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French Market

1008 North Peters Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

Existing on the exact same site since 1791, the French Market is the oldest public market in the United States, offering historic restaurants and all kinds of shopping. The Market takes place in the historic French Quarter, blocks south of Jackson Square. Visitors to the market can also enjoy a week... more »
Existing on the exact same site since 1791, the French Market is the oldest public market in the United States, offering historic restaurants and all kinds of shopping. The Market takes place in the historic French Quarter, blocks south of Jackson Square. Visitors to the market can also enjoy a weekly performance by NOCCA Jazz Band, in the Flea Market.

Audubon Park

6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118

The 400-acre historic Audubon Park houses the Audubon Zoo, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and the Entergy IMAX Theatre, in addition to other parks and educational facilities dedicated to the appreciation of nature. Containing some of the most popular family-oriented attractions in New Orleans, ... more »
The 400-acre historic Audubon Park houses the Audubon Zoo, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and the Entergy IMAX Theatre, in addition to other parks and educational facilities dedicated to the appreciation of nature. Containing some of the most popular family-oriented attractions in New Orleans, the Audubon Nature Institute complex features indoor and outdoor animal exhibits, educational film and beautiful parks. For a nominal fee, visitors who purchase a combination pass for more than one attraction can ride the Audubon Express Shuttle between points. Formerly the site of the 1884 World's Fair, the park is located on the riverfront in downtown New Orleans, just south of the Loyola University - New Orleans campus.

Riverwalk Marketplace

1 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70130

At nearly half a mile long, the Riverwalk Marketplace is one of New Orleans' premiere shopping centers. The mall sits at the site of the 1984 World's Fair, along the banks of the Mississippi, and within walking distance from the French Quarter. Visitors will find a plethora of eateries, as well, incl... more »
At nearly half a mile long, the Riverwalk Marketplace is one of New Orleans' premiere shopping centers. The mall sits at the site of the 1984 World's Fair, along the banks of the Mississippi, and within walking distance from the French Quarter. Visitors will find a plethora of eateries, as well, including Creole Delicacies Cafe and an expansive food court for a wider selection.

National D-Day Museum

945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Founded by famed author and historian Stephen Ambrose, The National World War II Museum has been named by the United State's government as the official World War II museum for the entire country. The museum is located south of the French Quarter, within walking distance of Lafayette Square. Visitors ... more »
Founded by famed author and historian Stephen Ambrose, The National World War II Museum has been named by the United State's government as the official World War II museum for the entire country. The museum is located south of the French Quarter, within walking distance of Lafayette Square. Visitors can follow the different aspects and stages of the second World War through interactive exhibits, such as a recreation of the sands of Normandy Beach which includes the positions of the amphibious assault vehicles.

Contemporary Arts Center

900 Camp St, New Orleans, LA 70130

The Contemporary Arts Center has dedicated itself to being a multi-discipline arts center and features a 10,000 square-foot gallery space with rotating exhibitions. The center is the "gateway" to the downtown area's Arts District, and is within walking distance of the Riverwalk Marketplace. The cen... more »
The Contemporary Arts Center has dedicated itself to being a multi-discipline arts center and features a 10,000 square-foot gallery space with rotating exhibitions. The center is the "gateway" to the downtown area's Arts District, and is within walking distance of the Riverwalk Marketplace. The center is home to the Schramel Conservatory of Dance and the New Orleans Ballet Theatre, allowing them studio and performance space.

Louisiana State Museum

751 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70116

The Louisiana State Museum is New Orleans' most prominent heritage attraction, housing thousands of artifacts and works of art representative of the state's colorful history and cultural diversity. Visitors may view permanent collections in the areas of visual arts, jazz, costumes and textiles, and s... more »
The Louisiana State Museum is New Orleans' most prominent heritage attraction, housing thousands of artifacts and works of art representative of the state's colorful history and cultural diversity. Visitors may view permanent collections in the areas of visual arts, jazz, costumes and textiles, and science and technology, as well as exhibits including photos of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The Museum operates five properties in the famous French Quarter: the Cabildo, Presbytere, 1850 House, Old U.S. Mint and Madame John's Legacy.

Aquarium of the Americas

1 Canal St Fry, New Orleans, LA 70130

The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas is one of the nations most respected of its kind, featuring 10,000 animals that represent more than 530 species of animals. The aquarium is located on the southeast corner of the French Quarter, near the Shoppes at Canal Place. The Gulf of Mexico exhibit, which fe... more »
The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas is one of the nations most respected of its kind, featuring 10,000 animals that represent more than 530 species of animals. The aquarium is located on the southeast corner of the French Quarter, near the Shoppes at Canal Place. The Gulf of Mexico exhibit, which features three species of sharks, is the site's largest, holding over 400,000 gallons of water in a 17-foot high tank.

Entergy Imax Theater

1 Canal St Fry, New Orleans, LA 70130

One of only six screens of its kind in the nation, the Entergy IMAX Theater brings to the audience nature's greatest spectacles in mind-blowing widescreen. The theatre is located in Audubon Park next door to the Aquarium of the Americas. In the past shows at the IMAX have been about nature's killer... more »
One of only six screens of its kind in the nation, the Entergy IMAX Theater brings to the audience nature's greatest spectacles in mind-blowing widescreen. The theatre is located in Audubon Park next door to the Aquarium of the Americas. In the past shows at the IMAX have been about nature's killer, the shark, and the affects of hurricanes on the bayou.
 

New Orleans Museum of Art

1 Collins Diboll Cir, New Orleans, LA 70124

The New Orleans Museum of Art, the city's oldest art exhibitor, features a permanent collection that has some 40,000 pieces originating from Japan, France, Africa, and America. The museum is located in Delgado City Park, just across Carrollton Avenue from the Fair Grounds Race Course. Also featured ... more »
The New Orleans Museum of Art, the city's oldest art exhibitor, features a permanent collection that has some 40,000 pieces originating from Japan, France, Africa, and America. The museum is located in Delgado City Park, just across Carrollton Avenue from the Fair Grounds Race Course. Also featured at the museum is the beautiful Besthoff Sculpture Garden, featuring nearly 50 sculptures artfully placed around a meandering path lined with Spanish oak.
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