This place is so magical that just the online shop convinced me to come to New Orleans in person. A…read moreyear ago, the only voodoo online shop I trusted that I could find was Voodoo Authentica. I was so drawn to "Exu the Trickster doll" that I put it on my Christmas Wishlist, but nobody got him for me. Flash forward to end of September 2026, I went to visit NOLA with my best friend for my birthday. There was one place that was a must-see: Voodoo Authentica. I came unsure if I still believed in magic and left a believer. The tradition and magic is so alive in the people and objects in the store. I ended up getting my Exu doll and set up an altar for him when I got home. The store has an aura unlike any other Voodoo store in the French quarter. I got a reading from Raven which was such a beautiful experience, she made me a custom anointing oil. Papa Zaar read my palm as I was shopping and made a super accurate comment. I got great guidance on how to use the oils. I had a spiritual guidance phone session with Papa Zaar which was super helpful when cultivating my practice. An hour after I got off the phone with him a spell that I tried worked! The readings are really worth the money, value, and affordable. I can't wait to visit again- my #1 pick for all things Voodoo (the real deal)!

Came in here with my wife and mom. I'm from California and I'm a third generation legacy witch…read more I've seen this place all over TikTok and knew that it was on my list of places to checkout. When we walked in there was a film crew, recording a video. The woman at the front desk immediately snapped and said "we are filming!!!" First of all...if you need it to be quite close early or put a sign on the door stating you're filming. Boom. But then to be rude on top of it?! Yikes. I was actually planning on spending a lot here but given the treatment I was totally turned off by the behavior. Weirdly enough a beige family came in and didn't have the same verbal hostility that our group did. This business should do better.

It's there! Not hard to find. Clean area and ready for pictures. We parked down the road and walked…read moreto it.

Definitely worth it to stop by if you're in the area for a photo with your group of friends. I've…read moregone here twice now for a photo. I actually just really love the artwork from Greetings Tour, so whenever I see a mural similar to this, I always take a photo in front it.

This piece just jumps and grabs you. it is amazing. I dare you not to look. You can't do it. It is…read morethe masterful work of Brazilian painter Carlos Eduardo Fernandes Leo, AKA (artistically known as) Eduardo Kobra. The mural was painted in 2019 and is 45 feet tall. It depicts a close up of a wide eyed Louis Armstrong blowing into his trumpet. The artist had to work around 10 windows on the building to paint the mural and keep the flow going. In order to do so, he just blended them into the mural's colorful translucent geometric pattern. It is very realistic and looks like a photograph. However, the mural is divided into different color filtered squares. Those geometric patterns are a trademark of Kobra's style. Kobra said, the rainbow colors "symbolize that people are all the same." It really looks like he is looking at you. This is one of my favorite pieces, not only in the CBD, but in the entire city. The mural is on the side of The Rampart Hotel and overlooks a paid parking lot. The building is over 100 tears old and fittingly is located in a part of the city that what was known for jazz-era nightclubs. There is metered street parking and paid lots available nearby to park and get out to take a closer look. You could also get a good look from the windshield of your car doing a slow rolling drive by. Anyway, as with most murals I have reviewed, this is not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. You should consider planning out additional stops at many of the other wonderful murals and attractions in the area, such as the SuperDome, to maximize your time and trip. Fu Fact: The mural was dedicated on the 118th anniversary of the Satchmo's birth.

This outdoor, evening market took me totally by surprise. While it is just off of Frenchmen, it's…read moresurprisingly calm and quiet - ever so slightly tucked away from all the hustle. While it's small, the artists appear to have ample room to display their items. Also, this area is incredibly clean in comparison to what lies just beyond the fence. I fell especailly in love with the Edison bulb art by Junk Evangelist. I want all of their creations to light my entire house! There are so many fantastic items for sale. Forget the "Made in China" crap found on the main drags. Stop here for a breath of fresh air in a locally-created, creative space.

This small market was a gem, and a great place to support local artists! It's open thursday-sunday…read morefrom 7pm-12am, and you can follow them on Instagram @artgardennola It's a small rectangular area with booths on the sides and the center. When we went on a Thursday evening, it wasn't too busy. The lights throughout the market during the night added a great touch, and all of the artists are nice and friendly. There's a moderate selection of art; there's about maybe 12 booths throughout the market. Some of the booths had great deals too of you bought more than one item!

More of a history tour of death. Serial killer paraphernalia. Autopsy tools, a couple of shrunken…read moreheads a couple of disturbing photographs. If you're into that. Self-guided history about reading about serial killers or seen artwork that they did or letters that they received in different tools of death. It's worth the trip take your time if this is your thing then it's not worth the entry.

Weird pastime, I know -- but I absolutely had to check this place out after hearing so much about…read moreit. And by the way, no cameras allowed, so go in ready to just experience everything firsthand. I came in out of curiosity, and this museum is definitely unlike anything else. There are tons of documents, black‑and‑white graphic films, taxidermy, historical artifacts, and exhibits centered around death in all its forms. It's intense, fascinating, unsettling, and oddly intriguing all at once. It's not for the faint of heart, but if you appreciate the strange, the macabre, and the unusual, this place is a must-see. Stay weird, people.

