Location: French Quarter
Top Things to do in French Quarter
10 Sights & Landmarks in French Quarter That You Shouldn't Miss
Laissez les bons temps rouler! In New Orleans the good times are perpetually rolling down Bourbon Street, which, thanks to the city’s annual Mardi Gras celebration, has quite a party animal reputation. Once you’ve soaked up the scenery of the historic French Quarter, tour the elegant Garden District and meet the colorful characters of Frenchmen Street. Experience the city's supernatural vibe at the Voodoo Museum or by taking a guided ghost or vampire tour through taverns, alleyways, and cemeteries.
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1. Spring Fiesta Historic House
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Meet Heroes, Villains, Ghosts, Vampires. Come See What is Behind Those Mysterious Shutters. Visit the inside of French Quarter and Uptown Homes, Gardens, Courtyards. Docents will explain the stories of the homes glorious past, showcase favorite antiques, and discuss interesting collections. Experience this sub-tropical paradise in all its Spring splendor. Listen to the soothing murmur of beautiful fountains. Garden, Courtyard, and Home Tours: French Quarter March 22,29. Uptown March 28 Join us on March 29th for Antoine’s Lunch and the Home Tour. Enjoy the entire day with us with the GOLD Ticket. March 29th start at 9:00am with the History & Architecture Tour take a break at Antoine's for lunch then continue onto the French Quarter Home Tours at 1 pm to 4pm. History & Architecture Walking Tours at 9:00am March 21,22,28,29 stroll through the French Quarter for an early morning adventure.
2. A Gallery For Fine Photography
3. Craig Tracy Gallery
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
First Gallery In the World for Fine Art Bodypainting! In the heart of The French Quarter in New Orleans. A Must See while visiting the city!
Reviewed By beckyp661 - Kailua-Kona, United States
Craig is an amazing artist and a really nice guy to boot. We stumbled across this gallery and went in to check it out only to realize we actually already knew his artwork. My husband had seen many articles done on him in airbrush action mag and I knew him from watching Skin Wars (he was a judge) and we both have seen his work on the internet. It was a wonderful experience to get to meet him and we actually got to see him paint live in the galleries which he only does twice a year! His brother Philip runs the gallery and was also a lot of fun to hang out and talk with. We ended up purchasing 3 of his amazing pieces of art and cant wait to figure out where we are going to hang them.
4. Our Sacred Stories
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5.0 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By BorneAppetit - Indianapolis, United States
Denise has many roots in NOLA. So if you are wanting a tour from an authentic Voodoo practitioner who is well educated in the Christian Saints as well as the St Louis cemetery residents, stories, and symbols then book your tour with Denise.
5. French Quarter
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4.5 based on 22,334 reviews
The heart and cultural center of New Orleans is the French Quarter, a must-see for its high energy, rich history, diverse architecture, music, street performers, renowned jazz clubs, lively nightlife and the finest art galleries and restaurants in the city.
Reviewed By clarissajg1 - East Haven, United States
the music the people the history the mystery the atmosphere the lore the legends the smell the eclectic air its all the French quarter. you either love it or hate it. I love it it is a part of me. there are great restaurants fun shops wonderful music amazing architecture people watching shopping walking cocktails - its truly amazing -- wear your walking shoes and come experience life
6. Jackson Square
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4.5 based on 16,042 reviews
Fun area with street painters, musicians and jugglers.
Reviewed By debbiesE2403PL
Jackson Square is a beautiful little area filled with local artists, music, gorgeous flowering plants (these are inside the gated area), horse-drawn carriages, and tons of opportunities to people watch. A definite must-see when visiting New Orleans.
7. St. Louis Cathedral
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4.5 based on 8,299 reviews
The major landmark of the French Quarter is the oldest continuously active cathedral in the U.S.
Reviewed By Michellereneelove - Chaska, United States
Good opportunity to see beautiful art and architecture even if you aren’t Catholic... gorgeous old church that is meticulously maintained.
8. Gallier House
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4.5 based on 107 reviews
Gallier House is a historic home in the New Orleans French Quarter and was built in 1857 by James Gallier, Jr. This home offers a glimpse into the past with opulent decorations, innovative household features and many personal touches. Guests will learn not only about the Galliers and enslaved residents of the property but also about New Orleans during the time period. Guided tours are available on the hour Thurs-Sun to enjoy the architecture, decor, and history of both the Gallier family and this breathtaking residence they once called home. For group tours and more, please contact us for more detaills.
Reviewed By kmullett2018 - Campbell River, Canada
Excellent tour. We happened to come during a slow time and as a result had our own private tour. We were shown through nearly the entire townhouse and yard filled with period accurate furniture. We learned of the family who lived in the home in the mid 1800’s and of the house itself. How it was built what was unique about it and how the family lived during this era. We love looking at old homes and learning about the history so this was a dream tour for us. Our tour guide was excellent and passionate about history. Highly recommend it.
9. Old Ursuline Convent Museum
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4.5 based on 256 reviews
The Old Ursuline Convent was erected in 1745 and occupied until 1824 by Ursuline nuns as a convent, orphanage and school for girls. This historic building is now home to a brilliant museum with both permanent and changing exhibits.
Reviewed By dendres
An opportunity to tour one of the oldest buildings in New Orleans -- the former Ursuline convent. There is not too much on the sisters themselves, but good exhibits on local Catholic history and a chance to see the former bishop's chapel in the nearby church (not open otherwise to the public).
10. Our Lady Of Guadalupe Church
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Built in 1826, this church served as a mortuary chapel for yellow fever victims during the 19th century.
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