Best History Museum in St. Charles Parish

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Best History Museum in St. Charles Parish

The National WWII Museum
The National WWII Museum
4.8 (17193 ratings)5 (25720 ratings)
Multi-building museum with interactive submarine exhibit, planes, 4-D theater & eatery downstairs.
945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
War museumMuseumsHistory museumNational museumMilitary MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
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"The National WWII Museum is a sprawling complex of modern buildings in the Warehouse District that receives thousands of visitors daily. Contextualizing a huge global event like World War II is no easy task, but through large narrative exhibits that include very detailed, personal accounts from eyewitnesses, the museum manages to do just that. The Home Front, the Pacific and European Theaters, and the D-Day Invasion are the main halls, with an immersive submarine exhibit and an awe-inspiring 4-D movie presentation you should see, even if that’s all you do at the museum."
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Warehouse DistrictSuffice it to say, if you served in the United States Military during WWII, you’re granted free admission to the National WWII Museum, which is a really amazing place worth paying to visit, anyhow. But if you’re not a member of “The Greatest Generation,” but still a US veteran, you can still visit the museum for free on certain national holidays (check the website for details). Again, though, you should pay to check this place out: it has boats, and tanks, and airplanes, and a 4D cinematic experience narrated by Tom Hanks."
Mentioned by New Orleans 4 days itinerary
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"The National World War II Museum is a humongous cultural center that can take nearly the whole day to explore. The museum tells the story of why the war was fought, how it was won and its significance today."
The Cabildo
The Cabildo
4.4 (335 ratings)4 (373 ratings)
The Louisiana Purchase was signed in this 1790s landmark now housing a New Orleans history museum.
701 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Local history museumMuseumsHistorical landmarkSpecialty Museums
The Historic New Orleans Collection (New exhibition center)
The Historic New Orleans Collection (New exhibition center)
4.7 (386 ratings)4.5 (590 ratings)
Museum made up of historic, restored buildings that offer exhibits & tours plus a gift shop.
520 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
History museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by 10Best
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"A must for lovers of the city and for history buffs, the Historic New Orleans Collection connects the dots in more than three centuries of New Orleans lore. A museum, research center and publisher, the collection was founded in 1966 to preserve the history and culture of New Orleans and the Gulf South. Located in a historic complex of French Quarter buildings, the Historic New Orleans Collection also includes an impressive staffed research center â€" for doing some checking up on famous residents like voodoo queen Marie Laveau, should you get the urge. The research archives are especially focused on documents relating to the Battle of New Orleans and the War of 1812 in the South, including rare books, maps and plans that collectively tell the story of one of the greatest military upsets of all time. You can also tour the historic Williams home, which is full of gorgeous Louisiana antiques and a collection of Chinese porcelains."
Mentioned by New Orleans 3 days itinerary
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"It’s also an excellent place to people watch and where a number of New Orleans’ historical landmarks like The St Louis Cathedral, The Cabildo, and The Presbytère are located (with Preservation Hall and The Historic New Orleans Collection nearby). Tons of artists, musicians, and fortune tellers hang out in Jackson Square and in the spirit of disclosure, I spent most of my time here people-watching and eating beignets. However, if you want to be a little more cultured than I was, visit one or several of the above-mentioned landmarks for even more NOLA history."
Mentioned by Travel Artsy
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"Commemorating 300 years of New Orleans, the Historic New Orleans Collection houses multiple exhibits including two historic homes (from 1792 and 1890), a bookstore, and an art gallery. The THNOC includes 10 historic buildings that cover two campuses in The Quarter. Four exhibition spaces present permanent and rotating exhibitions showcasing New Orleans history and art."
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
4.6 (1515 ratings)4.5 (917 ratings)
Circa-1823 apothecary is now a museum with exhibits of early medicines, superstitious cures & more.
514 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
History museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by New Orleans 3 days itinerary
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"The Pharmacy Museum has quite an interesting tour – don’t let the name fool you!. It’s all about old school remedies and how they evolved through history, with a local twist."
The Presbytère
The Presbytère
4.5 (388 ratings)4.5 (839 ratings)
State museum with Hurricane Katrina & Mardi Gras exhibits in a former courthouse built in 1813.
751 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Local history museumMuseumsHistory museumSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by GPSmyCity
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"A visit to The Presbytère is recommended and worthwhile for at least three reasons. (1) Built in the 1790s as a matching structure to the Cabildo, which flanks the St. Louis Cathedral on the other side, it is one of the nation's best examples of formal Spanish Colonial style, with a full panoply of Renaissance architectural forms. Destroyed by a hurricane in 1915, the cupola was restored to match the one atop its twin, the Cabildo, and in 1970 the structure was designated a National Historic Landmark."
Mentioned by Yurview
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"Two current exhibits are “Mardi Gras: It’s Carnival Time in Louisiana,” which traces the celebration from its 19th-century origins to the current day emergence of parades and festivities that attracts millions of visitors each year. The “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond” exhibit details the rescue, rebuilding, and renewal from the storm that devastated the city back on August 23, 2005."
Mentioned by Travel Artsy
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"Originally called Casas Curial or “Ecclesiastical House,” The Presbytère was started in 1791 and is a great example of formal colonial Spanish architecture. It was first designed to match the nearby Cabildo (Town Hall) and was built on the former site of the residence of the Capuchin monks and presbytery. It became a courthouse in 1834 and part of the Louisiana State Museum in 1911."
Hermann-Grima House
Hermann-Grima House
4.7 (206 ratings)4.5 (324 ratings)
19th-century house museum with period furnishings, a stable & a functional 1830s outdoor kitchen.
820 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
History museumSights & LandmarksGift shopHistorical landmarkMuseumScenic spotSouvenir storeHistoric Sites
Madame John’s Legacy
Madame John’s Legacy
4 (33 ratings)3.5 (47 ratings)
632 Dumaine St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksChildren's museumArchitectural BuildingsHistory Museums
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"French QuarterArchitecture enthusiasts will quickly and easily fall in love with New Orleans, and for good reason; the city is prized for its distinctive architectural style. And nowhere will you find a better example of this than at Madame John’s Legacy, a primo example of Louisiana’s 18th-century architectural design, and an official National Historic Landmark."
Treme's Petit Jazz Museum
Treme's Petit Jazz Museum
4.8 (121 ratings)5 (22 ratings)
1500 Governor Nicholls St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
MuseumArt MuseumsHistory MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by AFAR
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"After voodoo (or vodou) came to New Orleans in the 1700s—first via West African slaves, then with Haitians after the Haitian Revolution—it entwined with the city’s identity. Which is why, since the 1970s, a French Quarter visit has been deemed incomplete without a stop at the tiny Historic Voodoo Museum. If it’s lore you seek, you’ll find it here."
Gallier House
Gallier House
4.7 (100 ratings)4.5 (84 ratings)
Built in 1857, this opulent, furnished house provides a glimpse into the life of an affluent family.
1132 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistory museumScenic spotHistoric Sites
New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
3.8 (2478 ratings)3.5 (566 ratings)
Two snug rooms packed with voodoo artifacts, plus a gift shop, both run by voodoo practitioners.
724 Dumaine St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
MuseumGift shopHeritage museumHistory museumNovelty storeSpecialty Museums

