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Featured Museums in New Orleans

With endearing nicknames like "Big Easy" and "Crescent City", New Orleans has a culture all-its-own. Some of the most memorable things to do in New Orleans, LA, involve history and the creole/cajun culture. Sightseeing tours like Riverboat Cruises and Bus Tours reveal the many things to see, while food, drink, and ghost tours tell the story of NOLA in spectacular fashion. Don't forget to visit the area's many museums and local attractions including Plantation Country and Audubon Nature Institute.

Take a flight through history at the number 1 attraction in New Orleans and one of the Top 10 Museums worldwide, The National WWII Museum. This museum’s collection of artifacts, interactive exhibits, and moving personal stories convey the war’s epic story in a way that informs and inspires while educating today’s generations about the price of freedom and honoring those who gave so much to secure it. Soar to new heights with the 4-D film "Beyond All Boundaries" experience. Don't miss your chance to see this for yourself, book your spot today!

The National World War II Museum

Take a flight through history at the number 1 attraction in New Orleans and one of the Top 10 Museums worldwide, The...

The WWII museum was the highlight of our New Orleans vacation.  The curators did an amazing job stepping you back in time and allowing you to experience   Events in a chronological fashion.  The impact of the war from the soldier to the effects of daily life for all citizens is on display.  The social missteps are also discussed and displayed.  

I hope to be back again.

Must Do for All

We purchased out WWII museum tickets through tripshock and got a good deal. The museum is quite big and took us almost the full day to visit. Highly recommend it!

Good deal

All exhibits

The National WWII Museum

Come see where and how Mardi Gras is made! This is the only a tour that offers a real, behind-the-scenes look at the one and only Mardi Gras! The fantastical floats are handcrafted by NOLA artists all year long and are the highlight of the party during parade season. This hour-long tour allows visitors to take a sneak peek at the newest designs! Learn about what makes New Orleans famous: Mardi Gras! Book your spot today!

Mardi Gras World Admission & Self-Guided Tour With Complimentary Shuttle Transportation

Come see where and how Mardi Gras is made! This is the only a tour that offers a real, behind-the-scenes look at the one...

Fascinating tour!  Educational video but best part was visiting the warehouse and seeing all the floats headed to their new float event. Highly recommend this tour

Giant playground

Cool experience.  You get see the artistry that goes into the floats.

Worth a Visit

Very interesting and neat seeing float decorations up close.

Mardi Gras World

Savor Southern majesty with a classic New Orleans plantation tour and round trip transportation to and from guest's hotel. Step back in time at Whitney Plantation on a half-day adventure into the history and mystery of the Great River Road. Within the boundaries of the "Habitation Haydel", Whitney Plantation tells the story of the Haydel family and the slaves that occupied the property. Discover educational and awe-inspiring museum exhibits, artwork, and historic buildings resorted to exemplify their centuries-old look and feel.

Whitney Plantation Admission & Guided Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

Savor Southern majesty with a classic New Orleans plantation tour and round trip transportation to and from guest's...

First start our driver was excellent. I didn't get her name but I would definitely request her again. She was knowledgeable about the area called German Coast and knowledgeable about the city of New Orleans. She was just wonderful. I loved the Hotel pickup/drop-off Tripshock provides. This was my first time visiting New Orleans and Tripshock made it so convenient with their accommodations of Hotel pickup. I will definitely use Tripshock again for my next trip. Thank you.

Whitney Plantation

Dionne, guide, was amazing. Shared so many interesting facts the 45 minute drive flew by.  She took the time to explain so much as we traveled - learned a lot.  the plantation tour was an audio recording, very well done, and extremely informative - I was moved to tears by the experience.   HIGHLY RECOMMEND the tour and our guide was the BEST!

Whitney plantation

The tour was interesting and our driver was amazing

N’awlins Luxury Tours

Take a musical journey through African American history on this Historic Riverland's & Soul River Music Tour. Visit Historic Riverlands, where the truth is revealed, history is relived, minds are renewed, and hearts repaired! Located on the former Cornland Plantation grounds, you will see the sites, feel the spirit, and hear the music as you are transported back in time. Witness the strength and pride of the people who lived and worked the plantation country through expert narration and exhibits at this historical landmark! Book your spot today!

Historic Riverlands Plantation & Soul River Music History Tour

Take a musical journey through African American history on this Historic Riverland's & Soul River Music Tour. Visit...

We enjoyed the tour and all the information that we learned about

Riverlands tour

Historic Riverlands Soul River Musical Journey Plantation

Enjoy oak tree-lined Esplanade Avenue and discover the story of the French Creoles, including Edgar Degas and his maternal family, hosted by either a docent or the Great-Grand Nieces of the artist himself! This documented historical tour includes exploring both Degas houses, which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and viewing the award-winning documentary "Degas in New Orleans, a Creole Sojourn". Also included is the Creole Neighborhood of Edgar Degas Walking Tour, which explores references to the neighborhood included in Degas' New Orleans letters. Book your spot today!

Edgar Degas House Museum Guided Tour

Enjoy oak tree-lined Esplanade Avenue and discover the story of the French Creoles, including Edgar Degas and his...

