Family Fun in Greater New Orleans

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Harvey Airborne X Harvey

★★★★☆ 4.4 (591)

Trampoline Parks

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New Orleans Museum of Illusions

★★★★☆ 4.9 (669)

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New Orleans Fun Frenzy Laser Tag

★★★★☆ 4.6 (7)

Laser Tag

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Avondale NOLA Motorsports Park

★★★★☆ 4.5 (877)

Go-Karts

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New Orleans The National WWII Museum

★★★★☆ 4.8 (29668)

Children's Museums

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Metairie Airline Skate Center, Inc

★★★★☆ 4.3 (884)

Skating Rinks

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New Orleans 15 activities Kenner 4 activities Mandeville 4 activities Metairie 3 activities Slidell 3 activities Avondale 2 activities Destrehan 1 activity Elmwood 1 activity Harvey 1 activity Covington 1 activity Pearlington 1 activity Ponchatoula 1 activity Terrytown 1 activity

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Greater New Orleans has 38 family activities across 13 categories and 13 cities. Pick an activity to see top picks, or jump to a city.

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Throttle & Swing

Features 80+ customizable track configurations for karting, allowing the layout to change regularly so returning guests always get a fresh challenge
Located at NOLA Motorsports Park and operates one of the largest professional-grade karting tracks in the country

K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities

GLO KARTING™ Fridays (5pm to close) is K1 Speed's signature neon-lit racing experience—a branded special event format that keeps the venue buzzing with a unique vibe on weekend nights.
The all-electric karts deliver instant acceleration and maximum torque at all speeds, giving drivers a different racing feel compared to traditional gas-powered go-karts.

Surge Entertainment

Is located near the Drew Brees area in Metairie, LA, with a review specifically referencing 'by Drew Brees,' suggesting proximity to the NFL legend's notable presence in the community
The facility features an XD dark ride simulator with 3D glasses and motion chairs, allowing visitors to engage in interactive experiences like shooting games in immersive environments

Adventure Quest Laser Tag

Features a 6,000-square-foot Mayan Ruins themed laser tag arena with advanced laser tag technology, offering an immersive archaeological experience
Offers exclusive early morning party packages that allow guests to remain in the main room throughout the entire event without needing to step away for food or refreshments

Game On Social Hub

Features augmented reality Spark! game modes integrated into their bowling lanes, combining traditional bowling with digital interactive gaming
The venue operates a full-service restaurant with menu items like crawfish egg rolls, charred brussels sprouts with bacon, and shrimp po'boys that reviewers describe as worthy of a standalone restaurant establishment

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Carousel Gardens Amusement Park

Home to the Flying Horses carousel, one of the oldest carousels in the United States
Located within New Orleans City Park, offering a Central Park-like experience in New Orleans with access to adjacent attractions like Storyland

Storyland

Features 18 larger-than-life storybook character sculptures based on fairy tales and nursery rhymes, creating an immersive outdoor playground where children can physically interact with classic literature
Season pass holders receive unlimited access to both Storyland and Carousel Gardens Amusement Park for $85 per person (March-November), creating a dual-venue entertainment package

Dave & Buster's New Orleans

Is located in downtown New Orleans near iconic landmarks like Mardi Gras World and the Vue Orleans Observation Deck, making it a unique entertainment destination in the heart of Louisiana's cultural district
The venue offers an Unlimited Game Play upgrade that remains valid from the first gameplay swipe until store closure on the same day, with only a 30-second lag requirement between swipes, providing extended play value for customers

Museum of Illusions

Maintains an exceptionally high rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars across 669 reviews, indicating consistently strong customer satisfaction
The venue was newly opened (only 2 months at time of review), suggesting it is a recent addition to New Orleans' entertainment offerings

Bywater Games

Games at Bywater Games feature dynamic, seasonal content variations - with themed versions for holidays and Mardi Gras that are curated specifically for each occasion, allowing the same game to be replayed with entirely different questions and experiences
The venue's primary game show experience, 'Very Reel Game Show,' is hosted by charming rat puppet characters rather than a human host, creating a distinctive immersive theater experience

Kids & Family Arena

Offers unlimited playtime for $12 on weekdays with no time limit, making it exceptionally affordable compared to typical hourly-rate entertainment venues
Party packages include full-service amenities such as cake cutting service and gift loading assistance, setting them apart from basic party room rentals

Optimus Entertainment

Features intentionally dim lighting in the main arcade as a deliberate design choice, which is uncommon among family entertainment centers and has generated mixed reviews from visitors
The venue operates with a credit card-based ticket system rather than traditional coin-operated or token systems, offering a modern approach to arcade gaming

Fun Frenzy Laser Tag

Is an independent laser tag facility, not part of a larger franchise, allowing it to maintain its own unique operational standards and customer service approach
Located in New Orleans near multiple major tourist attractions including Mardi Gras World and Vue Orleans Observation Deck, making it a convenient entertainment option for visitors exploring the city

Bowlero Kenner

Features 64 bowling lanes, making it a substantial bowling facility with significant capacity for league play, tournaments, and group events
The venue was renovated and rebranded from its previous identity as AMF, representing a modernization and facility upgrade that customers noted improved cleanliness and overall appearance

