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Watch large alligators being fed or look at deer, kangaroos goats, cotamundi, emu, etc; alternatively, do something a bit more bold and hold a baby gator. Also go-carting and ziplining.
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America's largest garden park dedicated to roses, and is home to the American Rose Society.
Small water park in the western part of the city. Slides and other rides available for all age ranges. Standard theme park food is available for moderate prices ($7 for a single meat cheeseburger).
Built in 1939, this museum that contains several dioramas and exhibits of Louisiana life and industries, such as sugar cane, salt mining, and rice. The circular museum is built in the architectural style of the period and has lots of places to sit and appreciate the exhibits. Rotating art and history exhibits come through the museum and can be reserved for special events.
Historic auditorium built in 1929, where the Louisiana Hayride has been recorded since 1948. There are statues of Elvis Presley and James Burton, both of whom played here, in front. This neighborhood is safe during daytime, but should be avoided after dark.
RFC is a venue of independent, international, and classic cinema in downtown Shreveport. In addition to their daily film programming, they offer film and media production classes for all ages. Abby Singer's Bistro is on the second floor of the Robinson Film Center offering a full-service bistro and bar.
World-class art gallery on Creswell Ave., near Line Ave. and Pierremont Rd. It is free to view the collection as well as the grounds, which are finely landscaped and located in a beautiful upscale neighborhood.