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New Orleans, with its richly old buildings, its sly, sophisticated - sometimes almost disreputable - air, and its Hispanic-Gallic traditions, has more the flavor of an old European capital than an American city. Townhouses in...
While traveling this summer, my family and I stopped in New Orleans, LA to check out the city. We stopped at the Aquarium of the Americas. I must say that it is the best aquarium that I have ever been to. We went on a Monday in August, so it wasn't...
The Aquarium was a welcome relief for our group. We went to New Orleans to see the zoo and aquarium specifically. Our visit was on fathers day weekend. The air conditioning was great. The children did not want to leave. We were able to see many different...
We are New Orleans residents and love our aquarium! It's a great place to go anytime, but especially on our unbearably hot summer days or when it's too cold outside for the kids. Our preschool age girls have a wonderful time exploring the canopy of the...
Pros: inexpensive, educational and fun Cons: gift shop can be expensive
If you are in New Orleans, try to take some time out to visit this wonderful Aquarium. Set on the Mississippi River this aquarium reflects the aquatic wildlife of the world and of the local southern area.
Pros: Wide variety of exotic animals, very affordable, something the whole family can enjoy. Cons: Not as large as one would expect it to be, traffic there can be quite congested--if at all possible, take a cab!
I survived a trip to the Aquarium of the Americas on a Saturday in September with my husband, my then six year old son and my parents-in-law. Not only did I survive it--we all had a wonderful time!!! It was so clean and well organized. Though it...
Pros: Wonderful exhibits, terrific atmosphere! Cons: Parking can be a challenge...take the trolley!
My family's visit to the Aquarium of the Americas was a memorable one. We all had a terrific time, and thoroughly enjoyed the "under the sea" atmosphere of the walk-thru (and under) aquarium. Note to parents: my son had purchased a balloon sculpture...
Pros: The best aquarium in the United States! Cons: None
I have visited the major aquariums in the U.S. including the National Aquarium in D.C., Monterrey Aquarium in California, Dallas Aquarium, etc. and I definitely consider the Aquarium of the Americas superior to all considering the diversity of exhibits....
Pros: ADVENTURE,FAMILY-ORIENTED, EDUCATIONAL,FUN-FILLED DAY! Cons: LARGE OPEN AREA WITH PLENTY OF WALKING!
The Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans, Louisiana is worth every penny of the admission price for both young and old. The exhibits are colorful, very eye-appearing, and keeps you wondering what is coming up next. My children love to go to The...
The Audubon Institute Aquarium of the Americas is a great place for all people: children, teens, or adults. With a variety of many different animals, you will be amazed at every turn. The animals are beautiful, but not only are the animals beautiful but...
Pros: Large variety of animals Cons: Can not think of any cons
This aquarium is very interesting and fun, fun, fun!
There are so many different species of animals and fish. We went there because my husband loves fish. I myself was going for him. Boy did I get a surprise. This place is gorgeous with...
Pros: healthy, variety of animals and exhibits Cons: sometimes crowded
My visit to the New Orleans Aquarium was absolutely magnificent. I enjoyed it throughly. I must say it was one of the best animals preserves/exhibits I've ever been too. You didn't see a single animal there that didn't seem happy to be there and almost...
Last spring break I went to New Orleans. New Orleans is a awesome place to go. One of my Favorite attractions was the Aquarium of the Americas. This place is great for everyone; from the people who love nature to families with kids of all ages. There...
Pros: Exhibits, animals Cons: A little costly, but coupons are out there.
Ahh New Orleans, so much to do so little time. I finally got down to the old Crescent City this year and tried to do it all. I made sure I got to visit the Audobon's Aquarium of the Americas right on the riverfront. This was perhaps one of the most...
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