Loews New Orleans Hotel

6500 Magazine Street, (800) 774-7394
Take a walk on the wild side at one of the country's top-ranked zoos. A spectacular exhibit of 2,000 of the world's most exotic animals, including African lions, a rare white tiger and koala bears. Don't miss the Embraceable Zoo, an exhibit that lets you get close to the animals. You might even make a new friend.

1 Canal Street, (800) 774-7394 or (504) 581-4629
Pet a shark, hold a starfish or catch the penguins for afternoon tea, all just three blocks from the hotel. Visit the largest and most diverse collection of jellyfish and sharks in the country. Check out a variety of exhibits, including the Changing Exhibits Gallery.

1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100
The city's oldest fine arts museum houses more than 40,000 objects with an estimated worth of over $200 million. Discover works of art from ancient to modern times from around the world, including painting, sculptures, photography and objects. The museum also hosts traveling exhibits. Located in City Park.

925 Camp Street, (504) 539-9612
Get to know the South! Located in the cultural heart of New Orleans just 7 blocks from the hotel, the museum houses the largest collection of Southern art in the world. Learn about the history of the South through permanent collections, traveling exhibits, educational programs and publications.

945 Magazine Street, (504) 527-6012
Relive the American experience of WWII. A collection of personal stories, artifacts and interactive displays brings history to life and proudly illustrates the teamwork, courage and sacrifice of the men and women who took part in one of the most significant events that changed our country. Located just 7 blocks from the hotel.

420 Julia Street, (504) 586-0725
Explore 30,000 square feet of hands-on fun, engaging exhibits and exciting programs designed to spark your kids' curiosity. Dine in a five-star role-playing café, lift 500 pounds, trap your shadow…learning has never been so fun! Just 5 blocks from the hotel.

Get to know the Big Easy with a city tour. Visit the historical Garden District and the picturesque City Park. Tour the famed French Quarter and discover one of the many cemeteries. Guests can enjoy morning or afternoon tours by bus, van or limousine. Private personalized tours are also available. See the concierge for details.

For a taste of the antebellum South, take a trip to Oak Alley and other plantations on River Road. Choose to venture out on your own with the help of a map, or book a tour and explore in style and comfort. See the concierge for details.

Speed through private swamps on a tiny airboat at 50 mph, or cruise the waters and seek out the wildlife. No matter the season, there's always plenty to see in the mysterious swamps and bayous of Louisiana. See the concierge for details.

If a city tour isn't enough, set off on a walking tour of some of the most interesting places throughout the city, including the historical (and haunted) French Quarter, Algiers Point, Garden District and unique cemeteries. See the concierge for details.