1. French Quarter
The French Quarter of New Orleans is the tourist magnet that attracts tourists from all over the world. Built along the bend of the Mississippi River, The French Quarter is also New Orleans' premier historic landmark, thanks to its well-preserved colonial architecture. Older buildings, some dating back to the 17th century, show French influence in architecture across the American continent, with arcades, wrought-iron balconies, red-tiled roofs, and picturesque courtyards. Many buildings now house hotels, restaurants, gift shops and art galleries.
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2. National WWII Museum
The National Museum of the Second World War is an outstanding military history museum that tells the history of the Second World War in an interesting interactive way, using exhibits, weapons and historical documents . Founded in 2000, it was designated by the US Congress as America's official WWII museum and is supported by the Smithsonian Institution.
The museum is divided into three sections, the first section is devoted to the war in the Pacific, the second is devoted to the war in the European theater of operations, and the third section is devoted to wartime aircraft. The museum is located in the central business district of New Orleans Andrew Higgins Drive.
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3. Preservation Hall
The Preservation Hall is a gem on a sightseeing tour of New Orleans and one of the city's most atmospheric attractions. In this seemingly unpresentable building, behind the shabby doors, a real miracle was happening, which resulted in great music - jazz, whose homeland is New Orleans. If you are a lover of music, let alone jazz, then this place is a must-see.
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| Conservation Hall |
4. Jackson Square
Jackson Square - historic park in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans . In the center of the square, surrounded by trees and greenery, stands the equestrian statue of General Andrew Jackson, erected on a pedestal in 1856. The park is dominated by the beautiful Saint-Louis Cathedral, with a white façade and tapered spiers. Louisiana State Museums are also in close proximity to the Cathedral.
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| Jackson square |
5. Cabildo (Сabildo New Orleans)
The Cabildo, which means council, is the Town Hall of New Orleans. The Town Hall is located to the left of St. Louis Cathedral, in front of Jackson Square. It was built in 1795 as the residence of the Spanish governor. Remarkable as a historic building for the museum and its outstanding collection. The first city council met here in 1799, later it housed the Louisiana Supreme Court, but today the Cabildo houses the Louisiana State Museum. The museum's collection is mainly dedicated to the history of New Orleans and Louisiana. The town hall is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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| Сabildo New Orleans |
6. City Park
New Orleans City Park spans over 1,300 hectares and contains many interesting tourist attractions, including the Botanical Gardens, New Orleans Museum of Art and Sculpture Gardens. Of particular interest for children is the Carousel Park, the amusement garden, the story-land and the water park. There are also tennis courts and an 18-hole golf course in the park. The highlight of the park is the oak grove in which some of the trees are more than 800 years old.
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7. Natchez (Steamboat Natchez)
A truly interesting experience can be a cruise on a paddle steamer - Natchez, just such paddle steamers sailed on the Mississippi in the 17th and 18th centuries. A steamboat cruise is a great way to get to know the Mississippi River and a unique opportunity to look at New Orleans from a different angle, and for photographers, the opportunity to capture a panoramic view of the city. The river cruise takes two hours, during which there will be a live jazz band and buffet at all times.
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| Natchez |
8. Mardi Gras
New Orleans is famous all over the world for its lush celebration - Mardi Gras, the carnival attracts people from all over the world who come here to enjoy the festivities. During the tour, you can go behind the scenes of this holiday and see how world-famous dolls are made. Visit the hangars of Blaine Kern Studios, one of the world's leading big doll makers and an active participant in the New Orleans Mardi Gras parade every year. Visitors will be able to see sculptural props, huge dolls, extravagant costumes and all kinds of figures.
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| Mardi gras |
9. New Orleans Museum of Art
In the southern part of the City Park is the building of the New Orleans Museum of Art, one of the best of its kind in the south. The museum has an excellent collection of French and American art, as well as a pretty decent African and Japanese one. The permanent exhibition of the museum presents over 40,000 objects, from the Italian Renaissance to the modern era.
The museum is known for its collection of European and American works, including works by Degas, Monet, Renoir, Picasso, Matisse, Pissarro, Rodin, Gauguin, Braque, Dufy, Miro, Jackson Pollock, Mary Cassatt and Georgia O'Keeffe. The museum provides a comprehensive overview of French art, including several important works by the French impressionist Edgar Degas, who lived with his mother's family in New Orleans between 1871 and 1872.
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| New Orleans Museum of Art |
10. Aquarium of the Americas
Along the waterfront in the city center, a short walk from the French Quarter, is one of the largest aquariums in North America - the Aquarium of the Americas. He focuses on species found in North, Central and South America.
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| Aquarium of the Americas |