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Boon C.

The Old US mint shows how the money was print at the old day. The city of the New Orleans holds a importance location in the US history. They are located at the mouth of the Mississippi. This strategic location for trade and military control for the entire US. As a result, in the 1800's, they have mint the New Orleans dollars. They have show the mechanic to create the New Orleans dollar from flat piece of metal and cut into round shape. A press machine creates the image of the coin. They have dollar gold or silver coin. The silver coin is the most popular. But none is more importance than the New Orleans Morgan Dollar. They have display the seven Morgan Dollars. The Mint is part of the National Park and is free for the entry. The upstairs of the museum has captured the history of New Orleans Jazz Festival. Various artists at different time have performed in New Orleans Jazz Festival. The artist is range from 1910 to current. They also restore a white Steinway piano that was destroy by Hurricane Katrina in the museum. This piano was play by Fat Domino in the past. Paul McCarty Fund has contributed to restore this famous piano. The other upstairs room also displays the picture that capture the moment of the world. The moments has included Detroit Lion win the Baseball World Series, Syria's suicide bombing, Kiev conflict, Filipina flooding, Bangladesh building collapse capture two dead victim, hunting of lion in Africa, Afghan burn victim child receive in American home..........This is awesome display. I recommended visit this place when you come to New Orleans. It located at the end of the French market.

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Jennifer E.

This is part of the jazz museum. It was one price to get into both. I will say the mint seems a bit low on details. It was a nice activity to do on a rainy day. We did learn a bit about currency. Both of the museums are worth your time.

Half dimes...rare coins
Celeta S.

After visiting the French Market this is a great place to visit. It's free and interesting. I work at a bank so visiting an old US Mint was definitely on my agenda. They have old bank equipment, rare coins like half dimes and an old dollar coin counterfeiting press. Upstairs they have a jazz museum and a photo exhibit. The jazz museum has a lot of cool memorabilia and rare photos of Louis Armstrong. They have pictures of his New York home and that's now a museum. I've been there so it was nice to read up on it. I loved the images in their exhibit room. The covered everything from Black Lives Matter to Arranged marriage. This is a museum you can get through in an hour so I highly recommend it and will definitely go back when I visit New Orleans.

US Mint
Kelly F.

This historical landmark was the only Mint in the south to reopen after the Civil War and holds the title of being the only Mint to have produced both American and Confederate coinage. In 1981, it was open to the public. Displaying a small collection of coins, scales and coin presses, it is a compelling way to view a tidbit of southern heritage. Occupying a space just across the street from the far end of the French Market, it is easily accessible and the best part is that it is completely free to the public and air conditioned!!

Julie S.

This was actually a yoga class in their yard I attended. The place didn't have much parking, but it's also in the middle of the city. I would definitely like to visit the inside one day. I did enjoy that the court yard was also fenced in.

Summer F.

Beautiful building and a free museum! There is a good overview of how the mint worked a very long time ago. Also on the second level there is a display of NO's music pioneers. Fats Dominoe's restored piano along with Louis Armstrong's first cornet are on display as well. I think they also have shows on the third level. Good place to visit if you like history and if you're in the French Market area anyway!

M M.

Great for a little air conditioning on a hot steamy New Orleans day. This place is a hidden gem and a great place for history buffs. The workers were also very friendly and I had a great time visiting with one of the staff members in the gift shop.

Free jazz concert. Very entertaining and educational.
Daniel K.

On first floor, there's mint museum and Louis Armstrong's trumpet is displayed on 2nd floor. Be sure to watch the free jazz concert! It was the highlight of our New Orleans trip and was amazing and it was all free.

Mike C.

Great museum and loved reading the exhibits. Second floor is based around Jazz and every music lover needs to visit. The downriver festival was a lot of fun.

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The National WWII Museum - Marc Chagall

The National WWII Museum

4.7(2.1k reviews)
1.5 miWarehouse District

This was an amazing experience. I arrived at the World War II museum in New Orleans after being…read moretold this is an amazing place to visit. I got a student discount ticket for $28 and made my way through the exhibit. I spent about two hours here and could've spent 10. The videos and stories on the walls in the rooms were amazing and almost brought tears to my eyes. The collections of arms and different memorabilia from the war is so incredible to see from both sides not just American, but also the German and the Japanese. Very emotional videos and different things that were hard to watch about the concentration camps in the way our soldiers are treated, but def needed so we don't repeat history. This is a must stop if you come to New Orleans. One of the best museums I've ever been in, including when I visited to the Smithsonian in Washington DC. The staff were very friendly and offered directions when I asked. They offer the student discount as well as a military and senior discount.

