3 Star Places To Visit in Louisiana, United States (50)

1. 3.0 Blue Bayou Water Park (310 reviews)
   - Great park. But, Very pricey.
   Water Parks
   
   
   There's nothing like a water park for a hot Louisiana day, and this one is especially refreshing, not only for the heat relief offered by its wave pool, raft ride and slides, but also for its noncommercial, friendly atmosphere. See more..
   
2. 3.0 Boomtown Casino (277 reviews)
   - Hate to say it but this place needs to close.
   Casinos
   
   
   Voted "Best Slots" by the Bossier Press-Tribune, this popular casino resort complex offers more than 1,100 slot machines and 36 table games. See more..
   
3. 3.5 Treasure Chest Casino (191 reviews)
   - Casino on the Water
   Casinos
   
   
   More than 19,000 square-feet of gaming space features 1,000 slot machines, 45 table games plus nightly entertainment and casual dining. See more..
   
4. 3.5 Paragon Casino Resort (162 reviews)
   - A great place to play and stay
   Casinos • Golf Courses
   
   
   I have visited the Paragon Casino several times - the hotel is absolutely awesome - and for the casino rate of under $28!!!! - Whirlpool bath, welcome gift basket, micro and fridge - in a very nice, spacious, clean new room. If you stay in the hotel, ask for a room in the North tower, they have the whirlpool tubs. Do NOT stay in the chalets in the RV park - they are rundown....FOr the same price get a hotel room. The casino is large with a good variety of games, and the staff is very helpful. One of our favorite places for a gaming trip. See more..
   
5. 3.5 Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino (149 reviews)
   - Low payout
   Casinos
   
   
   Combination racetrack and a 30,000-square foot casino offers a variety of gaming and betting options. See more..
   
6. 3.5 Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo (143 reviews)
   - Potential
   Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Zoos
   
   
   I used to visit this zoo all the time when I was a child visiting Monroe with my aunt. After twenty the zoo has changed a lot. The night house from what I could tell is no longer open and many exhibits are closed and over grown. That said, I would still recommend a stop if you’re in the area. Admission is still cheap ($6) and adding the safari bayou and train tour is only a couple dollars more. Kids will still love this place. I didn’t get a chance to do the bayou boat ride, but I remember it being very fun. The zoo just needs better funding and it has potential to be much better like I remember. See more..
   
7. 3.5 Zoo Of Acadiana (127 reviews)
   - Not Just A Zoo, But Fun Things To Do Too!!
   Closed now - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Zoos
   
   
   The zoo is extremely clean and well kept. The animals seem well cared for and have ample room to roam and the aviary is a wonderful upclose experience. There are plenty of things for the kids to do besides view the animals. It is just a lot of fun for the entire family. Personally we love to go at Christmas to enjoy all of the light displays and to see the animals in their habitats at night! Eventhough the rates or somewhat high, it is worth it knowing you are helping to keep the zoo open.
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8. 3.5 Splash Kingdom Waterpark (113 reviews)
   - Once Upon A Time
   Water Parks
   
   
   Splash Kingdom is a family friendly waterpark that offers plenty of summer fun for everyone. There are wave pools, slides, children's areas and a lazy river for those who want to just relax. See more..
   
9. 3.5 Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino (85 reviews)
   - Decent facility, OK food.
   Casinos
   
   
   Place is a little beat up - food is just average. But it is great fun and has all the amenities you expect - great way to spend a few hours, have a beverage or snack and maybe win some money. See more..
   
10. 3.5 Gardens of the American Rose Center (84 reviews)
    - Large and beautiful rose gardens
    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Gardens
    
    
    Operated by the American Rose Society, the 42 acres of this research and garden facility feature 20,000 blooms. See more..
    
11. 3.0 Texas Street Bridge (81 reviews)
    - Connects Shreveport and Bossier City
    Bridges
    
    
    Adorned with neon lights, the bridge that connects Shreveport and Bossier City across the Red River is considered a work of art. See more..
    
