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Census-designated place in Louisiana, United States
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Jefferson is an unincorporated area in Louisiana's Jefferson Parish along the East Bank the Mississippi River, just upriver from New Orleans. Jefferson has few attractions, but is close to New Orleans, Louisiana's largest city and main visitor attraction.
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The remains of a US Civil War fortification. Usually fenced off behind locked gates. Once a year, it is open to visitors for free on "Camp Parapet Day" in November.
Po boys, fried chicken, and creole dishes.
Location of small local diner chain.
Coffee, breakfast, lunch.
Lunch only.
Hotel connected to the Ochsner Medical Center. Heated outdoor pool, jacuzzi, and fitness center available. All rooms include a microwave and refrigerator.
Free high speed internet available. Microwave and refrigerators in room.
Flea market with a large selection of garden pottery and iron, among other items.
From Armstrong New Orleans Airport or Interstate-10, take the Causeway Boulevard exit; Jefferson is near the river end.
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