STEAMBOAT NATCHEZ

If you just can’t get enough of the water, then why not cruise part of the Mississippi River on an authentic steamboat? From harbour cruises with an optional Creole lunch to brunch and dinner cruises with live music to enjoy and the sights of the mighty Mississippi to view you can travel back to a more relaxed age of river travel.

DON’T MISS:

• The live narration of historical facts and highlights of the cruise.
• Visiting the engine room.
• The live Jazz music.
• The included or optional food, depending on cruise.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Harbor and Sunday Brunch cruises are $34 for 13 years old and over, $13.50 for children 6-12 and free for under 6s.
• Lunch on the Harbor cruise is $12 for 13 years old and over and $9.50 for under 13s.
• Dinner cruises are $48 for 13 years old and over, $24 for children 6-12 and free for under 6s.
• Sailing times depend on the cruise selected.

400 Toulouse Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130 | 504-569-1401 | Attraction 1 on Map Below

FRENCH QUARTER

The French Quarter, which in French is called ‘Vieux Carré’, or ‘Old Square’, is the beating heart of New Orleans. It’s the oldest part of the city and a favourite for tourists looking to enjoy Bourbon Street, admire the buildings or look for a bargain in the many antique and boutique shops.

DON’T MISS:

• Looking inside one of the homes on a tour.
• Bourbon Street.
• Tasting some Creole or Cajun cuisine, or maybe a beignet.
• The French Market and the boutique shops.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• There are no admission charges for the French Quarter
• Open every day of the year.

French Quarter, New Orleans | Attraction 2 on Map Below

ST. LOUIS CEMETERY NO.1

New Orleans’ oldest cemetery was founded in 1789 and is where some of the city’s most illustrious residents are now interred.

With magnificent tombs from France, Italy, Spain and elsewhere, all built above ground due to the city’s low elevation. It is also the site of the supposed resting place of Marie Laveau, the Voodoo Priestess.

DON’T MISS:

• Marie Laveau’s tomb.
• The maze-like layout of vaults and tombs.
• The pyramid-shaped tomb where Nicolas Cage will be buried.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tours range in price from $12.99 to $25
• Open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 to 15:00 and Sunday from 09:00 to 12:00.
• Access is only by guided tour.

25 Basin St, New Orleans, LA 70112 | 504-596-3050 | Attraction 3 on Map Below

HISTORIC TRAIN GARDEN

This hidden gem tucked away in the Botanical Garden is well worth seeking out. Featuring typical New Orleans architecture, replicas of streetcars and plenty of trains, visitors can admire the work that has gone into making this excellent model railway.

DON’T MISS:

• The model trains and streetcars.
• The model replicas of New Orleans buildings.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $6 for 12 years old and over, $3 for children 5-12 and free for under 5s.
• Open 10:00 to 16:30 every day, but trains run on a limited schedule of weekends only and during Celebration in the Oaks.

5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 | 504-483-9386 |  Attraction 4 on Map Below

NATIONAL WWII MUSEUM

The National World War II Museum tells the story of the largest military conflict in history, why was it fought and how was it won, as the allies defended the world from fascism and oppression.

DON’T MISS:

• Following your WWII participant’s story throughout the Museum.
• The war machines, planes, tanks and armoured vehicles.
• “What Would You Do?” and answer real questions faced in WWII.
• The story of D-Day, the largest seabourne invasion in history.
• The roads to Berlin and Tokyo Theater Galleries.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $27.81 for children and adults, $24.21 for seniors and $18.03 for students and military with ID. Free for WWII veterans.
• Shows are an additional $6 per person.
• Open 09:00 to 17:00 every day except Mardi Gras Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
• The attraction is on the New Orleans Power Pass.

945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | 504-528-1944 | Attraction 5 on Map Below

RIDE A STREETCAR

One of only two moving national monuments in the USA, riding a streetcar is a must-do in New Orleans, just as riding a cable car is a must-do in San Francisco. With five lines to choose from, all shown on our map at the bottom, there should be a line near enough to you to make it worth going for a ride.

DON’T MISS:

• Riding on one of only two moving national monuments.
• Enjoy the sight-seeing as you enjoy this historic transport.
• Ride the St. Charles line, the oldest continuously operated streetcar in the world.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• A single ride is $1.25 and can be paid using exact change onboard. Senior citizens and disabled passengers pay $0.40.
• One, three and 31-day unlimited ride “Jazzy Passes” can be purchased for $3, $9 and $55 respectively.
• You can also use the GoMobile app to pay using your phone.

See map for routes | Attraction 6 on Map Below

ST. LOUIS CATHEDRAL

The oldest cathedral in what became the United States, St. Louis Cathedral was opened in 1794 and is the seat of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. With its three steeples and white facade, it is one of the most recognisable buildings in New Orleans.

DON’T MISS:

• The beautiful architecture.
• Learning about the history.
• Taking a moment to pause and reflect.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Entry to the Cathedral is free.
• A self-guided brochure is available for a $1 donation.
• Open 08:30 to 16:00 every day.

615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116 | 504-525-9585 | Attraction 7 on Map Below

MARDI GRAS WORLD

If you can’t make Mardi Gras then Mardi Gras World is the next best thing. This is where over 500 floats are made each year and will take you through the history of Mardi Gras in New Orleans. The tour allows you to see how these amazing pieces of art are brought to life ready for their parades.

DON’T MISS:

• Learning about the history of Mardi Gras.
• Seeing how amazing floats are made.
• Tasting King Cake, even if it’s not Mardi Gras time.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $22 for 11 years old and over, $17 for seniors and students with ID and $14 for 2-11s.
• Tours leave every half hour from 09:30 to 16:00 (13:00 if closing early) and last about 90 minutes.
• Open 09:00 to 17:30 every day. Closed on Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day, Easter and Mardi Gras Day. Closes at 14:00 on Christmas Eve and the Saturday, Sunday and Monday before Fat Tuesday.

1380 Port of New Orleans Pl, New Orleans, LA 70130 | 504-361-7821 | Attraction 8 on Map Below

AUDUBON BUTTERFLY GARDEN AND INSECTARIUM

North America’s largest museum devoted to insects and their relatives, Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium encourages you to use all of your sense to explore the insect world.

DON’T MISS:

• Being “shrunk” to bug size.
• Exploring a Lousiana Swamp.
• The awards show for bugs.
• The beautiful butterflies.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $23.64 for 13 years old and over, $18.49 for 2-12s and $20.55 for seniors.
• Open 10:00 to 16:30 every day.
• The attraction is on the New Orleans Power Pass.

423 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | 504-524-2847 | Attraction 9 on Map Below

1850 HOUSE

Believed to be the oldest apartment buildings in the US, the 1850 House showcases one of these apartments as it would have been in the mid-19th-century. The house is decorated to show how a middle-class family would have lived there during this prosperous time in New Orleans.

DON’T MISS:

• The Parisian architecture.
• John Slidell’s china.
• The six-piece bedroom suite.
• New Orleans silver.

PLAN YOUR VISIT:

• Tickets are $3 for 6 years old and over, $2 for seniors, students and active military and free for under 6s.
• Open 10:00 to 16:30 Tuesday to Sunday. Closed on Mondays.
• The attraction is on the New Orleans Power Pass.

523 St Ann St, New Orleans, LA 70116 | 504-524-9118 | Attraction 10 on Map Below

MAP

The map below shows all the above attractions in New Orleans in relation to the cruise terminal.