Coming to the museum was the main reason i ended up back in New Orleans... I heard about this…read moremuseum a few years ago and have wanted to go. It is absolutely amazing! The people working there are friendly and knoweldgable. The exhibits are full of information. In fact, after a while it is information overload. We also got to see the Tom Hanks movie and it is fantastic. There is so much to see at this place. You can easily spend a whole day there. It was worth the trip to New Orleans just to see this. If you are interested in this type of history, it is a must go.

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The Sazerac House - Distillery 3

The Sazerac House

4.8(519 reviews)
0.9 miCentral Business District

I learned so much on this tour--especially about the different brands. I had no idea that several…read morebrands I've tried before are actually connected to Sazerac Company, which was a really interesting surprise. One of the highlights for me was a modern twist on the classic Sazerac--an elderberry and amaro version that was complex, unique, and unexpected. I also tried a coffee-inspired Sazerac that was incredibly smooth, with rich espresso notes that balanced perfectly with the bold flavors of the original. It was so good it honestly made me forget about Patrón XO Cafe. Each floor includes a tasting sample along with a recipe card, which was such a nice touch and makes it easy to recreate the drinks at home. The space is very well set up, with elevators and bathrooms on every floor, and you can even see parts of the distillery during the experience. Overall, it's an engaging, well-organized tour that's both informative and fun. Definitely worth it if you're interested in cocktails or want to learn more about spirits.

We came here on a whim because it was raining heavily and outdoor plans were limited. Since it was…read morewithin walking distance, we decided to check it out and I'm so glad we did. In hindsight, this absolutely deserved a spot on our itinerary. It's a unique combination of a liquor shop, museum, and immersive experience, where they walk you through the history of some of the iconic drinks that originated in New Orleans. The entire experience from the visuals to the storytelling to the tastings comes together beautifully. I was genuinely amazed that something this well done is offered for free. After the tour, we wanted to pick up a few bottles, but unfortunately they were out of what we were looking for. We even came back the next day, but it was still out of stock, which was a bit of a letdown. The staff was incredibly friendly and took the time to answer all our questions. Overall, this is a must-do experience if you're in the area.

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Vue Orleans Observation Deck  - Breathtaking Views

Vue Orleans Observation Deck

4.6(74 reviews)
0.9 miCentral Business District

Located right off the Spanish Plaza, Vue Orleans is a fun, historic observation tower allowing for…read moreunobstructed views of the riverside and French Quarter. For an observation deck it's reasonably priced as well. Checking in is very easy and it's right next to the Canal Street trolley station making it a convenient stop. When you enter you're greeted with videos and short exhibits outlining New Orleans' deep and rich cultural history. This part really sets a tone for the city and is a great introduction into some of the city's culture if you're unfamiliar with it. When we went it was pretty empty and we felt like we had a lot of time to explore. Heading up into the elevators you watch a short clip on the walls which shows New Orleans throughout the ages and lets you see history well beyond when it was even known as New Orleans. Once you reach the main deck you are inside the tower with panoramic views of the city. There are also exhibits there showing more history. One more short elevator ride later and you are at the outdoor deck. The deck itself is pretty barren but does allow for great photo ops weather pending. We unfortunately went on a very windy day so if you're looking to take photos make sure to check the weather and plan ahead as best as possible. This observation deck isn't as classic or immersive as Sears Tower in Chicago or some of the ones in NYC, but for what it is, it's a very beautiful and fun way to learn more about the vibrant city of New Orleans.

Great immersive and educational museum and observation deck. If you get the city pass, you can get…read morea discount on their Bayou Breeze cocktail at their observation deck cafe. My family and I enjoyed this experience as it is interactive and very interesting. And the 360 view of New Orleans is beautiful.

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New Orleans Museum of Art - Edgar Degas

New Orleans Museum of Art

4.3(336 reviews)
2.8 miCity Park

Rating:8.5/10 I love…read morea carefully curated museum. I like a place that feels open to roam free but full of great views and art pieces. I spent 2 hours at NOMA for the day and enjoyed myself. Wednesdays are free for locals so please come!