12. 3.5 Cypress Bayou Casino (70 reviews)
    - One of the Best in Louisiana
    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM Spent More than 3 hours Casinos
    
    
    Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel, located in Charenton, La., offers gaming excitement 7 days a week. Cypress Bayou has both in-house and wide-area progressives. Spin to win on one of our slots with denominations ranging from penny to twenty-five dollars. Players will enjoy their old favorites and the newest video games on the market! There's plenty of action to choose from, including exciting table games. You can also enjoy dining at Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel. The new state-of-the-art 102-room hotel offers guests deluxe accommodations. See more..
    
13. 3.5 Red River District (70 reviews)
    - Don't go at night
    Neighborhoods • Historic Walking Areas
    
    
    If you go at night, stay in your car and view from your car. Not a safe neighborhood at night. View the lights and sights from your casino hotel room or walk the boardwalk on the Bossier side. Stay away from the Shreveport side after night fall. It's just not safe. See more..
    
14. 3.5 Jena Choctaw Pines Casino (50 reviews)
    - New and attractive but small
    Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Casinos
    
    
    The casino is quite small. No video poker machines, but many other kinds of slots. Not too crowded. A small poker room, five tables. A small buffet, but the food is improving. They are friendly and are listening to their customers. See more..
    
15. 3.5 Boomtown Casino New Orleans (31 reviews)
    - Boomtown Reunion
    Casinos
    
    
    Hotel was very nice once inside. Neighborhood heavy industrial and a bit sketchy. Way out with nothing around it. Rooms were very comfortable and baths were updated and large. Huge walk-in showers very very nice-BUT shower floors were dangerously slippery. I put wash cloths on floor inside shower . Major hazard. Several restaurants in adjoining building with casino. Very smoky in casino. Drinks served only if you’re playing. Food was passable on the high end and just plain horrible on the low end. Day at bar one night for 30 minutes without being served, very busy but we were barely acknowledged. We were there with a large organized group ( 90 people) with our own Hospitality room and Tyrone was terrific every night, he took great care of us and is an asset to the hotel. Other staff were also great and took care of all our needs. Our complaints were only the two I’ve mentioned but both were big deals. I would not stay here again. See more..
    
16. 3.5 Prehistoric Park (31 reviews)
    - It's no Jurassic park
    Amusement & Theme Parks
    
    
    My 4 year old boy loves dinosaurs and since Jurassic world came out its been non stop Dino's. We were looking for something to do before the kids started school. We saw this on the internet and said why not. When you get their you drive down road you see some electrical fences with a sign that says danger and though the tree you see a T. rex. The prices were a little on the high side especially after we walked though You walk along a path and ever so often there is a dinosaur statue it has a info bored talking about the Dino. Out of all the Dino's only five move while your outside and you can hear varies Dino's roar. When you reach the end you go through a door and their is about 4 Dino's that move and roar as you pass that's it You can walk the path as many times as you like their a picnic area and a swing set for the kids to play. They also serve hot dogs and hamburgers,drink and have a Dino gift shop. See more..
    
17. 3.0 Tiki Tubing (30 reviews)
    - Family fun
    Wednesday: River Rafting & Tubing
    
    
    We had a great time. Great tubes, tough enough to endure sticks/logs. Website and pictures showed some tubes that weren't available but we enjoyed the ones we had. There were lots of trees/logs that had to navigated but we succeeded without too much difficulty. The staff were helpful and friendly. I was slightly disappointed in the "showers" (outside) and "changing rooms" since there was no lights in the changing rooms. In today's world, you expect to encounter all types of people.There were all types present during our experience. Several groups had music playing, most was family friendly but there were a couple that had mature audience only music blasting. There was also a lot of alcohol use. We used those times as a teachable moments with our children. We do plan to return. See more..
    
18. 3.5 Spanish Lake (23 reviews)
    - Very peaceful
    Bodies of Water
    
    
    More than 240 bird species have been identified frequenting this small and shallow lake. See more..
    
19. 3.0 Amelia Belle Casino (22 reviews)
    - All you can eat for very cheap!
    Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Casinos
    
    
    With more than 800 slots and 15 table games, Amelia Belle has something for everyone. See more..
    
20. 3.5 Gretna-Jackson Avenue Ferry (18 reviews)
    - Sit out on the deck
    Ferries
    it was a short trip across but was fun...sitting on the deck could see New Orleans and take some great pictures of the churches and paddle boats See more..
    
