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Culture and Traveler's Guide

Metro Area: Jefferson Parish, a major part of Greater New Orleans, is an area of fascinating contrasts to entice the entire family. Enjoy a marshland excursion in the Jean Lafitte National Park, a visit to Rivertown U.S.A., a historical and cultural district in a Victorian setting or a free ferry ride to visit the National Historic Districts of Algiers Point and Gretna which offer a variety of museums, historic sites and homes. Mardi Gras, the area's most famous festival, brings two weeks of parades and balls in the early spring. For more information, contact: Jefferson Convention & Visitors Bureau.

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  • Area Culture and Traveler's Guide, with a Tour
  • Listings for Travelers: Attractions, Dining, Lodging and More

    Grande Isle: In a distant corner of Jefferson Parish, 50 miles south of metropolitan New Orleans, is Grand Isle on the Gulf of Mexico. It is the only inhabited barrier island in Louisiana. Summer, fall, winter or spring, this small town has some of the best fishing found anywhere in the world. You can try fishing by charter/personal boat, in the surf, or from our "Old Fishin' Bridge" for speckled trout, redfish, black drum, white trout, sheepshead and flounder. There are motels, charter boats, marinas, seafood wholesalers, supermarkets, lounges, restaurants, craft/souvenir stores and tackle shops on the island. The seafood industry makes a big impact on visitors. Many wish to purchase seafood at wholesale prices. Fresh seafood is the key ingredient for our Cajun recipes. You can't get any fresher than from the water to your plate! Migratory birds flock to the island in winter for birdwatchers. We welcome you to come!

    For more information, contact: Grand Isle Tourist Commission.

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  • Area Culture and Traveler's Guide, with a Tour
  • Listings for Travelers: Attractions, Dining, Lodging and More
  • Grand Isle State Park

    Credit: Louisiana Office of Tourism.

    • Geography and Statistics

    • Our population is 448306 people in 185072 households.
    • The land area is 305.9 square miles (195793 acres); the water area is 336.5 square miles (215358 acres).
    • Jefferson Parish is located at latitude 29.72 degrees North, longitude 90.10 degrees West.
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