Top Louisiana Museums

This restored French Quarter home built in 1831, includes a Federalist architectural façade, original operating open-hearth kitchen, urban slave quarters, and expansive courtyard. The Urban Enslavement Tour at Hermann-Grima House, looks at the experiences of those who were enslaved in an urban setting, how that differed from those enslaved in rural settings, and how the contributions of people of African descent have shaped New Orleans. Condé Nast Traveler voted it one of the best tours in New Orleans and the only tour listed from a museum. We believe that nothing tells a story like a home. In addition, the property’s 19th-century carriage house is home to the The Exchange Shop, originally founded in the 1881 by The Woman’s Exchange and one of the oldest women-led non-profits in the South.

This ticket package includes Museum admission and a 2 hour guided tour of our most popular exhibit. Follow American citizen soldiers through World War II in Campaigns of Courage: European and Pacific Theaters pavilion. During the two-hour experience through the Museum’s signature exhibits, an official Museum guide will walk you through the chronological narrative of each theater of combat, bringing to life the drama, sacrifices, personal stories, and strategies of America’s campaign to defeat the Axis powers and preserve freedom. Your guide will also highlight several artifacts, displays, and exhibit panels during the tour, which explores how the Allies secured victory in the 20th century’s titanic struggle—a fight for civilization itself.

Visit New Orleans' only observatory with stunning 360° views at Vue Orleans! Here, you can experience interactive exhibits with cutting edge touchless technology and enjoy either a self-guided and guided tour. Why not take time out at the Rooftop Café and bar featuring specialty cocktails and local cuisine and be sure not to miss the immersive theater narrated by Grammy winning artist, Irma Thomas! Make this your must-do in New Orleans!

Set on a sprawling 6-acre (2.5-hectare) campus in downtown New Orleans, the National World War II Museum is the official United States museum of World War II and a must for any visiting history buffs. This ticket package includes timed entry to the groundbreaking 4D Beyond All Boundaries film narrated by Tom Hanks, with vibrating seats, atmospheric effects, and more: pick your desired screening time and arrive beforehand.

Step into the past at the Gallier House in New Orleans—one of the finest surviving examples of 19th-century townhome living in the French Quarter. On a guided tour, see authentic Victorian furnishings and architectural details, including innovative 1860’s features like indoor plumbing. Plus, learn about the history and former inhabitants of this urban plantation home and the enslaved people whose labor supported the wealthy Gallier family.

Maximize your time in New Orleans with a digital pass to top city attractions. With the New Orleans All-Inclusive Pass by Go City you'll get included admission to the National WWII Museum, the New Orleans bus tour, a Paddlewheeler Creole Queen river cruise, a cooking class demo, and more. The pass also offers access to walking tours such as the Haunted History Walking Tour.

With a collection of over 4,000 artifacts spanning 13 Southern states and 350 years of history from colonial times to the present, the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience tells the fascinating, totally unique, and often overlooked story of Jewish survival – and success – in the American South. Our award-winning permanent galleries showcase the journeys Jewish immigrants made to the South, the ways of life they chose, how Jewish traditions and practices were expressed through Southern values, and how Jewish Southerners deeply impacted this region, from the Revolutionary War to the civil rights movement – and were, in turn, influenced by their friends and neighbors. Our rotating Special Exhibition Gallery hosts the compelling past-and-present stories of Jewish communities, individuals, and ideas throughout the American South with stand-alone art and artifacts exhibits.

Enter the exceptional and private sanctuary of ICONS. The world's only art museum dedicated exclusively to the greatest modern icons. The private tours, carried out by the artist himself, makes for one of the most unique and fascinating art experiences available anywhere.

Experience the music, art, and personal reflections of the 1940s through Expressions of America, an outdoor sound and light show available exclusively at The National WWII Museum in New Orleans. A nighttime spectacular for all ages, Expressions of America brings history to life on a grand scale. Stunning visuals projected 90 feet tall transform the exterior of the Museum’s buildings as actor Gary Sinise narrates an inspiring glimpse into what life was like for the men and women who served our country in every way imaginable. Generously presented by Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation, Expressions of America combines cutting-edge technology with the real words of the WWII generation to present an experience like no other.

Step inside one of New Orleans’ best-preserved architectural gems on a private tour of the Gallier House, an “urban plantation” owned by one of the city’s most prominent 19th-century families. See a carefully curated assemblage of Victorian-era design and objects d’art, and learn about the mansion’s former inhabitants, including the enslaved people who labored here. A walking tour of the surrounding French Quarter helps put the history into context.

Why this Tour? Our tour provides a captivating juxtaposition of Oak Alley plantation idyllic beauty in the dynamic urban culture of New Orleans. By experiencing both, guests gain a comprehensive understanding of how slavery shaped these distinct environments and contributed to the vibrant culture of the city. By combining these experiences our tour offers a holistic view of southern history, allowing guests to explore the differences between enslaved life on plantations and in urban settings.