Shreveport-Bossier Family Adventure Guide

Shreveport-Bossier, LA

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Shreveport-Bossier is filled with family-friendly experiences that are sure to make memories that will last a lifetime. You and your kiddos can enjoy everything from zip-lining over alligators and petting stingrays to exploring art galleries and learning about chimpanzees. For a complete list of familyfriendly things to do and for the latest destination information, visit

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CHIMP HAVEN DISCOVERY DAYS

13600 Chimpanzee Pl., Keithville 318-925-9575 www.chimphaven.org $10 This forested chimpanzee sanctuary is home to more than 300 chimpanzees, most of whom were previously used in biomedical research. Chimp Haven is open to the public a few days a year for Chimpanzee Discovery Days, which allow visitors to observe the chimpanzees in their forested habitats, experience interactive stations, and hear chats from expert staff about chimp behaviors, veterinary care, enrichment, and more. Visit the sanctuary’s website for dates and other visiting opportunities.

GATORS AND FRIENDS ADVENTURE PARK

11441 Hwy. 80, Greenwood 318-938-1199 www.gatorsandfriends.com Admission $7-$10, Zip-line $35-$60 Bring the family to Gators and Friends Adventure Park to pet a baby alligator, see alligator feedings, ride ponies, enjoy a petting zoo, zip-line over alligators, and race high-speed go-karts.

JUBILEE ZOO - PETTING ZOO & PLAY PLACE

6402 Hwy. 1, Shreveport 318-929-7387 www.jubileezoo.com $8-$12 Visit Jubilee Zoo - Petting Zoo and Play Place to pet and feed animals, ride ponies, tour the zoo on a hayride, cool off on a splash pad, or picnic in the playground.

RED RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

150 Eagle Bend Pt., Bossier City 318-742-1219 www.fws.gov/refuge/red_river FREE Explore the great outdoors at a nature conservation area protected by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The refuge features six miles of trails, fishing, an exhibition, wildlife viewing and environmental education.

ARTSPACE

708 Texas St., Shreveport 318-673-6535 www.artspaceshreveport.com FREE Visit Artspace’s rotating art exhibitions featuring regional and local artists. Shop for locally made products such as artwork, prints, jewelry, clothing, and more in the gift shop.

BOSSIER ARTS COUNCIL

630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City 318-741-8310 www.bossierarts.org FREE See rotating local and regional art exhibitions and shop for local artisan creations in the gift shop.

LOUISIANA STATE EXHIBIT MUSEUM

3015 Greenwood Rd., Shreveport 318-632-2020 www.laexhibitmuseum.org FREE Tour more than 20 unique dioramas in a building noted for its architecture.

Open since 1939, Louisiana State Exhibit Museum displays Native American artifacts from the Caddo Nation, a monumental fresco and more.

O.F.F. LIMITS PAINTBALL

610 Robinson Rd., Elm Grove 318-987-2696 www.offlimitspaintball.com $30 Experience the thrill of the game at Louisiana’s oldest and largest paintball facility. O.F.F. Limits Paintball features 13 playing fields on over 50 acres, picnic tables and concessions. | Ages 8 and up

MARLENE YU MUSEUM

710 Travis St., Shreveport 318-717-9111 www.marleneyumuseum.org $5-$10 Enjoy contemporary art exhibitions and mural-sized, nature-inspired paintings by artist and namesake Marlene Tseng Yu at Rainforest Art Foundation HQ.

MULTICULTURAL CENTER OF THE SOUTH

520 Spring St., Shreveport 318-424-1380 www.mccsouth.org $2 Learn about the rich diversity and history of northwest Louisiana at this museum. Take a journey to distant lands to learn about the practices and traditions transported to America by past and present day immigrants.

R.W. NORTON ART GALLERY

4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport 318-865-4201 www.rwnaf.org FREE Explore thousands of American and European paintings, sculptures and artifacts at Shreveport’s largest museum. R.W. Norton Art Gallery features 40 beautifully landscaped acres with azalea gardens, trails, fountains and more.

SCI-PORT DISCOVERY CENTER

820 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport 318-424-3466 www.sciport.org $15-$25 Explore two floors of hands-on exhibits that encourage all ages to explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and math. The center features the only IMAX Dome Theater in Louisiana, Gallery of Intrigue, PoP Children’s Museum, and laser Space Dome Planetarium.

