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Elliott Homes communities are just a short drive away from the New Orleans-The Big Easy!

Do you know what’s great about living in coastal Mississippi? You’re perfectly positioned for a day trip to New Orleans, Louisiana! Our Elliott Homes communities are just a short drive away from the Big Easy, where you can partake in enough food, fun and history to last a lifetime. 

Things to Do Uptown

One popular New Orleans attraction is the Audubon Zoo. Located in historic Uptown New Orleans, the Audubon Zoo is a can’t-miss for animal lovers! The Audubon Zoo is home to animals from around the globe and offers its visitors engaging educational programs and animal encounters. Another must-see attraction for animal lovers is the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas. This top-ranked aquarium features more than 3,600 animals from more than 250 species and offers visitors an unforgettable glimpse beneath the water.

Fabulous Restaurants in the Big Easy

After you visit the attractions the Audubon Nature Institute provides, you can stop and eat at any of New Orleans’ fabulous restaurants, such as Cafe Du Monde, Dooky Chase’s or Brennan’s Restaurant. Once you’re done eating, walk around the city and go shopping, visiting Voodoo stores, art galleries, clothing boutiques, bookstores and more! If you plan your trip to New Orleans at the right time, you can catch Mardi Gras celebrations in the French Quarter. Join the city in celebrating Carnival with tons of eating, bead-tossing and parading leading up to Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras). This is only the tip of the iceberg. Don’t miss out on the fun in New Orleans, Louisiana! Plan your trip today!