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Find out more about Shreveport top attractions that you wouldn't want to miss when in town!
Shreveport Visitor’s Center
If it's your first time in Shreveport, be sure to make Shreveport Visitor’s Center one of your first places to visit in Shreveport LA.
Shreveport Visitor’s Center is located within the downtown riverfront area, and it's a nice introduction to Shreveport since you’ll be able to get free maps, book fun tours and talk to the staff to find out nice dining spots, accommodation options, etc.
Spring Street Historical Museum
After visiting the Shreveport tourist center, you may want to visit next the Spring Street Historical Museum since it’s located just up the road.
If you’re a history buff looking to learn about the history of Shreveport, you’ll be glad to know that the Spring Street Historical Museum is free admission, and it's one of the best places to visit in Shreveport LA to see interesting artifacts like firearms, vintage clothing, old maps and more.
Sci-Port Louisiana's Science Center
The Sci-Port Louisiana's Science Center is another top attraction in Shreveport located nearby Shreveport visitor’s center.
The Sci-Port Center is a lovely place to spend a nice family day out with the kids since the center boasts interesting exhibits and offer cool science demonstrations for everyone to enjoy.
The Sci-Port Center also boasts an IMAX thetre, interactive playing areas and educational workshops where you can see the dissection of a shark and cool lab experiments.
Shreveport Riverfront
Shreveport Riverfront is without a doubt, one of the top places to visit in Shreveport LA to enjoy a nice evening out at one of the riverboat casinos such as Sam’s Town Casino, and book cruises of the Red River with Spirit of the Red River Cruise which charge around $12.
Besides the riverboat casinos and river cruises, Shreveport Riverfront is also the home to one of Shreveport’s top festivals - the Red River Revel Arts Festival.
The Red River Revel Arts Festival happens annually in early October, and it’s a cool family event where you can see fine ceramics on display, as well as enjoy live music and face painting competitions.
Red River District
The Red River District is Shreveport’s entertainment hub and a popular nightlife hotspot.
The district is bounded by Market St, Texas St and Clyde Fant Parkway, and it's one of the best places to visit in Shreveport LA to find live music and entertainment venues such as Funny Bone Comedy Club where you can catch some of the best stand-up comedians.
Barnwell Memorial Garden & Art Center
The Barnwell Garden is another popular downtown riverfront attraction that you must add to your list of places to visit in Shreveport LA.
The Barnwell Memorial Garden is both a botanical garden/ art center and it’s a lovely place to relax with family and friends while enjoying a nice picnic.
You can also see interesting art exhibits on display, catch regular evening events and get lovely views of the Red River, the Texas Street Bridge and Bossier City skyline in the distance.
By the way, the Barnwell Garden is located opposite the Riverview Theatre, and it's just a short walk from the Sci-Port Science Center.
Splash Kingdom Water Town
If you’re visiting Shreveport this summer, another fun attraction to add to your list of places to visit in Shreveport LA is Splash Kingdom Water Town.
Splash Kingdom Water Town is located about 20 minutes drive west of Shreveport downtown riverfront, and boasts cool slides, a wave pool and a lazy river.
R.W. Norton Art Gallery
If you’re a fan of art, you wouldn't want to miss visiting the Norton Art Gallery since it's one of the best art places to visit in Louisiana where you can see great art collections on American art.
Besides seeing the art works indoors, you can enjoy guided tours and regular events at the museum, as well as take a nice stroll around the Norton Art Gallery grounds and marvel at the beautiful flower gardens.
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