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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Visit restaurants and antique stores on Olde Towne Slidell Main Street ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Visit the children’s playground in Camp Salmen Nature Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Hike the Tammany Trace, a 31-mile tarred trail

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4. See a performance at the Slidell Little Theatre

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5. Dine with a view of the water at Palmettos on the Bayou

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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6. Taste local specialties at Gallagher’s on Front Street

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7. Order a pizza at The Original Italian Pie

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8. Learn about local history at the FREE Slidell Museum

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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9. Explore the Honey Island Swamp

Romantic Islands
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10. Kayak in Pearl River Wildlife Management Area

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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11. See a performance at the Cutting Edge Theater

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12. See an exhibition at the Northshore Harbor Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: When was Slidell founded and why?
    Answer: Slidell was founded in 1882 during the construction of a major railroad from New Orleans to New York City.
  • Question: Where is Slidell located?
    Answer: Slidell is located on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain in St. Tammany Parish, offering a glimpse of life on the Bayous.
  • Question: What is notable about Slidell’s Main Street?
    Answer: Slidell’s award-winning Main Street provides a charming atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.
  • Question: What outdoor activities can visitors enjoy in Slidell?
    Answer: Visitors can go walking, cycling, or skating along the 31-mile Tammany Trace or take a nature walk in Camp Salmen Nature Park.
  • Question: Where can visitors enjoy Bayou-style dining in Slidell?
    Answer: For a true taste of Bayou-style dining, visitors can head to Palmettos on the Bayou.

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