New Orleans Museums

Experience exciting tourist attractions and things to do in New Orleans by booking a stay at our relaxing hotels in the French Quarter. A hub for a variety of activities, this lively area offers easy access to popular New Orleans museums.

National WWII Museum

Discover the intriguing story of a significant turning point in American history at the National World War II Museum New Orleans. Opened on the 56th anniversary of the Normandy invasion, this Museum was designated by Congress as “America’s National World War II Museum”, welcoming thousands of guests each year.

Enjoy an amazing overview of World War II and the American experience during this tumultuous time and how the bravery and cooperation of both citizens and soldiers contributed to its outcome. Take a glimpse into this important era by viewing D-Day Remembered, an Academy Award® nominated documentary film or stroll through four galleries featuring maps, mini-theatres, photos and artifacts related to D-Day. Guests of the National D-Day Museum can also enjoy first-hand accounts from veterans and home front workers during their visit.

Hermann-Grima House

On your historic New Orleans vacation, take time to visit the Hermann-Grima House, a magnificent antebellum home. Built in 1831, this house offers guests the chance to experience the beauty and grace of homes constructed by prosperous Creole families in the Vieux Carre before the Civil War. Take a tour through this meticulously-restored Federal-style mansion to find a lovely courtyard garden, horse stable and 1830s outdoor kitchen.

Gallier House

Home of prominent New Orleans architect, James Gallier, this elegant Victorian home was designed in 1857 and beautifully-renovated to its original splendor. As a much-heralded architect to New Orleans’ high society, James Gallier created his house as a spectacular representation of his personal taste and style. Located on Royal Street, just minutes from our French Quarter New Orleans hotel, this building encompasses a lush garden, carriageway and restored slave quarters.

New Orleans Museum of Art

Make plans during your exciting New Orleans travel to peruse the dazzling collection of The New Orleans Museum of Art, the oldest fine arts institution in the city. Located at the main entrance to City Park, this museum was built in 1911 and is knows for its impressive collection of glass pieces and Latin American colonial art. This compilation of more than 40,000 objects features a wide array of works from French and American to African and Japanese. Be sure to visit the 5-acre Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden with 50 sculptures found throughout strolling paths, bridges, lagoons and beautiful foliage.