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Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
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Ranked #21 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Owner description: The range of the collections include painting, sculpture, photography, self-taught art, ceramics and mixed media by Southern... more » Owner description: The range of the collections include painting, sculpture, photography, self-taught art, ceramics and mixed media by Southern artists. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
Marigny Massage
Marigny Massage
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Ranked #22 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: Now that you are here the path to healing is only a step away. Erika & I are trained in a variety of modalities including:... more » Owner description: Now that you are here the path to healing is only a step away. Erika & I are trained in a variety of modalities including: Table Thai, Deep Tissue, Swedish, Neuromuscular Therapy, Reflexology, Sports Massage, and Chair Massage(Conventions/Parties/Office Visits). I am a Certified Personal Trainer and offer 1/2hr and 1hr sessions as well. « less
Attraction type  Spas
The Presbytere
The Presbytere
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Ranked #23 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 47 reviews
Owner description: Built on the site of the residence of Capuchin monks in 1793, the site is part of the Louisiana State Museum complex and... more » Owner description: Built on the site of the residence of Capuchin monks in 1793, the site is part of the Louisiana State Museum complex and houses the Louisiana Portrait Gallery and historical exhibits. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums; Museums
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
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Ranked #24 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 137 reviews
Founded in 1789, this cemetery is the oldest in New Orleans and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
Audubon Park
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Audubon Park
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Ranked #25 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Owner description: This park is filled with graceful Spanish Oaks and has open spaces perfect for all sorts of recreational activities and... more » Owner description: This park is filled with graceful Spanish Oaks and has open spaces perfect for all sorts of recreational activities and dog-walking. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  3.6 miles from city centre
Louisiana Superdome
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Louisiana Superdome
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Ranked #26 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 54 reviews
This huge domed stadium is the home of the city's NFL team, the New Orleans Saints.
Attraction type  Sports Complexes; Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
Audubon Insectarium
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Audubon Insectarium
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Ranked #27 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 103 reviews

The Audubon Insectarium is the newest attraction in New Orleans - a must for the kids - come inside the historic Custom House and see the world's most common animals - insects... more »

Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
New Orleans Streetcars
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New Orleans Streetcars
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Ranked #28 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 57 reviews
Attraction type  Trams
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
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New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
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Ranked #29 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Owner description: Located at the site of the first licensed apothecary shop, the Pharmacy Museum includes cures for anything that ails you... more » Owner description: Located at the site of the first licensed apothecary shop, the Pharmacy Museum includes cures for anything that ails you including voodoo potions and other weird medicines. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
Lafayette No. 1
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Lafayette No. 1
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Ranked #30 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  1.8 miles from city centre
Edgar Degas House
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Edgar Degas House
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Ranked #31 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Owner description: Once Home to the French Impressionist Edgar Degas, the Degas House Historic Home, Courtyard & Inn is a master-piece of... more » Owner description: Once Home to the French Impressionist Edgar Degas, the Degas House Historic Home, Courtyard & Inn is a master-piece of history and hospitality. It is the only home or studio of Degas anywhere in the world that is open to the public beautifully restored and located on majestic Esplanade Avenue just eleven blocks from the famous French quarter. Extensive collection of Degas' reproductions are available by appointment, and our gift shop offers high quality remembrances of your visit. If a wedding or special event is in your plans, our lovely courtyard and grand parlors will provide the perfect setting for unique and treasured memories for guests and families. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
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Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
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Ranked #32 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4 of 5 stars 215 reviews
Home to sea creatures from the Caribbean, Amazon, Gulf of Mexico and Mississippi River.
Attraction type  Aquariums
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
Backstreet Cultural Museum
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Backstreet Cultural Museum
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Ranked #33 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Hours: Tuesday thru Saturday, 10-5.
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  1.0 miles from city centre
Beauregard-Keyes House
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Beauregard-Keyes House
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Ranked #34 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews

This raised center hall house was built in 1826, for wealthy auctioneer Joseph LeCarpentier. Named for two famous former residents, the Confederate general Pierre Gustave Toutant... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.1 miles from city centre
Lalaurie Mansion
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Lalaurie Mansion
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Ranked #35 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Owner description: Considered one of the most haunted locations in the French Quarter, a peak at this historic mansion (circa 1832) will send... more » Owner description: Considered one of the most haunted locations in the French Quarter, a peak at this historic mansion (circa 1832) will send chills up and down your spine. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.1 miles from city centre
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
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Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
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Ranked #36 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4 of 5 stars 37 reviews

