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French Quarter Attractions

French Quarter Attractions

There’s a reason so many visitors flock to the French Quarter every day – both locals and tourists can’t get enough of the unique area’s unique attractions. From the beautiful architecture to art galleries, museums, restaurants, and bars, the French Quarter has something for everyone – no matter what your interests, budget, or age may be. Join up with a tour and learn more about the fascinating history of the area, or spend the entire day exploring and shopping in the area, topping everything off with an excellent meal in a world-famous restaurant and some live music. With so much culture, history, and entertainment, you’ll find a unique and exciting experience around every corner.

French Quarter Attractions (Sponsored listings appear first in yellow)

1850 House (The)
523 St. Ann St., Lower Pontalba Building, Jackson Square, New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 524-9118, (800) 568-6968
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Neighborhood: French Quarter

Beauregard-Keyes House
1113 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 523-7257
www.bkhouse.org
Neighborhood: French Quarter

Cabildo (The)
701 Chartres St., Jackson Square, New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 568-6968, (800) 568-6968
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Neighborhood: French Quarter

French Market
1008 N Peters St., # 2, New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 522-2621
www.frenchmarket.org
Neighborhood: French Quarter

Gallier House
1132 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 525-5661
www.hgghh.org
Neighborhood: French Quarter

Hermann Grima House
820 St. Louis St., New Orleans, LA 70310 [Map It]
(504) 525-5661
www.hgghh.org
Neighborhood: French Quarter

Historic New Orleans Collection
533 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 598-7100
www.hnoc.org
Neighborhood: French Quarter

Jackson Square
751 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
Neighborhood: French Quarter

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
419 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 589-3882
www.nps.gov
Neighborhood: French Quarter

Le Petit Theatre
616 Saint Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 522-2081
www.lepetittheatre.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Description: This community theatre dating back to 1916 is the oldest continually-operated theatre in the country.

Madame John's Legacy
632 Dumaine St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 568-6968 , (800) 568-6968
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Neighborhood: French Quarter

Marie Laveau House of Voodoo
739 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 581-3751
Neighborhood: French Quarter

Musee Conti Wax Museum
917 Conti St., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 581-1993, (800) 233-5405
www.neworleanswaxmuseum.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park (The)
916 North Peters St., French Market, New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 589-4806
www.nps.gov
Neighborhood: French Quarter

Old U.S. Mint
400 Esplanade St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 568-6968, (800) 568-6968
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Neighborhood: French Quarter

Old Ursuline Convent
1100 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 529-3040
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Description: Ursuline Convent is the oldest building in the Mississippi River Valley. Completed in 1752, it is also the oldest surviving example of the French colonial period in the United States. Often referred to as the Archbishop Antoine Blanc Memorial Complex, the Old Ursuline Convent also houses the Archdiocesan archives. The building is known as the "treasure of the archdiocese".

Pharmacy Museum
514 Chartres St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 565-8027
www.pharmacymuseum.org
Neighborhood: French Quarter

Presbytere (The)
751 Chartres St., Jackson Square, New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 568-6968, (800) 568-6968
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Neighborhood: French Quarter

Reverand Zombie's House of Voodoo
723 Saint Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 486-6366
Neighborhood: French Quarter

St. Louis Cathedral
615 Pere Antoine Aly., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 525-9585
www.stlouiscathedral.org
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Description: St. Louis Cathedral, located in the historic French Quarter, is the oldest continuously active Roman Catholic Cathedral in the United States. It was originally built in 1724 and rebuilt twice after a hurricane and a fire. The present church overlooks beautiful Jackson Square and was dedicated in 1794.

Steamboat Natchez
1 Toulouse St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 586-8777, (800) 233-2628
www.steamboatnatchez.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Description: This classic Mississippi riverboat sails three times daily, at ll:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Traditional New Orleans jazz is featured and the evening cruise includes dinner (reservations required).

Voodoo Museum
724 Dumaine St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 680-0128
www.voodoomuseum.com
Neighborhood: French Quarter

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