The New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) is located in City Park and is easily accessible with a car…read morewith free parking or you can take the #48 street car to the park entrance and then walk a couple hundred yards to its front door. Inside it's a white marble stone interior on a 3 story floor plan. The first floor entrance is a large open atrium where you can buy tickets. It is also a great place for a party or reception with its grand staircase. They recommend to start on the 3rd floor and work your way down. Floor 3 had African, Central American, China, India, and Japan artwork. I saw pottery, drawings, sculptures and other antiquities. Floor 2 was much larger In square footage. It included some contemporary art including a full size gold log cabin that you can walk into. There were modern pictures of water and wetlands and then some traditional oil on canvas old European paintings. Floor 1 had traveling exhibits along with more Old World European paintings including some Italian paintings from the 13th century.. I enjoyed my visit to NOMA. It is a quality art museum that is worth your time to visit. Budget 90-120 minutes. It has a gift shop and small cafe. Also, visit the free Besthoff Sculpture Garden outside next to the museum. It is excellent and quite large in size. You walk on a path past many unique outdoor art statues and displays.

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Museum of Death - 11/21/25 front of admission ticket

Museum of Death

3.2(439 reviews)
0.8 miFrench Quarter

I'm intrigued by all things spooky, murder, true crime, death, etc. and had been wanting to go to…read moresome sort of murder museum for a LONG TIME. But it seems they're always in tourist-y towns, never close to where I live. But of course while planning the New Orleans trip, we had to add this to the itinerary. Right when you walk in, there is a little gift shop we perused at first. There was lots of really cool little knick knacks, and looking back on it, I regret not getting anything. The other three girls were extremely intrigued by all the posters and art lining the wall, and Rachel went back and forth on getting this one piece of art so many times. (Side note, she decided to not get it, but a couple days later on the trip, she was so distraught about her choice to not get it, that she requested we go back to the museum simply so she didn't have to leave New Orleans without it). I saw a t-shirt or baseball cap or something that said something to the effect of "I Came to the Museum of Death and puked" or passed out or something, and I saw it before we even went in! I have an extremely high tolerance for blood, and murder & death related things, so I wasn't necessarily worried at that point, but I was extremely curious what us 4 girls were about to get ourselves into. It's disappointing I have no pictures to attach because they didn't allow photography of any sort inside. I really wish I did, because this museum was packed with things right up my alley. There was a huge serial killer artifacts, including letters written by serial killers, artwork by serial killers, and memorbilia from murder scenes, like O.J. Simpson and the Manson Family. I didn't know this until later, but I guess the New Orleans Museum of Death has the biggest collection of Serial Killer artwork anywhere. There was lots of explicit and graphic photos of famous deaths and car crashes, taxidermy, and autopsy tools. It's funny because I already knew I was going to like that stuff. But I didn't know how the other girls would do. Even if they seemed intrigued, I knew at least Ashley struggled to look at real crime scene photos. But all the girls seemed to do really well; even if it was hard to look at it, they had a hard time looking away. I was unbelievably amazed that I was looking at the actual handwriting of notorious serial killers on paper, and I could barely believe my eyes that I was looking at actual artifacts and memorbilia, like the bra and panties of Aileen Wurnos. Around 3/4ths through the museum, I started feeling kinda nauseous. That had been a somewhat recurring theme during my New Orleans trip, and I truly think it was just because I was away from home in an unfamiliar territory (so I was anxious constantly, although I was having SO much fun), it was UNBELIEVABLY hot and humid being below sea level, so I was always sweaty and uncomfortable. And we were drinking alcohol every couple hours every single day, so my stomach just wasn't happy with me. And although I know for a fact I wasn't ill because of the material in the museum, but I'm sure it didn't help. I was *mostly* done with looking at what I wanted to anyway, so I asked Ashley if she'd sit down with me while we wait for the others to be done. We were hoping there would be some sort of seating toward the end, and sure enough, there was the perfect place for us to relax and wait. The end of the museum has a Theater of Death, it is literally just a room with maybe about 6-8 church pews in front of a movie theater screen TV, that just plays an endless stream of gore. We were seeing heads get chopped off, violent executions, police finding dead bodies inside attics, and just the most gory scenes. It was such a funny and ironic moment, that we went to find solace and somewhere to relax, and that was where we wound up. Even though I can handle A LOT of gore, even sitting watching that for 20-25 minutes straight was quite the sickening experience. I feel like we spent ample time at the Museum of Death, and I don't feel like we rushed ourselves or missed anything. But I do hope I get the opportunity to go back another time, so I can get more time viewing and appreciating the artifacts collected to make such an interesting museum. I'd also love to see the other location(s?) of Museum of Death.