I had the distinct pleasure of visiting this interactive cultural funhouse, highlighting the Joy /…read moreArt / Music of New Orleans. It was truly a love letter to the city, full of colorful, unique, and creative art exhibitions, all made out of recycled materials (which I found to be impressive and admirable)! There was a curated playlist of amazing jazz music playing throughout, which really set the tone delightfully! Upon entering, guests are welcomed into the space and there was a personable and helpful guide who described the space, then led us into the opening rooms. The first one was blue with neon pink, green, and glowing, with letters, symbols, and TV screens, comprising of one big puzzle. The next is a long hallway of hot pink with blue detailing and lights throughout, along with cool protruding, spongy shapes representing organs on the walls. Very psychedelic vibes! This led into a large space with sculptures of a larger than life alligator mouth open wide, creature atop a huge pot with the words "Stir the Pot," crawfish, tall lily pads, insect jazz band, peacock and more. There was also a cool, pretty flower wall, and upon closer inspection, I discovered they were made out of records. From there, I headed upstairs to see the blue, purple, and pink room holding the gorgeous Fountain of Youth glowing bright blue, filled with gold coins in them for wishes. The ceiling was lush and leafy with a lovely hanging light, as well as a pearly oyster shell inspired one. In addition, there was a shotgun style house with a balcony we could go in. Back downstairs, I explored a bar neon colored words related to New Orleans all over the walls, with upside down piano & drinks. Next, I checked out a decorative white a black room, featuring a glowing green stand. With the press of a button, it turned the room disco-y blue with a glow in the dark effect. After that, I went into the beautiful Desire themed room with humongous pearl structures hanging down, where you can write and release your true desires. Such a dreamy, ethereal feel to this one! There was a little sleek and sexy speakeasy space, called Candlelight Lounge. Then was one of my favorite exhibits: Feast Mode, displaying glittery New Orleans culinary delight classics in true indulgent style, as well as super funky, fun paintings and art pieces. Near this room was a window with full of shiny, delicately constructed objects of vibrant colors representing New Orleans. This was a glitzy video opp with props offered, with the phone going in the center, spinning around and capturing us dancing, shimmying, or whatever suits your fancy! The remaining few installations were music themed with drums and large silver circles, which could be played, emitting different sounds to create a symphony of song. At the end, there was a room showcasing larger than life sculptures of heads of musical greats, including Louis Armstrong, Lil Wayne, and Big Freedia. I really enjoyed my time here. Staff were super welcoming, accommodating, and helpful with photos throughout. The artistry, detail, and care was visible throughout each and every art piece and room. JAMNOLA was such a fun experience and I recommend you check it out for yourself!

Fun immersive art installation. Located at the end of Frenchmen Street it is easy to get to. So…read moremany fun rooms to go through and interact with. You have to check this place out!

Picking up the pieces and turning it into art…read more This is literally how "The "Scrap House" Memorial to Hurricane Katrina was built. New Orleans artist Sally Heller created a house "uprooted" by the winds of Katrina and "hurled" onto an abstract tree. The piece was created from scrap metal that was salvaged from 55-gallon oil drums and other debris left in the wake of Hurricane Katrina's destruction. The monumental sculpture was unveiled on August 29, 2009, the fourth anniversary of the storm. The piece stands across the street from the New Orleans Convention Center where many evacuees lived after their homes were destroyed. The piece is sad and beautiful simultaneously. The house is askew. The eaves and shutters are broken. The branches hold a house that doesn't belong there. The house reflects the damage that local residents saw in the aftermath of the storm with houses in trees, boats on top of cars and destruction everywhere. A haunting piece, indeed.

I visited The National WWII Museum during a Bank of America Museums on us weekend with my husband…read more This is an incredible museum with so much to see. We only stayed about an hour and a half and only saw a very small portion of the museum. I really enjoyed my short visit and it was a nice break from the summer heat in New Orleans.

Very nice museum Not much large hardware…read moreFocus is on small items and the experiences of the people. Very varied room setting to help you feel the story. Lots of walking They did loan us a wheel chair All personal were very friendly

I stayed in the Warehouse District on two separate occasions while visiting New Orleans: to run the…read moreRock 'n' Roll Marathon New Orleans which just happened to have its starting line within the district, and to celebrate my birthday. On both occasions I picked out hotels within the district because of what attractions are within and nearby. The Warehouse District has a very trendy and artsy vibe. I absolutely adored how these warehouses are being utilized in the form of galleries, boutiques, studios, hotels, innovative restaurants, and coffee shops. After the 1984 World's Fair, the neighborhood was revitalized and transformed into what it is now. The city of New Orleans has certainly set a standard that other cities should follow rather than letting old warehouses go unused in my opinion. There are plentiful sights, activities, restaurants, and shopping centers within the district, or within a radius of it. Some that I took note of and experienced were Fulton Street, Julia Street, The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk, The New Orleans Ernest N Morial Convention Center, Mississippi River Heritage Park, the World War II Museum, Harrah's, Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Lafayette Square. And if you wish to visit the crown jewel of the city known as French Quarter, the Warehouse District sits just south of it within walking distance. ~Blessings~   Thomas G

Many of the old warehouses have been converted to hotels, shops & residences. A lot of the old…read morewarehouse charm is still intact. A lot of the warehouses are near the docks where the ships would come in. Fortunately this area looks pretty cleaned up there aren't people passed out on the street here.

Fabulous and friendly place. Great documentary has been made on this artist and his wife!read more

Date of visit: December 20, 2024…read more Stopped in here during a New Orleans Food Tour on Magazine Street and just loved this fun little space! I enjoyed much of the art and was appreciative of the background on the artist that the staff provided us during our visit. While the visit was very short, it left an impression on me and I still intend to purchase a copy of the From Nothing print as it would make a wonderful gift for my husband for an upcoming occasion. I wasn't in a position to purchase it right then and I need to wait for a sale as the tax and shipping add quite a bit to the price!