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New Orleans Attractions

Your guide to the top things to do in New Orleans, United States.

Things to do in New Orleans – top New Orleans must-see attractions

New Orleans is a city where history, music, and culture have layered themselves into every street corner and cathedral wall. The architecture shifts from ornate French Creole townhouses in the French Quarter to grand 20th-century civic structures, giving the city a look unlike anywhere else in the US. Among the top things to do in New Orleans, United States, you can explore WWII artifacts at The National WWII Museum, watch artists work in Jackson Square, or get face-to-face with Gulf sea life at Audubon Aquarium. Check out this list to find the best spots worth your time.

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Historic Site
Historic Site
Architectural Buildings
Architectural Buildings
Zoos
Zoos
Parks
Parks
Museums
Museums
Squares
Squares
The National WWII Museum
History Geeks
The National WWII Museum
Why visit?
  • WWII aircraft exhibits
  • Immersive 4-D theater
  • Interactive battle galleries
Jackson Square
Art & Culture Lovers
Jackson Square
Why visit?
  • Live artist demonstrations
  • Historic 18th-century square
  • Street performer showcases
French Quarter
Art & Culture Lovers
French Quarter
Why visit?
  • French Creole architecture
  • Historic courtyards
  • Iconic wrought-iron balconies
Audubon Aquarium
Families
Audubon Aquarium
Why visit?
  • Gulf of Mexico sea life
  • Penguin colony exhibit
  • Free-flight parakeet aviary
St. Louis Cathedral
History Geeks
St. Louis Cathedral
Why visit?
  • 18th-century Gothic facade
  • Roman Catholic cathedral
  • Landmark Jackson Square views
Bourbon Street
Art & Culture Lovers
Bourbon Street
Why visit?
  • Live jazz music venues
  • Iconic neon-lit nightlife
  • Historic entertainment strip
Audubon Zoo
Families
Audubon Zoo
Why visit?
  • Over 2,000 animals
  • Oak-lined walking trails
  • Conservation education programs
New Orleans City Park
Families
New Orleans City Park
Why visit?
  • 1,300 acres of parkland
  • Botanical garden and lagoons
  • City Park art museum access
Caesars Superdome
Sports Enthusiasts
Caesars Superdome
Why visit?
  • 76,000-seat NFL stadium
  • New Orleans Saints home games
  • Behind-the-scenes stadium tours
Shoppers
French Market
Why visit?
  • Open-air artisan market stalls
  • Local Creole food vendors
  • Historic Mississippi riverfront
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