Good

As an art lover, I knew I needed to do this tour. Degas' great niece, Joanie, did a superb job of filling me in on the facts surrounding the artist's visit, his motivations for his various styles and subjects and some intriguing stories of family history. All helped orient me to the history, economies and cultural influences of NOLA in a fascinating way. My favorite tour by far! Thanks Joanie!

A rare and unique experience!

Degas House

If you are looking to experience a combination tour and educational museum, then this Houmas House & The Great River Road Museum Day Trip is the pick for you! This historic estate boasts 38 acres of the south’s grandest gardens, three restaurants, a luxurious Inn, and a historic mansion open daily for tours. The guided mansion tour leads guests through the architectural evolution of the mansion and details how a succession of owners and the Mississippi River grew this manor house to the estate it is today. Period antiques, artwork, and artifacts help the costumed guides tell the story of plantation life. Once sprawling over 300,000 acres, Houmas House has survived wars, floods, abandonment, and the test of time. Spend some time experiencing the Antebellum South. Once you have explored the Houmas Estate, visit The Great River Road Museum. This expansive museum educates about life on the Mississippi - exploring the culture, commerce, folklore, and music. Once you’ve completed this attraction, save time to walk across the bridge located in the parking lot and enjoy sweeping views of the Mississippi River and the surrounding landscape. Book today!

Houmas House & The Great River Road Museum Day Trip

If you are looking to experience a combination tour and educational museum, then this Houmas House & The Great River...

In my opinion, over priced and short. Based on the main house. No history of the rest of the property.

Good tour and tour guide

Wonderful day spent with a true New Orleans native whose family roots went back 300 years. Museum and map room were added delights. A peek into the past.

Houmas House

Our visit to the museum was enjoyable and enlightening. It was especially nice because we were treated to a guided introduction by the curator’s sister who just happened to be in the foyer when we arrived. Her passion and excitement for the displays and artifacts brought history to life.

Worth the time

Houmas House and Gardens

Fried chicken and cocktails? Now that's a museum worth checking out! Shake things up and take a bite out of history with a visit to the Southern Food & Beverage Museum. This living history and food wonderland give guests an in-depth look at the roots of Southern food culture. Admission gets you into both the food museum as well as the museums of the American Cocktail's and La Galerie de l'Absinthe, which showcases the Absinthe collection of Raymond Bordelon and the storied history of the "green fairy" itself.

Southern Food & Beverage Museum General Admission

Fried chicken and cocktails? Now that's a museum worth checking out! Shake things up and take a bite out of history with...

The venue was very educational for foodies!

Food and Beverage Southern Museum

Southern Food and Beverage Museum & Museum of the American Cocktail

Biloxi-Gulfport

Bring the kids to have fun in the award-winning indoor wonderland known as Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. Located in a 1915 schoolhouse across from the beach in Gulfport, Lynn Meadows is a giant playhouse dedicated to children and their wild imaginations. Inside, 15,000 square feet of hands-on exhibits encourage fun, learning, and creativity. Discover different cultures at the Celebrate the World We Share exhibit, board the train at Dolan Avenue Depot, and create a mini-masterpiece at our art studio - Art Knows Anything Goes. Outside, oak-covered acres provide more space to let the imagination run wild. Play "house" in the trees, tap a tune in the outdoor musical garden and explore the tiny town of Kids Street. Book your ticket today!

Lynn Meadows Children's Discovery Center Admission Tickets

Bring the kids to have fun in the award-winning indoor wonderland known as Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. Located in a...

TripShock was quick and easily accessed. We showed our confirmation # upon entry at the discovery center in Biloxi and enjoyed a great time on their last open day of the summer season.

Easily Accessed

Great experience! My experience was actually  better than expected. To check in was super easy. My daughter enjoyed so well that she's  asking everyday to go again!

Very satisfied!

It was a blast for my 6 year old grandson, he loved it all!

We had a great visit!’

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Enjoy the morning in New Orleans at the former home of French Impressionist Master, Edgar Degas, where guests will be served an incredible home-cooked Creole breakfast, accompanied by a guided tour of the 1850s Creole mansion where Edgar Degas created many of his most famous masterpieces. Hear intimate details about the historic home from the tour guide, Degas’ actual great-grandniece, or a docent. Book your spot today!

Edgar Degas House Tour & Creole Breakfast

Enjoy the morning in New Orleans at the former home of French Impressionist Master, Edgar Degas, where guests will be...

Not really knowing what to expect we arrived 15 minutes early as instructed for breakfast. The house was locked but someone cam to the front door in about 7-8 minutes and unlocked it for us. It was a nice sit down breakfast with about 8 other travelers which was nice to talk and get to know one another. The breakfast was truly five star and out hats off to the cooks. The tour itself was very informative and the guide did a really good job. If you are seeking food, culture, history and love art this is a great way to spend about three hours. Understand though you are going to be in a home from the 1700's so do not expect "spit & polish".

Edgar Degas

It was nice to learn about Degas’ ties with New Orleans, and also see the room which hosted him during his time in Louisiana.
There was a little too much focus on his brother’s infidelity; we would have preferred to learn more about the paintings he did here and a more detailed analysis of the letters or other first hand documents in which Degas described his time in NOLA.