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve is actually several parks combined under one name.  The park has a big mission -- to tell the story of the place and the people... more »

Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; National Parks
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
Tipitina's
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Tipitina's
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Ranked #37 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  2.9 miles from city centre
Cabildo
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Cabildo
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Ranked #38 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Owner description: The 19th-century building that housed the old Spanish government has been rebuilt as a museum covering the history of... more » Owner description: The 19th-century building that housed the old Spanish government has been rebuilt as a museum covering the history of Louisiana through the Civil War. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Historic Sites; Museums
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
The New Orleans Artworks at the New Orleans GlassWorks & Printmaking Studio
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Ranked #39 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: The New Orleans School of GlassWorks and Printmaking Studio is a non-profit, 501(c)3 institution, founded in 1990, as a... more » Owner description: The New Orleans School of GlassWorks and Printmaking Studio is a non-profit, 501(c)3 institution, founded in 1990, as a facility devoted to enriching the cultural lives of all who visit the school, studio, and changing exhibitions. The educational programming offered at the GlassWorks & Print Studio includes FREE daily demonstrations, workshops, and year-round classes for adults and young adults in printmaking and bookbinding. The school has grown to be the largest open-working studio and exhibition gallery of glass, metal, and print facility in the entire Southern United States. « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
Canal Street / Algiers Ferry
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Canal Street / Algiers Ferry
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Ranked #40 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4 of 5 stars 66 reviews
Owner description: See the city skyline from the Mississippi River for free. Nothing fancy, but kids are sure to love the pelicans and... more » Owner description: See the city skyline from the Mississippi River for free. Nothing fancy, but kids are sure to love the pelicans and photographers will love the sights on the way to historic Algiers. « less
Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
Faubourg Marigny
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Faubourg Marigny
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Ranked #41 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
A charming historic district of New Orleans dating back to the early 1800s.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
Entergy IMAX Theatre
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Ranked #42 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews

The IMAX is OPEN. more »

Attraction type  Cinemas
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
Chalmette National Historical Park
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Chalmette National Historical Park
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Ranked #43 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4 of 5 stars 24 reviews

Good news from Chalmette Battlefield----it's now open. It's one of the six sites of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, and although one trail is closed at one... more »

Attraction type  National Parks; Battlefields
Distance  5.6 miles from city centre
S.S. Natchez
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S.S. Natchez
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Ranked #44 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4 of 5 stars 41 reviews
The Mississippi still caries a few steamboats, one of them is the mighty Natchez.
Attraction type  Ships
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
Louisiana Children's Museum
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Louisiana Children's Museum
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Ranked #45 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 28 reviews
Owner description: This museum has interactive exhibits, such as one that allows children to learn broadcasting by reading in front of a real... more » Owner description: This museum has interactive exhibits, such as one that allows children to learn broadcasting by reading in front of a real camera. « less
Attraction type  Children’s Museums; Speciality Museums
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
Confederate Memorial Museum
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Confederate Memorial Museum
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Ranked #46 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Owner description: The oldest surviving museum in Louisiana houses the second largest collection of Confederate memorabilia, most of which is in... more » Owner description: The oldest surviving museum in Louisiana houses the second largest collection of Confederate memorabilia, most of which is in vintage condition. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Speciality Museums; Museums
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
Howl At The Moon
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Ranked #47 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Attraction type  Bar/ Clubs; Performances; Piano Bar
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
Historic New Orleans Collection
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Historic New Orleans Collection
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Ranked #48 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
History museum offering information on the culture of New Orleans and Louisiana.
Attraction type  Museums; History Museums
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
Louisiana State Museum (The 1850 House)
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Louisiana State Museum (The 1850 House)
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Ranked #49 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4 of 5 stars 23 reviews
A huge museum dedicated to the history and culture of Louisiana.
Attraction type  History Museums; Museums
Distance  1.0 miles from city centre
Haunted Houses
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Ranked #50 of 152 Attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Tours are offered of these historic French Quarter homes, allegedly inhabited by the famed ghosts of New Orleans.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Mysterious Sites
Distance  2.1 miles from city centre
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