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Ranked #31 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Good Aquarium” 13/06/2013
- “Just like any other aquarium” 13/06/2013
Category: Aquariums
Home to sea creatures from the Caribbean, Amazon, Gulf of Mexico and Mississippi River.
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Ranked #32 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Glad i went in” 16/06/2013
- “New Orleans Pharmacy Museum” 14/06/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
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Located at the site of the first licensed apothecary shop, the Pharmacy Museum includes cures for anything that ails you...
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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.
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Ranked #33 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Lousy seats.” 30/05/2013
- “SUPERDOME” 26/05/2013
Category: Sports Complexes; Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
This huge domed stadium is the home of the city's NFL team, the New Orleans Saints.
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Ranked #34 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Ahhh” 28/05/2013
- “The legends live on” 26/05/2013
Category: Parks; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #35 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “A pleasant French Quarter diversion” 25/03/2013
- “Drop In and See what New Orleans was l...” 17/03/2013
Category: Museums; History Museums
History museum offering information on the culture of New Orleans and Louisiana.
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Ranked #36 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Well done!” 15/06/2013
- “Multinational history in one city” 09/06/2013
Category: History Museums; Historic Sites; Museums
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The 19th-century building that housed the old Spanish government has been rebuilt as a museum covering the history of...
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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.
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Ranked #37 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Decent museum for 6 bucks” 13/06/2013
- “Katrina chaos softened by Mardi Gras” 09/06/2013
Category: Speciality Museums; Museums
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Built on the site of the residence of Capuchin monks in 1793, the site is part of the Louisiana State Museum complex and...
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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.
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Ranked #38 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Geat Free Music” 15/06/2013
- “neat park” 27/04/2013
Category: Jazz Bars; Historic Sites
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Ranked #39 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Excellent tour” 18/06/2013
- “History and free art gallery tour” 09/06/2013
Category: Historic Sites
This 19th-century house offers demonstrations of what life was like for a typical Creole family in the 1800s.
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Ranked #40 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Very authentic, atmospheric example of...” 02/04/2013
- “Great tour of French Quarter house” 25/03/2013
Category: Historic Sites; History Museums
This historic home, built in 1857 by James Gallier, Jr., now serves as a museum. Tours are available Monday-Friday.
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Ranked #41 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Not as big as expected.” 04/06/2013
- “Interesting museum for Civil War buffs” 25/05/2013
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Ranked #42 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Relaxing Day - VERY enjoyable!” 10/06/2013
- “Overrated” 06/06/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Eclectic collectors and professional browsers will love this six-mile long street which starts at the French Quarter and is...
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Eclectic collectors and professional browsers will love this six-mile long street which starts at the French Quarter and is known worldwide for its antiques and art.
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Ranked #43 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “surprisingly interesting” 13/05/2013
- “Beautiful historic area close to city” 05/05/2013
Category: National Parks; Battlefields
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 »
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Ranked #44 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Safe and wonderful.” 11/06/2013
- “Tomb Town, too” 02/06/2013
Category: Cemeteries
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Ranked #45 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Such beauty, peace and traditional” 06/04/2013
- “Now this is an old school Catholic Chu...” 14/03/2013
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
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A National Historic Landmark, Old St. Patrick's Church is one of only two early landmarks of distinction left in Lafayette...
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A National Historic Landmark, Old St. Patrick's Church is one of only two early landmarks of distinction left in Lafayette Square, the other being Gallier Hall. Irish immigrants built the Gothic-style church in 1840 to rival the French St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square.
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Ranked #46 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Nice quite place to visit” 17/06/2013
- “The Oldest Structure in the Mississipp...” 30/04/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
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Dating back to the mid-18th century, this convent housed the famous Sisters of Ursula, among the female pioneers of New...
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Dating back to the mid-18th century, this convent housed the famous Sisters of Ursula, among the female pioneers of New Orleans.
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Ranked #47 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Beautiful house” 29/05/2013
- “Creepy!!” 10/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Considered one of the most haunted locations in the French Quarter, a peak at this historic mansion (circa 1832) will send...
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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.
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Ranked #48 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Place to go for local and hard to find...” 25/05/2013
- “If I could live here, I would” 14/03/2013
Category: Speciality Shops
An excellent record store specializing in music with New Orleans origins.
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Ranked #49 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “The spirit will move you!” 10/06/2013
- “You will feel the LOVE....” 26/05/2013
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #50 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “My all time favorite!!” 09/06/2013
- “Nice neighborhood theatre (rare today...” 02/02/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #51 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Civil War History” 16/06/2013
- “Civil War History” 28/05/2013
Category: History Museums; Speciality Museums; Museums
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The oldest surviving museum in Louisiana houses the second largest collection of Confederate memorabilia, most of which is in...
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The oldest surviving museum in Louisiana houses the second largest collection of Confederate memorabilia, most of which is in vintage condition.
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Ranked #52 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “A MUST if you are visiting with kids!” 14/04/2013
- “Great spot for kids.” 01/04/2013
Category: Children’s Museums; Speciality Museums
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This museum has interactive exhibits, such as one that allows children to learn broadcasting by reading in front of a real...
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This museum has interactive exhibits, such as one that allows children to learn broadcasting by reading in front of a real camera.
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Ranked #53 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Everyone should visit a cemetery befor...” 27/05/2013
- “Excellent Tombs” 24/04/2013
Category: Cemeteries
St Louis Cemetary No.3 is walking distance from the New Orleans Museum of Art. If you are traveling by car , there are newly paved roads to drive in and pick a spot in the... more »
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Ranked #54 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Hurricane” 06/06/2013
- “Say NO to Hurricane on the Bayou” 27/05/2013
Category: Cinemas
The IMAX is OPEN. more »
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Ranked #55 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “The home of Jazz Fest!” 04/06/2013
- “jazzfest 2013” 07/05/2013
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields; Horse Tracks
Popular track for thoroughbred horse racing.
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Ranked #56 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Causeway” 17/06/2013
- “Great causeway!” 04/06/2013
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #57 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Different!” 20/12/2012
- “Safe on Sunday mornings” 24/11/2012
Category: Cemeteries
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Ranked #58 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “Your first stop in New Orleans” 30/04/2013
- “Go here!” 13/01/2013
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
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New Orleans' premier Visitor Information & Cultural Center located in the old Southern Railway Building at the entrance to...
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New Orleans' premier Visitor Information & Cultural Center located in the old Southern Railway Building at the entrance to the historic French Quarter. Exhibits from all major museums, New Orleans introductory film, Side Track Coffee Bar, Streetcar Store gift shop and numerous colorful artifacts are offered. The 4th floor Gold Room and outdoor terrace are perfect venues for private functions with sweeping views of French Quarter and central business district.
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Ranked #59 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “very interesting history and story of...” 06/06/2013
- “Looked foreward to this tour for years...” 03/06/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Once Home to the French Impressionist Edgar Degas, the Degas House Historic Home, Courtyard & Inn is a master-piece of...
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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.
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Ranked #60 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
- “A pleasant diversion” 12/06/2013
- “Steamboat Natchez” 09/06/2013
Category: Ships
The Mississippi still caries a few steamboats, one of them is the mighty Natchez.
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