21. 3.5 Cypress Black Bayou Park & Recreation Area (17 reviews)
    - BnM Morris
    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Parks
    
    
    Cypress Black Bayou Park and Recreation Area offers camping, RVing, swimming, hiking, fishing, picnicking, a Nature Center and a zoo and much more! See more..
    
22. 3.5 Bayou Bowling (16 reviews)
    - Bowling
    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM Bowling Alleys
    
    
    Okay, if you are bored in the summer with kids you can pay for your shoes and for an additional $5 it is all you can bowl! Keep in mind this is only during times when school is out ie summer and holiday closings. See more..
    
23. 3.5 Tchefuncte River Light Station (15 reviews)
    - sun set at the light house
    Lighthouses
    
    
    you can not go in the light house the best way to see the light house is by boat makes excellent sunset pictures you can the light house keepers house at the museum See more..
    
24. 3.5 The Woodhouse Day Spa - Slidell, LA (14 reviews)
    - Massage
    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spas
    The massage I received was very good. The quiet room is nice. The price was a bit high, but i believe it's the most legit/full service spa in Slidell. If you're looking to do multiple services in the same day this would be the place to go. If you're just looking for a mani or pedi, else where would be extremely cheaper. See more..
    
25. 3.0 Camp Parapet Monument (14 reviews)
    - History
    Historic Sites
    
    
    My son and I found out that the one day a year that they open it to the public we would be in the area so we went to see it. There isn't much there anymore but the local history groups did a great job in welcoming the public and having activities planned along with free snacks and lunch. I think it is always open the first Saturday in Novemember and it is not too hard to find as there is signage as long as you know which way to go on Causeway Blvd. See more..
    
26. 3.5 Swamp Room (12 reviews)
    - Depending which bar tenders are there, it's a fun place to go.
    Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Bars & Clubs
    I have been here several times and I have noticed that the women bartenders are much more profrofessional and attenetive than the male bar tenders. I was there for an LSU football game and the all men bartenders that night simply didn't get it. I had to wait for long periods of time for a beer and I wasn't alone it was noticed by others at the bar. Now when the women bartenders are there, i get my drinks timely and they are very attentive and pay attetion to what is going on at the bar. See more..
    
27. 3.5 Altitude Trampoline Park (12 reviews)
    - Great Trampoline park
    Spent 1-2 hours Game & Entertainment Centers
    
    
    Took our granddaughter there for a fun way to use some excess energy. They had a blast. There jumped for three hours and had enough variety to keep them entertained. See more..
    
28. 3.5 Historic Bonnie and Clyde Gas Station (11 reviews)
    - Must visit if passing theough
    Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    This is an old gas station not far off of I20. It is closed and has a plaque on it. It is the sight where the Texas ranger reported in that Bonnie and Clyde were dead. It's right around the corner from the museum. See more..
    
29. 3.5 Airborne Extreme (11 reviews)
    - Fun trampoline park
    Game & Entertainment Centers
    
    
    Our granddaughters had a great time with the giant innertube slide, overhead rope course, trampolines, etc. It has more different activities than other trampoline parks we have been to in New Orleans area. We purchased our 4 - 90 minute jump passes from Groupon and had no issues using it. We would return if every in the area again. See more..
    
30. 3.0 The Spotted Cat Antiques (11 reviews)
    - Interesting place to visit
    Wednesday: Spent More than 3 hours Antique Shops
    
    
    Spotted Cat Antiques is a unique one of a kind market. We are a 30,000 sq ft. Wonderland.Then theres Cat Alley Architectural Salvage filled with old wood,doors,windows,cypress barn doors,rusty knobs,hinges,etc.If your coming down you must come see what the CAT drug in! See more..
    
31. 3.5 Laketown Park (10 reviews)
    - Lovely lake walk
    Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Parks
    
    
    Go straight at the end of Williams Blvd towards the lake and park towards the left. You can see the casino towards the right. Walk around the park and then you can connect with the late front walk and go for miles. You can see an offshore drilling rig and the black sand on the edges and splashed on the rocks from contamination. But there's a little bit of wildlife and some beautiful flowers and it's very peaceful See more..
    
