New Orleans can feel like a totally different world–and I think these places have something to do with that. There are so many little spots to discover and enjoy, it becomes effortless to let your imagination run wild. Here are some of the most charming and whimsical spots you’ll find in the whole city. These fairy tale spots are sure to fuel your creativity. Enjoy!
- Insectarium, 423 Canal St.
facebook.com/audubonnatureinstitute Part of the Audubon Nature Institute, this insectarium is filled with amazing insects in beautiful displays that will fill your heart with wonder.
- Roosevelt Hotel during Christmas, 130 Roosevelt Way
facebook.com/TheRooseveltNewOrleans While this hotel is amazingly beautiful all year round, when Christmas comes it’s a truly gorgeous experience.
- Lighthouse Building, 743 Camp St.
google.com/maps One can only wonder what goes on in this unique building in the middle of the business district of New Orleans—but I always think perhaps there is a princess in this tower?
- Storyland, New Orleans City Park
neworleanscitypark.com Truly a place where fairy tales come alive, Storyland in City Park has over 25 characters from fairy tales that will delight your children and you!
- Little Free Libraries
facebook.com/DeSotoStLittleLibrary These tiny little libraries have popped up all around the city, awesome little huts that allow you to trade books in and out.
- Singing Oak, City Park
Facebook.com / City Park New Orleans Ever since chimes have been set into this tree it has been a gathering place for anyone looking for beauty on an afternoon.
- Alcee Fortier Park, 3100 Esplanade Ave.
Yelp.com / Elaine M. This beautiful little park is a little slice of heaven and is filled with butterflies and beautiful flowers.
- Bullitt-Longenecker House, 3627 Carondelet
Flickr / Jeffrey Beall This private residence is the definition of a “gingerbread house” and always invites onlookers to wonder what may be residing inside.
- Latrobe Park, The End of the French Market
Yelp.com / Gerald H. Blink and you might miss this sunken pocket park in the French Quarter that always has a sweet and laid back vibe.
These parks and places are truly going to make your time in New Orleans just like a fairy tale. Let us know what your experience of these places has been. We love to hear your feedback!
facebook.com/audubonnatureinstitute
Part of the Audubon Nature Institute, this insectarium is filled with amazing insects in beautiful displays that will fill your heart with wonder.
facebook.com/TheRooseveltNewOrleans
While this hotel is amazingly beautiful all year round, when Christmas comes it’s a truly gorgeous experience.
google.com/maps
One can only wonder what goes on in this unique building in the middle of the business district of New Orleans—but I always think perhaps there is a princess in this tower?
neworleanscitypark.com
Truly a place where fairy tales come alive, Storyland in City Park has over 25 characters from fairy tales that will delight your children and you!
facebook.com/DeSotoStLittleLibrary
These tiny little libraries have popped up all around the city, awesome little huts that allow you to trade books in and out.
Facebook.com / City Park New Orleans
Ever since chimes have been set into this tree it has been a gathering place for anyone looking for beauty on an afternoon.
Yelp.com / Elaine M.
This beautiful little park is a little slice of heaven and is filled with butterflies and beautiful flowers.
Flickr / Jeffrey Beall
This private residence is the definition of a “gingerbread house” and always invites onlookers to wonder what may be residing inside.
Yelp.com / Gerald H.
Blink and you might miss this sunken pocket park in the French Quarter that always has a sweet and laid back vibe.
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