SPLASH KINGDOM WATERPARK

7670 W. 70th St., Shreveport 318-938-5475 www.splashkingdomwaterpark.com $15-$25 Visit Splash Kingdom Waterpark to enjoy cool summer attractions like the Bonzai Thrill Slide, two kids’ areas, lazy river and wave pool. The waterpark offers free tubes and life vests. Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

SHREVEPORT AQUARIUM

601 Clyde Fant Pwky., Shreveport 318-383-0601 www.shreveportaquarium.com $12-$15, free for children 2 and under Marvel at the variety in the freshwater domed gallery and travel to the deep to visit the strange creatures that lurk in the dark. Guests can also get up close and personal with sharks, rays, jellyfish, and a host of other creatures in one of the many touch tanks.

SHREVEPORT WATER WORKS MUSEUM

142 N. Common St., Shreveport 318-221-3388 www.shreveportwaterworks.org FREE See an engineering marvel from the Victorian era. This National Historic Landmark is a rare, intact steam-powered water works.

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY MUSEUM OF ART AT SHREVEPORT

610 Texas St., Shreveport 318-670-9631 www.susla.edu FREE Browse the extensive collection of African and African-American art and artifacts at Southern University Museum of Art at Shreveport. The museum is located on the Metro campus of Southern University at Shreveport in downtown Shreveport.

SPRING STREET MUSEUM

525 N. Spring St., Shreveport 318-424-0964 www.springstreetmuseum.org FREE Learn about the history of Shreveport’s early days with interactive exhibits and artifacts documenting Shreveport’s infamous Red Light District, Civil War history and more.

AIR U TRAMPOLINE PARK

424 Ashley Ridge Blvd., Shreveport 318-606-2367 www.airu-shreveport.com $8-$12 Energize the whole family at Air-U Trampoline Park. This indoor trampoline center offers open jump sessions and dodgeball.

ALTITUDE TRAMPOLINE PARK

2917 Douglas Dr., Bossier City 318-716-1711 www.altitudebossier.com $7-$12 Jump around Altitude Trampoline Park, an indoor trampoline center featuring two dodge ball court areas, basketball court, a foam pit, and a ninja course.

G-ROCK CLIMBING

731 American Way, Shreveport 318-734-0197 www.grockclimbing.com $12-$20 Sharpen your mind and body at this unique rock-climbing facility that offers glow-in-the-dark sessions, training programs and more.

EAST BANK DISTRICT

318-741-8310 400-1100 Blocks of Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City www.bossierarts.org Bossier City’s new entertainment and arts district includes Flying Heart Brewery, cafes, shops, an art center, businesses, and East Bank Plaza, which hosts festivals and community events.

ESCAPE SBC

2708 Plantation Dr., Bossier City 318-564-8668 8856 Youree Dr., Shreveport 318-564-8668 www.escapesbc.com $22-$25 Groups of 2-8 players have to crack codes, find clues and solve puzzles to complete a mission in under an hour in this immersive game.

Information in this guide is carefully compiled to ensure maximum accuracy. The Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau, its staff and its agents cannot and do not guarantee the accuracy of all information furnished to them nor the complete absence of errors or omissions. All rights reserved, including the right to reprint this book, or portions thereof, in any form.

HOLIDAY LANES

3316 Old Minden Rd., Bossier City 318-746-7331 www.bowlholidaylanes.com $2-$30 Holiday Lanes features retro bowling lanes, glow-in-the-dark bowling, bar and lounge area, café, and a new state-of-the-art arcade with 44 games.

LOUISIANA BOARDWALK OUTLETS

540 Boardwalk Blvd., Bossier City 318-752-1455 www.louisianaboardwalk.com The Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets consists of more than 60 retail stores and restaurants, Island Fun Arcade, and a carousel located on the scenic riverfront in Bossier City.

RED HERRING ESCAPE ROOMS

3616 Youree Dr., Shreveport 318-861-0001 www.redherringescape.com $25 Enjoy interactive and unplugged entertainment for adventurers. Two or more players are “locked” in a room and have one hour to escape using teamwork and creative thinking. | Ages 10 and up

ROBINSON FILM CENTER

617 Texas St., Shreveport 318-459-4122 www.robinsonfilmcenter.org $6.50 Enjoy a one-of-a-kind movie-going experience at Robinson Film Center. The center showcases independent, international and classic cinema Tuesday-Sunday in two movie theaters. Guests can also dine at Abby Singer’s Bistro, located upstairs.

PARTY CENTRAL FAMILY FUN CENTER

4401 Viking Dr., Bossier City 318-742-7529 www.partycentralinfo.com $2-$9 per attraction Party Central features an arcade, jungle gym, go-karts, kiddie rides, miniature golf, batting cages, bungee trampoline, and rock climbing.

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