Are you looking for something different to do around New Orleans? We’ve found some of the most fascinating roadside attractions in the area that we think you’ll love checking out. Is it surprising that a place as unique as New Orleans has so many interesting attractions all around it? Let’s explore!
- The Chapel of Madonna, Bayou Goula
Google.com / maps / cajunscrambler Some say that this is America’s smallest church—which is hard to verify. But there is no doubt that it is one of Louisiana’s most precious. It’s eight square feet inside.
- Tour the Chalmette Battlefield, Jean Lafitte National Park
Tripadvisor.com / Jose Joaquin O This is where Andrew Jackson made his name as a general, leading the Americans to victory against the British in the War of 1812.
- Mighty Mississippi Prize Fight Statue, 303 Williams Blvd., Kenner
MyNewOrleans.com This very unique statue is found in Kenner, memorializing the Mississippi Prize fight.
- Fisherman’s Castle on Irish Bayou, US Hwy 11 off I-10 East
Facebook.com / Irish Bayou Castle You’ll love passing by this beautiful mini-castle that is easily seen from the road whether you are taking I-10 East or US Hwy 11.
- Visit the Dr. Charles Smith African-American Heritage Museum, S. Walnut Street, Hammond
facebook.com/spacesarchives Explore the inner workings of this incredibly prolific and creative artist who’s display of his own folk art is nothing short of amazing. Prepare to be blown away.
- World’s Largest Ronald Reagan Statue, N. New Hampshire St., Covington
myneworleans.com At the Tammany Trace trailhead park, this statue was financed by good friend of Reagan’s, Patrick F. Taylor, who is also a Louisiana oil tycoon.
How many of these roadside attractions around New Orleans have you already visited? Do you have a favorite or one that we missed? Let us know in the comments below. We love to hear your feedback and thoughts!
Google.com / maps / cajunscrambler
Some say that this is America’s smallest church—which is hard to verify. But there is no doubt that it is one of Louisiana’s most precious. It’s eight square feet inside.
Tripadvisor.com / Jose Joaquin O
This is where Andrew Jackson made his name as a general, leading the Americans to victory against the British in the War of 1812.
MyNewOrleans.com
This very unique statue is found in Kenner, memorializing the Mississippi Prize fight.
Facebook.com / Irish Bayou Castle
You’ll love passing by this beautiful mini-castle that is easily seen from the road whether you are taking I-10 East or US Hwy 11.
facebook.com/spacesarchives
Explore the inner workings of this incredibly prolific and creative artist who’s display of his own folk art is nothing short of amazing. Prepare to be blown away.
myneworleans.com
At the Tammany Trace trailhead park, this statue was financed by good friend of Reagan’s, Patrick F. Taylor, who is also a Louisiana oil tycoon.
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