to explore the wild side of New Orleans. — Outside Metro Area SPORTING EVENTS & SPORTS Allstate Sugar Bowl allstatesugarbowl.org / 1500 Sugar Bowl Dr., NO, 70112 / 504-828-2440 Host of annual Sugar Bowl football classic that doubles as a College Football Playoff game, as well as a proud supporter of area teachers, youth sporting events, scholarship programs, and recognition banquets. — Central Business District JAMNOLA jamnola.com / 940 Frenchmen, NO, 70116 / 504-233-2206 Now located on vibrant Frenchmen Street, JAMNOLA (Joy Art Music -New Orleans) takes visitors of all ages on an immersive joy ride through the heart and soul of New Orleans. This one-of-a-kind cultural funhouse features 29 exhibits that celebrate the city's iconic art, music, food, and theatrics, all brought to life by over 100 visionary local artists and creative partners. — Faubourg Marigny/Bywater Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS steamboatnatchez.com / St. Louis Street and the Mississippi River, 400 Toulouse, NO, 70130 / 504-569-1401, 800-233-2628 Fun 75-minute daytime sightseeing cruises. Full bar on every deck and snack bar open with light bites and hearty Creole favorites. Best view in town from the Skyline Bar on the fourth deck. — French Quarter 106
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