Things to Do in St. Tammany Parish
St. Tammany Parish is your kind of vacation destination. We've got exciting attractions, beautiful wilderness areas that are easily explored, fabulous shopping. Whether you opt for urban pleasures - art galleries, live music, and inspired cuisine - or restorative days spent in the shade of an ancient oak, your Northshore experience will be an unforgettable one.
Attractions
There’s no shortage of things to do on the Northshore. We’ve got historic sites and museums, swamp tours, places where you can hold an alligator or a feed a family of giraffes, and activities like paddle boarding or skydiving for the adventurous.
Fishing
Reel in a record redfish or trophy trout with one of our expert Charter Captains or cast a line with a lure created by one of three St. Tammany-based lure companies. The Northshore has easy access to many well-known fishing hotspots, like Lake Pontchartrain, the Rigolets, and more.
Outdoors
With over 80,000 acres of wildlife areas easily accessible and explored, the Northshore is a perfect spot to get out into nature and spot resident flora and fauna.
Water Recreation
There's water, water everywhere on the Northshore. Explore our bayous, rivers, or Lake Pontchartrain with a kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or charter.
Shopping
Take home a treasure from one of the many boutiques, art galleries, or antique shops. Explore Olde Towne Slidell, known for its antiques. Or the walkable historic district of Covington (don't miss Columbia Street or Lee Lane). Girod Street in Old Mandeville has some unique finds, too.
Kid-Friendly
Looking for something wild and wonderful to do with the kids on the Northshore? We've got you covered. In St. Tammany, there are plenty of things to do that will make the whole family feel like a kid again.
Itineraries
Adventure-seekers, naturalists, music lovers, and art aficionados will get a head start on planning their Northshore vacation with these sample St. Tammany itineraries. Find the one that speaks to you.
Arts & Entertainment
Live Louisiana Roots music, community theater performances, art expositions and more abound on the Northshore, where creativity and the arts permeate every aspect of our culture.