by Debora Chaves

Created on: March 15, 2009   Last Updated: March 26, 2009

Thinking about a vacation in New Orleans, but wondering what activites there are for small children? You'll find New Orleans has many interesting attractions that'll please even the youngest member of the family!

1. Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World 1380 Port of New Orleans Place New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 361-7821, (800) 362-8213 www.mardigrasworld.com

It's like going to Mardi Gras, but without the crowds, hassle or safety issues. Admission includes a sample of King Cake and a bead " throw." All ages.

2. Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and Entergy IMAX Theatre 1 Canal St. PO Box 4327 New Orleans, LA 70178 (504) 581-4629, (800) 774-7394 www.auduboninstitute.org

Over 600 species of aquatic life are on display here. Walk the 30 foot see-through underwater tunnel for an up close view of unusual sea life. Afterwards, take the kids to a movie at the IMAX Theatre next door. Ages 2 and up.

3. The Audubon Insectarium 423 Canal St., Custom House New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 581-4629, (800) 774-7394 www.auduboninstitute.org

What kid doesn't like bugs? At The Old New Orleans Custom House, they'll see examples of over 900,000 species of them. See fun attractions like the

Metamorphosis show, and a Cooking Show, where you'll learn tasty insect recipes with the opportunity to sample them! Ages 2 and up.

4. The Audubon Zoo 6500 Magazine St., P.O. BOX 4327 New Orleans, LA 70118 (504) 581-4629, (800) 774-7394 www.auduboninstitute.org

This 58 acre zoo is considered among the country's best. Not only can the kids see all kinds of exotic animals, they can also ride the Swamp train and carousel, and climb the rock wall. All day passes are available. Ages 2 and up.

5. The Backstreet Cultural Museum 1116 St. Claude Ave. New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 522-4806 www.backstreetmuseum.org

Once an old funeral home, this museum contains memorabilia associated with Mardi Gras, jazz funerals,and other typical traditions of New Orleans. Located in the Treme section, the oldest African-American neighborhood in the U.S. All ages.

6. New Orleans City Park 1 Palm Drive New Orleans, LA 70124 (504) 482-4888 www.neworleanscitypark.com

In this 1300 acre City Park, you'll find many different activities for the entire family; here's just a few examples. Check the website for a complete list; some attractions are available to rent for birthday parties. Call (504) 488-2896 or email cpsales@nocp.org for reservations and rental prices.

a. Hines Carousel Gardens Amusement Park features one of the only 100 remaining wooden carousels

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