The Louisiana Children's Museum is a fantastic attraction for kids with a vast selection of exhibits, art activities and educational programs to enjoy. The kid-sized Winn-Dixie grocery store is a favourite, as are the climbing wall and the giant bubble that kids can play in. Eye to Eye has fun showing the workings of the human eye, and Art Trek features drawing, painting and sculpture lessons.

Address: 420 Julia Street

Website: www.lcm.org

Telephone: 504 586 0725 ext 210

Opening times: Tuesday to Saturday 9:30am-4:30pm, Sunday 12pm-4:30pm (September to May); Monday to Saturday 9:30am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm (June to August). Closed major holidays.

Admission: $8