Top Best Chinese Restaurants in St. Charles Parish

Blue Giant Chinese
Blue Giant Chinese
4.4 (137 ratings)
1300 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Chinese restaurant
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"The gist: When it first opened earlier in 2020, waits of two hours or more were common at Blue Giant. During the pandemic, Blue Giant turned to take-out only but the original model is now back in action, so if you want to get your hands on one of their massive egg rolls, you’ll have to score a table. The food: Look for spicy stir-fried eggplant guaranteed to make your eyes water, blue crab rangoon, and an egg roll that’s big enough to share (not that you’ll want to).The cost: Starters $3 - $14, mains and shareables $11 - $16.How to book: Reserve via Resy."
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Just weeks ago, it was hard to even get inside this new Magazine Street restaurant, and nightly waits routinely climbed past 90 minutes for a table. It was worth it, though, to get a bowl full of the tear-inducing eggplant. For now, however, they’ve turned to takeout exclusively from 4pm to 9pm, but are still offering their full menu."
Wishing Town Bakery Cafe
Wishing Town Bakery Cafe
4.6 (63 ratings)
3327 Severn Ave, Metairie, LA 70002, USA
RestaurantBakeryCake shopChinese restaurantDessert shopDumpling restaurant
Mentioned by Eater New Orleans
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"A little more than a year old, Wishing Town Bakery Cafe took over the former Morning Call on Severn Avenue, neighbors to the complimentary Sharetea Nola. While also a bakery, Guangzhou-born couple Vivi and Kevin Zheng version of Chinese specialties are some of the best in town. An extensive array of dim sum and cold noodle salads round out a menu of beautiful cakes and pastries, perfect for a celebration."
Hunan Wok
Hunan Wok
4.5 (388 ratings)
No-frills counter-serve nook preparing generous portions of Chinese classics to eat in or take out.
2201 St Bernard Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
Chinese restaurant

