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Things to do in New Orleans

Sightseeing

National World War II Museum

Celebrating the accomplishments of the 1 million Americans who participated, the museum gives a fascinating political and economic overview of the...

New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA)

This excellent museum is situated near the lake off Esplanade Avenue in City Park. Major travelling exhibitions and rotating exhibits from the...


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Shopping

The French Quarter is one of the main shopping areas, with plenty of unique craft shops, galleries and other stores. The Central Business District (CBD) and Uptown are also good shopping centres....

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Events

March
08
Mardi Gras

New Orleans' Mardi Gras puts a twist on history, with more than two weeks of all-out merriment involving lavish balls, street parties and more...

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March
25
Spring Fiesta

What better way to celebrate Spring and the beautiful gardens, courtyards and historic homes of New Orleans than to take part in the annual Spring...

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