32. 3.5 Da Swamp (10 reviews)
    - Trampoline park
    Game & Entertainment Centers
    
    
    Very fun, very economical. We have been twice and enjoyed it both times. We had kids from 4 to 14 and they all had a ball. They do not have a good selection of snacks or food See more..
    
33. 3.5 Water Town USA (9 reviews)
    - This is a nice family waterpark..the kids can really enjoy themselves and they can ride all the rides
    Water Parks
    
    
    Liked, the lazy pool and the beach area..Disliked the bathrooms and the lockers..the bathrooms could be neater and cleaner and the locker are really to small to put all your stuff in! See more..
    
34. 3.5 Fly Water Expeditions (9 reviews)
    - Greg Dini
    Fishing Charters & Tours
    
    
    If you don't want a condescending, patronizing guide don't use Greg Dini. He clearly is an experienced guide but expects you to be as good as him, criticizing your every cast without instruction. If you want to have fun flyfishing and learn something find another guide. He would be horrible instructing kids. See more..
    
35. 3.0 White Sands Lake Day Beach (9 reviews)
    - Sunny Fun
    Spent More than 3 hours Water Parks
    
    
    HOT! White sand and fresh semi clear brown water. The floating lily pads were fun to swim up to and lounge about. The kids enjoyed the inflatables in the water. They have paddle boards, and boats for rent. Bring your floaties and rafts.. Either rent or bring a cabana type covering. The sun is un-relenting. Parking is single file on either side of the pathway. We had to walk almost half a mile to get to our rented cabana. After two trips, we had all of out beach chairs, and stuff under the cabana. NO GLASS and No Styrofoam are allowed. There is one bathroom for the men and one for the women. There is no air flow in the changing room or restrooms. See more..
    
36. 3.5 Pedestrian Bridge (9 reviews)
    - Finally found a bridge!
    Bridges
    
    
    Closed to motor traffic, this pedestrian bridge links two major attractions: Veterans Park and Southdown Plantation. See more..
    
37. 3.5 House of Shock Haunt (8 reviews)
    - Spooktacular
    Spent 1-2 hours Game & Entertainment Centers
    
    
    The bordello of freaks was a wonderfully interactive haunted house. I hope they change the theme for this season, though, since I've seen that one for the past two years See more..
    
38. 3.5 Cane River Queen River Boat (7 reviews)
    - Pleasant 45 Minutes
    Bar, Club & Pub Tours • Boat Tours • Private Tours • Day Trips
    
    
    We spent a pleasant 45 minutes on a warm and sunny November afternoon cruising about a half mile in either direction from the boat dock. Captain Paul treated us to some interesting tidbits of history, and some blarney. Having taken a tour of the Fort Saint Jean Baptiste Historical Site earlier in the day, we wondered why, when we cruised past this site, not much mention was made of it. We also wondered why neither the Cane River Queen River Boat website not their ticket booth on Front street listed prices. We paid $22.00 See more..
    
39. 3.5 Jena Louisiana, Choctaw Pines Casino (7 reviews)
    - Not bad
    Spent More than 3 hours Casinos
    First time here. Went on an anniversary road trip. We always make a trip to the LA casinos on this occasion. It was clean & mostly fresh. Decently new games. Did we win? No, but we were able to play on a couple hunerd buck for a few hours. That's pretty typical of LA casinos. You don't EXPECT to win. They don;t build these places on winners. You go with money budgeted for entertainment that you can afford to lose. If you happen to leave with a couple extra bucks, then that's a bonus. In this context, it's a perfectly fine casino. A bit small, but fine. Clean, but nothing fancy. You don;t go to LA expecting anything fancy or luxurious. It's not Las Vegas. Even the casinos that are billed as being luxurious in LA are nothing like Vegas, so don't complain about the trailer park atmosphere and "tight games" because that is all there is in LA. See more..
    
40. 3.5 Earl G. Williamson Park (7 reviews)
    - Small park with good amenities
    Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Parks
    
    
    Worth stopping. Plenty of benches and tables, parking, and a boat ramp. A neat way to see the Louisiana side of Caddo. Unfortunately the lake levels were at flood stage when we visited, but that just meant the waters edge was closer in. Didn't really affect our enjoyment of the area. See more..
    