Best Street Markets in St. Charles Parish

Frenchmen St
Frenchmen St
4.2 (17 ratings)4.5 (10812 ratings)
Historic New Orleans' street with a 2-block section known for its wide variety of live music venues.
New Orleans, LA, USA
Notable streetShoppingNeighborhoodsFlea & Street Markets
Mentioned by New Orleans 3 days itinerary
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"Experience Live Jazz on Frenchmen Street End your night on Frenchmen Street, one of the best spots to hang out in New Orleans. Almost every local we talked to told us to head over to Frenchmen for tons of options for live jazz music every night. We were even told by a local that Frenchmen was what Bourbon Street used to be like before it became the big neon party destination it is now for tourists."
Mentioned by Wandering Wheatleys
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"Frenchman Street is just a few blocks away from Bourbon Street but it seems like an entirely different world. The daiquiri stands and “huge ass beer” signs are replaced by jazz clubs and spontaneous street performances. If you’re in the mood for live music then you’ll almost certainly find something to your liking here."
Mentioned by New Orleans 3 days itinerary
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"Instead, head to the live music clubs on Frenchmen Street. It’s actually close enough to Bourbon Street to walk. And, while Frenchmen Street goes for several blocks, between Decatur and Chartres Streets there’s enough music, food, and drink to have you booking your next trip to New Orleans!"
Palace Market Frenchmen
Palace Market Frenchmen
4.7 (353 ratings)4.5 (169 ratings)
619 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Art galleryShoppingNight marketFlea & Street Markets
Mentioned by 10Best
places to shop vintage, antiques, art and more in New Orleans
"A beacon of locally made art and jewelry on Frenchmen Street since 2013, this evening market is open nightly from 7 pm to midnight or 1, depending on crowds. Right next door to the Spotted Cat and in the heart of the Frenchmen Street nuttiness, this brightly lit marketplace boasts a revolving roster of serious artists creating everything from sculptures made from flatware to Impressionist style streetcar scenes and inventive offbeat t-shirt designs. This is where locals in the know buy their gifts and art for the wall and wearing."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"For some reason, Frenchmen Street remains an undiscovered gold mine to most first-time tourists, and even for many of the seasoned visitors; the Frenchmen Art Market is one of the gems of the city. If you are traveling with family or simply strive for more depth than the bars and nightclubs can provide, take a stroll under the lights illuminating the fantastic displays. This weekly nighttime market truly personifies the ambiance of this magnificent city."
Crescent City Farmers Market
Crescent City Farmers Market
4.7 (129 ratings)4 (38 ratings)
Open-air farmer's market boasting a range of local vendors 3 times a week in different locations.
750 Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Farmers' marketShoppingProduce marketFlea & Street Markets

Best Family Restaurants in St. Charles Parish

Blaze Pizza
Blaze Pizza
4.4 (797 ratings)
Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.
611 O'Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
Pizza restaurantFamily restaurantPizza Takeout
Slim Goodies Diner
Slim Goodies Diner
4.3 (801 ratings)
Cash-only daytime diner with vegetarian-friendly comfort fare in funky digs with a leafy backyard.
3322 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115, USA
DinerAmerican restaurantBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCreole restaurantFamily restaurantLunch restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurantVegan restaurant
Mentioned by Time Out New Orleans
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"This breakfast and lunch spot is a local favorite on Magazine Street. Slim Goodies serves classic comfort food with bold twists, all made with fresh ingredients (and lots of love). Everyone loves the slammers: hash browns slathered in something delicious – think crawfish étouffée or chili with bacon and cheddar cheese – but the sweet potato pancakes are not to be missed."
Mentioned by Eater New Orleans
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"Ten years old and going strong, Magazine Street's quirky, always-slammed early morning to lunch time diner, is known for their Slammer options, a hangover-helper made with hashbrowns and scrambles of various sort (eggs, chili, tofu, what have you). There is also a potato latke/crawfish etouffee dish called the Jewish Coonass, not PC, but a fan favorite."
Don’s Seafood
Don’s Seafood
4 (1694 ratings)
Family-friendly sit-down spot for fried seafood, steaks & Cajun fare in a low-key setting.
4801 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006, USA
Seafood restaurantBrunch restaurantCreole restaurantFamily restaurantTakeout Restaurant

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near St. Charles Parish

Red Roof Inn Kenner - New Orleans Airport NE
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Hilton New Orleans Airport Hotel
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