Honestly, I was extremely disappointed when we visited this museum. I'm not giving it one star…read morebecause other people might be more interested. That said, I was disappointed both with the content of the museum and with the response that I got when I asked whether the museum would be safe for my partner, who has very specific disability related needs. Before purchasing tickets for the four people in my group, I went in and explained the limitations that we have and asked if this museum was appropriate for us. I was told that it was and we would be able to navigate it. I spent $80 on tickets only to find that the museum was incredibly dangerous for my partner and was completely unenjoyable for that reason. We made our way through but had to spend the entire time making sure that my partner was safe. On top of that, I did not particularly care for the content of the museum. I'm very interested in death across cultures and ways that death is faced, represented, and honored in different cultures. As some other reviews have pointed out, there is a lot of space in this museum given to sensationalized and dramatized versions of death. I was really hoping for and expecting a more culturally nuanced approach to the topic and found myself incredibly disappointed. Perhaps there are nuances that I couldn't see because of the way we needed to navigate the museum. That said, I'm not sure that's the case. Overall, I left feeling nauseous, anxious, and like I had wasted $80 to put my partner in danger and myself in a space of disappointment. So if you're interested in serial killers, violent deaths, and that nature of representation, check it out. There are some other things mixed in, for example, some taxidermy animals and cultural representations that were interesting. But the ratio of culture to sensationalism did not balance out in the way that I would have wanted.

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Jamnola - Pralines beignet

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4.6(212 reviews)
0.4 miMarigny

I took my 12 year old daughter to JAMNOLA and we had a blast…read more Every room was something different, super colorful, interactive, and just fun. She was excited the whole time, and honestly so was I. It's one of those places where you can actually enjoy it as an adult and still let your kid have their moment too. We definitely got some really cute pictures, so if you're into that, you're going to love it. It's very "stop, pose, next room, do it again" in the best way. It's not a super long experience, but it's worth it. I'd say give yourself about an hour, maybe a little longer if you're taking your time with photos. Only tip is try to go when it's not too crowded, because some people really turn it into a full photoshoot and you'll be waiting a little. Overall, I'd definitely recommend it, especially if you have kids or just want something different to do in the city.

What a fun place, full of insta worthy photo ops, colorful art, and New Orleans soul. This place…read moreis packed full of fun interactive activities as well as New Orleans history (Black masking Indians, jazz legends, music and juke/jazz joints. You can touch most of the art unless there is a sign specifying otherwise. The price is maybe a little steep, we paid something like 35 dollars per ticket, but I think it's worth it. The best part here is the people! Everyone is so invested in the community and making sure everyone has a good time! They were jubilant while sharing their love of New Orleans, from restaurants to jazz places to shows and holes in the wall. You feel true New Orleans hospitality here. In the Marigny/Bywater area you are close to some great dining options, Baldwin & Co. bookstore (reviewed separately), as well as the Allways Lounge (also reviewed separately). We spent a whole day in this neighborhood.

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Ogden Museum of Southern Art

Ogden Museum of Southern Art

4.4(169 reviews)
1.5 miWarehouse District

I have seen what feels like thousands of museums. I will say it's probably over a couple hundred…read moreat least, maybe more. One of my favorite art genres is southern art and folk art, so I wanted to swing by Ogden. They have very little traditional art, for which I am grateful. I like things that are a little quirky or moody or have something to say. They have four floors of exhibits (one floor is offices only). I saw some great art focusing on the Black experience in the south as well as music and jazz. They had a couple wonderful photo exhibitions as well, one focusing on jazz legends and another showing never before seen photos from their collection that, of course, focused on the culture of the south. Was 15 dollars a ticket, which is well worth it. We probably spent about 90 minutes here, though you could spend longer if you wanted to read every single plaque. Some of the plaques were a little wordy, but covered the topics well. Staff was polite and helpful. This is right next to the WWII museum, which is a WONDERFUL museum and the most attended attraction in NOLA. I would say you could swing by Ogden before or after that museum, but that might be a little much given the pure expanse of the WWII venue. As another yelper said, Ogden is not an essential stop when in New Orleans, but I would definitely recommend it at least once to see what southern art is all about. You'd likely be surprised at the diversity and talent on display.

We visited the Ogden Museum and it was a great experience. Admission was $15 per person, and the…read morevisit only took us about an hour. We started on the top floor and worked our way down, which made for a nice, organized flow. Some of the artwork throughout the museum felt heavy and powerful, and it was amazing to see so much history represented. I also loved that some pieces featured depictions of other states--it added a broader perspective beyond New Orleans. Overall, a meaningful and well-curated visit.

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Photo 7: "The Hot Boys" by Courtney Buckley (2024)

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