A P Clay Splash Park

Is a FREE water park attraction in Kenner, LA, making it an accessible option for families looking to cool off without admission costs
The park operates seasonally with Wednesday-Thursday hours beginning June 25th, indicating a limited seasonal schedule rather than year-round operation

Ormond Park

S splash pad and play area are free to access, making it an affordable family recreation destination
The park maintains exceptionally high cleanliness standards, with cleanliness mentioned in 11 out of 125 reviews as a notable feature

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Features a dedicated toddler zone with activities so engaging that older children also come down to play in it, indicating thoughtful age-inclusive facility design
The park offers an extensive variety of 13+ activity types including specialized equipment like zip lines, trapeze/swing silks, iWall, SkySlam, SkyJoust, and a ninja warrior course, positioning it as a comprehensive action sports venue beyond basic trampolining

Airborne X Harvey

Offers a unique combined entertainment experience with wall-to-wall trampolines, rock wall climbing, dodgeball, and an integrated AE Social Bowl bowling venue with HD displays and LED lighting all in one facility
The venue offers specialized Toddler Time sessions every Saturday morning (9:00-10:30 AM) exclusively for ages 6 and under, with children under 2 jumping free when accompanied by a paid adult

Altitude Trampoline Park Slidell

Offers a comprehensive safety program including mandatory waivers, safety orientation videos, and equipment inspection reviews before participation
The park features diverse activity options beyond trampolines including air bags, dodgeball, battle beam, digital experiences, and climbing activities in a single indoor venue

Altitude Trampoline Park Mandeville

Features a zip line attraction, mentioned in 9 reviews, which is a relatively uncommon amenity for trampoline parks and adds a unique aerial activity element beyond standard jumping.
The park offers a golf simulator, mentioned in 2 reviews, making it one of the few trampoline parks that combines jumping activities with golf entertainment technology.

Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

In Covington, LA features electric go-karts, which according to a review are described as 'probably the best addition to an Urban Air I can think of,' suggesting this may be a unique or standout feature among Urban Air franchise locations
The facility offers a Shorty Pass for children under 40 inches tall at $11.99, demonstrating accommodation for younger or smaller children who might not meet standard height requirements for all attractions

Audubon Zoo

Home to white alligators, a rare color variant not commonly found in zoos
Houses Amur leopards, one of the world's rarest big cats with fewer than 100 individuals remaining in the wild

Audubon Aquarium

Features a 400,000-gallon tank with reefs, sharks, and a walk-through tunnel for immersive viewing
Combines both aquarium and insectarium exhibits in one attraction, with a notably popular butterfly garden that frequently delights visitors

Louisiana Children's Museum

Spans 8.5 acres of combined indoor and outdoor interactive facilities designed for sensory learning across multiple exhibit spaces
The museum features a dedicated toddler area that receives significant mention in visitor reviews (49 mentions), indicating a specialized space design for younger children

Cool Zoo Waterpark

Features double-tube lazy river floats with solid bottoms specifically designed to safely accommodate toddlers as young as 15 months old
The attraction operates a dual-admission pricing model requiring separate $12 Cool Zoo waterpark tickets and approximately $20 zoo passes, even for visitors who only use the waterpark facilities

Children's Museum of St. Tammany

Features a large oak tree climbing structure as a primary exhibit, providing an interactive natural play experience for children ages 2-10
Offers multiple reading sessions throughout the day as part of its regular programming, making it well-suited for repeat visits

The National WWII Museum

The museum spans 7 separate buildings dedicated to exploring the American experience in WWII, requiring visitors to plan at least 2-3 days to experience everything
The museum offers a return visit discount of $15 if visitors need to come back within 7 days to complete their tour, acknowledging the massive scope of the collection

INFINITY Science Center

Hosts the NASA Stennis Visitor Center, connecting it directly to a major NASA rocket-testing facility
The center features a Saturn V rocket exhibit visible from the interstate, which has become a landmark attraction that draws unplanned visitors to the facility

City Putt Miniature Golf Course

Features educational signage at each hole explaining different geographic locations and cultural landmarks throughout Louisiana, transforming a mini golf experience into a history lesson about the state's diverse regions
The course offers an unusually affordable pricing structure with a second-round discount (Adult $6/Child $5) and allows children 3 and under to play completely free with a paying adult, making it highly accessible for families

Airline Skate Center, Inc

Features a disco ball as a central design element in the gleaming roller-skating rink
Implements metal detector security screening for entry, an unusual safety measure for a roller-skating rink

Ponchatoula Roller Rink

Offers custom skate builds as a special service, distinguishing it from typical roller rinks that only provide standard rentals
Carries an exceptionally wide range of skate sizes from toddler size 7 to men's size 15, accommodating the broadest age and demographic range

Skate Country Westbank

Home to an active roller derby league, making it a competitive skating venue beyond recreational skating
Operates year-round all-night skate events, offering extended skating hours for adult enthusiasts

Skaters Paradise

Offers separate skating days designated for kids and adults to accommodate different experience levels and preferences
Features speed skating programs as a specialized offering beyond standard recreational skating

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