41. 3.5 Cypress Zoo (7 reviews)
    - Great detour
    Zoos
    
    
    Great little detour if you are close by & need a little down time. If you are traveling with younger kids, it is perfect to let them use up some of that energy. Beautiful area & the center is a cool learning experience. See more..
    
42. 3.5 Northshore Harbor Center (7 reviews)
    - Nice Facility with Attentive Staff - Lots of Parking
    Spent More than 3 hours Convention Centers
    WHY US We're Not Just Renting a Building…We're Setting the Standard for Service. Centrally located between New Orleans and the Mississippi Gulf Coast, there is no place quite like the Northshore Harbor Center for meetings and conventions. Our beautifully spacious 45,000 square-foot facility is home to nearly 200 events annually, from intimate corporate retreats to large consumer shows. See more..
    
43. 3.5 Champion Fishing Charters (7 reviews)
    - BEST FISHING GUIDE EVER!
    Fishing Charters & Tours
    
    
    If you’re trying to decide who to fish with, stop looking and book this trip. I’ve been on several deep sea fishing trips and this was by far the best guide I’ve ever fished with. These guys have a passion for fishing and they want to get you on the fish. Super cool crew makes you feel like you’re out fishing with a couple of friends. See more..
    
44. 3.0 A Regal Limousine Service (6 reviews)
    - Larry was great!
    Spent More than 3 hours Taxis & Shuttles
    We had a great experience with the car service company because of Larry. We booked them through Expedia and our driver was Larry who was super sweet and very informative. He recommended many to-do's and things and places to avoid especially since we were just a group of women. I would use them again if I find myself in Nola again but only if Larry's our driver again! See more..
    
45. 3.5 A Royal Coach Limousine, Inc. (6 reviews)
    - Fall conference with co workers
    Spent More than 3 hours Taxis & Shuttles
    This family-owned, local company services the St. Tammany Parish and Greater New Orleans area including the cities of Mandeville, Covington, Madisonville, Abita Springs, Metairie, Kenner, & New Orleans. Vehicles are available for proms, weddings, graduations, balls, parties, sporting events, nights on the town, and so much more! See more..
    
46. 3.5 Thunder Road Raceway Park (6 reviews)
    - Racing
    Spent More than 3 hours Auto Racing Tracks
    
    
    The racetrack was peeped well, the pits are paved, and they ran a good program. Happy with the track! See more..
    
47. 3.5 Plain Dealing Lake (6 reviews)
    - Good place to swim
    Bodies of Water
    It is a good place to swim and jet ski. It is a little lake but not crowded and fun. Good for fishing too. See more..
    
48. 3.0 Market Hall (6 reviews)
    - Quirky looking, but interesting
    Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    St. Francisville’s historic Market Hall was constructed in 1819 to provide a farmers market on the ground floor and a magistrate’s office on the upper floor. The result was a rather quirky-looking structure with an upper floor and a ground floor that seem badly mismatched. I do have to admit that the building is architecturally interesting, if not exactly handsome, and I’m glad it was restored in 1984. Today the lower floor of the building is apparently used for craft sales and the like. When our group visited Market Hall on a hot and humid weekday afternoon we found only four or five crafters displaying wares inside. My wife was delighted to find earrings made with Petoskey stones from northern Michigan, but there wasn’t enough variety on display (mostly earrings and specialty soap) to hold interest for very long. See more..
    
49. 3.0 Grand Ridge Golf Course (5 reviews)
    - A local gem gleaming once again!
    Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses
    Grand Ridge is making strides to be the top local golf course together with a great pool and restaurant/bar hangout! See more..
    
50. 3.5 Mansfield Female College Museum (5 reviews)
    - Little Known But Well Worth a Visit
    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Speciality Museums
    
    
    We were the only visitors when we toured the museum last spring. The lady at the site, whom we presumed to be a volunteer, was most gracious and knowledgeable. She shared a wealth of facts about the college and the area, including stories of the resident ghost, a victim of the Civil War. The displays deserve a little time; interesting to read documents from the college covering expenses, courses, etc. Surprised, but glad this place has been preserved. See more..