It’s tough to find a more family-friendly city than Metairie. We’ve got all the perks of being near New Orleans and the French Quarter, with the small-town atmosphere you can only find in the suburbs.

Located on the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain, there’s plenty here to see and do. The National World War II museum is just five miles away. It’s a great place to take visitors to see a wide array of artifacts and first-person oral accounts of the industrial leaps made during the war. You’ll get to tour and ride on an authentically restored PT-boat, and see an impressive collection of memorabilia.

After the museum, stop and tour the famous Garden District. The historic homes and mansions are still in pristine condition. Learn about the antebellum mansions and their owners, from Jefferson Davis to Anne Rice. Stop and see the Civil War-era Opera Guild Home.

If you’re looking for a tranquil spot, head over to Lafreniere Park. This lush green space features fountains, landscaped gardens, and family picnic areas. It’s a great place to go hiking, fishing, boating or play Frisbee golf. The 2-mile jogging path and sports fields are a favorite among locals.

You can shop till you drop at Lakeside Shopping Center. With more than 130 shops and restaurants, there’s something there for everyone. LaMadeleine French Bakery and Cafe has a chicken Parisean sandwich that’s to die for. Their dinner crepes are also worth trying. Leave room for dessert. Their strawberries Romanoff are legendary.

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