Things to do in New Orleans
Popular picks: Explore the French Quarter · Visit the National WWII Museum · Take a steamboat cruise on the Mississippi River · Tour the historic Garden District · Attend a jazz concert on Frenchmen Street · Visit the New Orleans Museum of Art · Explore the local markets · Experience a voodoo tour · Take a cooking class to learn local cuisine · Visit the historic cemeteries · Enjoy the nightlife on Bourbon Street · Attend the Mardi Gras festivities · Visit the Audubon Zoo · Take a ghost tour · Relax in City Park
The Historic New Orleans CollectionFree4.8A premier French Quarter museum showcasing regional history and local culture
Audubon ParkFree4.7An iconic urban oasis with historic live oaks in Uptown New Orleans
New Orleans Botanical Garden$4.7Explore lush tropical displays and scenic themed gardens in City Park
Congo SquareFree4.6Historic open plaza celebrating African roots, music, and New Orleans culture
Ogden Museum of Southern Art$$4.6Explore the vibrant art and culture of the American South
Louis Armstrong ParkFree4.5A historic green space celebrating New Orleans culture and music
The Cabildo$4.5Explore Louisiana history inside Jackson Square's historic Spanish colonial landmark museum
Mardi Gras World$$4.4Discover how iconic New Orleans Mardi Gras floats come to life
New Orleans African American Museum$4.4Discovering the profound heritage and African American history in historic Tremé
New Orleans Jazz Museum$4.4Explore the rich history and vibrant sound of New Orleans jazz
New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum$3.9Explore local folklore and mystic artifacts in the French Quarter
Bayou St. JohnFreeScenic historic waterway perfect for kayaking, picnicking, and relaxing outdoors
City ParkFreeSprawling urban park with ancient live oaks, lakes, and attractions
Lafitte GreenwayFreeA scenic pedestrian and bicycle greenway connecting French Quarter to Mid-City
New Orleans City ParkFreeA massive urban oasis featuring historic live oaks, museums, and attractions
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