If you’ve ever driven down I-10 East towards Slidell from New Orleans, then you have probably spotted this unique landmark: the Irish Bayou Castle. If you haven’t made a stop yet–go ahead and try it! We know you are going to feel like you are in a fairy tale.
Simon Villemarette built this castle in anticipation for the New Orleans World’s Fair in 1981.
Facebook.com / Irish Bayou Castle This was truly a labor of love, and it has now been lovingly restored.
The castle is privately owned, but you are allowed to take pictures from the outside.
Facebook.com / Irish Bayou Castle When you take a look from the interstate, you can feel like you are in a fairy tale!
So if you’re looking for a little taste of magic…
Facebook.com / Irish Bayou Castle Don’t forget to drive by this iconic New Orleans castle!
Doesn’t the Irish Bayou Castle look amazing? Have you been to this hidden castle near New Orleans? Let us know what your experiences were!
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This was truly a labor of love, and it has now been lovingly restored.
When you take a look from the interstate, you can feel like you are in a fairy tale!
Don’t forget to drive by this iconic New Orleans castle!
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