New Orleans
City Guide
The city is bursting with history, art, music, culture, and so much more to entertain you during your conference experience.
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PA Adventures
Explore New Orleans with exclusive experiences, insider tours, and curated fun just for you and your fellow PAs.
Family Fun
Bringing your family to AAPA 2026? Enjoy these fun spots!- The Audubon Zoo is not only one of the top zoos in the U.S. with more than 350 species, but it also has a lazy river with water slides to cool off.
- The Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium is another can’t-miss, with more than 3,600 animals and 250 species inside.
- Storyland at City Park is a hit for kids, who can take a ride on a ladybug-themed rollercoaster and more in the amusement park.
- There are plenty of other attractions to keep the whole family entertained.
Food and Drinks
- New Orleans is known for its food and there is no shortage of restaurants, from James Beard Award winning chefs to classic Cajun. Whether you want creole po-boys or beignets, there is going to be something for everyone.
- From historic jazz bars to the famous Bourbon Street there are so many places for a fun night out in New Orleans.
Museums
- Visit history museums such as The National WWII Museum to fill your time.
- Art is a big part of New Orleans. Find it on the street, in the parks, and in various art museums.
- The city has a museum for every interest!
Shopping
- Magazine Street and Royal Street are both known to be a shopper’s paradise.
- Into antiquing? New Orleans has a ton of options for you!
Recreation and Outdoors
- Kayak along the bayou or go on a secluded swamp tour for an outdoor adventure.
- A fan of golf? Check out this golf itinerary.
- Grab some snacks and head to one of the various parks to have a picnic!