Top Things to do in Louisiana
Top 10 Concerts & Shows in Louisiana, United States
Louisiana tourism is centered on New Orleans and the North Shore region in the southeastern corner of the state near the Florida border. West of New Orleans is the Great River Road, with the I-10 running to the Mississippi River port capital city of Baton Rogue. West of New Orleans along the Gulf of Mexico, the I-10 cuts through Lafayette and Lake Charles on its way past Abbeville to Texas. Central Louisiana is Lake Country, and home to cities like Alexandria and Natchitoches. In northern Louisiana, the I-20 runs west from Monroe to Bossier City, Shreveport, and East Texas. Unless Louisiana is very familiar and frequent territory, New Orleans will be the top choice for a Louisiana vacation. Though Mardi Gras, music, and the winning ways of the New Orleans Saints football team get the spotlight, there is much more to explore in New Orleans. Within New Orleans choose among Bourbon Street, Royal Street, the Upper and Lower French Quarters, the Warehouse and Central Business District, the Garden District and Uptown, and Mid-City. With street car lines linking the French Quarter to the Garden District, Convention Center, and everywhere else, it is easy for the whole family to get around. If long walks are your exercise, explore the scenic city on foot. An easy two-hour drive from New Orleans brings you to Baton Rogue, Natchitoches and Lake Country. Explore old Beauregard Town in downtown Baton Rogue, the historic homes of the Baton Rogue Garden District, and tour one or several working plantations. Walk the 33-block Historic Landmark District and tour the historic homes and churches of Natchitoches. Relive Spanish Empire history in Louisiana at Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site. Heading west from New Orleans is Cajun Country and Lafayette with its mix of French, French Canadian (Acadian), Spanish, and Caribbean cultures. Besides Cajun and Creole cookery, explore the Civil War heritage at the Lafayette Museum. Stop by Abbeville to view the courthouse designed by Hayes Town, St. Mary Magdalen Church, and have a seafood meal. With 75 annual festivals Lake Charles is Louisiana's Festival City, and home to the Creole Nature Trail Scenic Byway. Shreveport and Bossier City in northwest Louisiana are casino and entertainment centers. Shreveport is renowned for hosting the Louisiana State Fair in the fall. Plus floral centers, art galleries, and museums. Monroe in the northeast also has notable gardens.
Restaurants in Louisiana
1. Theater Baton Rouge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
2. Twin City Ballet
3. Cutting Edge Theater
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
4. Prytania Theatre
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5.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By JoshAnderson001
We went to see the movie 1917 here and it was great, the food and cinema were both small and classic and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
5. Grand Opera House of the South
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Located in the historical downtown district of Crowley, LA When The Grand was originally built and opened by David E Lyons in 1901, it was the major arts venue between New Orleans and Houston. For 39 years some of the notables performing on the opera house stage included Enrico Caruso, Al Jolson, Clark Gable, Babe Ruth, Buffalo Bill, and Madame de Vilchez-Bisset of the Paris Opera. After the death of Mr. Lyons in 1940 The Grand remained closed for over 60 years. In 1999 the family of local businessman Lazar J. Gielen purchased the building with plans to restore the opera house back to its original grandeur. The historic landmark, which is now The Grand Opera House of the South, was donated to the non-profit organization by the Gielen family and is governed by a volunteer board of directors. After a $4.5 million renovation the Grand Opera House of the South reopened its doors in September 2008. Since then thousands of enthusiastic patrons have filled the theater, embracing the quality performances rich in arts and culture. All donations to the on-going restoration fund are greatly appreciated. As with all tax deductible contributions, memorial gift giving is also available by purchasing Opera House Seats and Concert Grand Piano Keys.
6. Shreveport Little Theatre
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
7. The Strand Theater
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By 641RobertK641 - Benton, United States
Just saw the Shreveport Symphony's presentation of the music of David Bowie at the Strand Theater. Excellent show. The Strand is an excellent venue with great acoustics and excellent seating. There is literally not a bad seat in the house. We have attended many performances of the years at this venue and we have always been well rewarded.
8. Lake Charles Little Theater
9. From Congo Square to Everywhere at The Historic Carver Theater
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
History of New Orleans music show at The Historic Carver Theater. The live show will take you on a trip through time. Beginning with the drum beating of Africans at Congo Square in New Orleans in the 1700's through the birth of Jazz and Ragtime music. Ending with the New Orleans sound of today, including HipHop and Bounce music. The show is at the newly renovated and state of the art theater in the historic Treme neighborhood, which is also the birthplace of many famous New Orleans musicians and chefs.
Reviewed By 760kimberlyd
My production company hosted “NOLA Comedy for the Cure” in October 2019. Everything was phenomenal ....from the time we signed the rental contract through show night....OUTSTANDING! Misty, the general manager, was the calming spirit we needed!
10. Preservation Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,774 reviews
New Orleans' Preservation Hall was established in 1961 to honor one of America's truest art forms - Traditional New Orleans Jazz. Operating as a music venue, a touring band, and a non-profit organization, Preservation Hall continues its mission today as a cornerstone of New Orleans music and culture. Situated in the heart of the French Quarter on St. Peter Street, the Preservation Hall venue presents intimate, acoustic New Orleans Jazz concerts over 350 nights a year featuring ensembles from a current collective of 100+ local master practitioners. On any given night, audiences bear joyful witness to the evolution of this venerable and living tradition.
Reviewed By 226tandyc - Six Mile, United States
Preservation Hall was a lot smaller and more intimate than I had envisioned, but it was perfect, and we loved our experience. We booked tickets ahead of time, which was fortunate since the line of people waiting to get in was extraordinarily long, and those without reservations who were able to buy on-site tickets had to sit on the floor or stand at the back. We sat on a bench at the front; the wooden benches are probably original, hard and unpadded (for those with bad backs). Surprisingly, there are no bathrooms inside; they send people to the bar next door. You can bring food and drinks inside. The musicians are gifted, funny, and engaging. The whole experience was memory-making. So glad we booked this piece of historic New Orleans.
