There are so many things to do in New Orleans, you can easily become overwhelmed. Sure, St. Louis Cathedral, City Park, and the French Quarter are popular tourist attractions and a great way to spend your day, but what about the inconspicuous attractions in New Orleans? From restaurants to theaters, these hidden gems may not look like much from the outside, but we promise they deserve a second look.
- Dop Antiques
Stephen Young/Google Royal Street may be known for having dozens of incredible antique shops peppered throughout the historic street, but a trip over to Dop Antiques on Jefferson Highway is an absolute must if you’re looking for antiques. Featuring over 20,000 square feet of imported antiques from France, Belgium, The Netherlands, and Italy, you’re sure to find something you just can’t live without at this hidden gem. Click here to learn more.
Address 300 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA, 70121
- The Pharmacy Museum
Damon Lee/Google Located in the heart of the French Quarter, this unassuming building is certainly worthy of a second look. The New Orleans Pharmacy Museum takes you on a journey through the advancements in the medical field through displays of surgical instruments, medicine, and more. You’ll walk away with a great appreciation for how far we’ve come in medicine, for sure. Learn more here.
Address: 514 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
- St. Roch Cemetery
Zac S./Trip Advisor New Orleans has some of the most unique cemeteries in the country, and it’s certainly one of the top tourist attractions when people visit the Big Easy. While St. Louis Cemetery 1, 2, or 3 may get all the attention, there’s a tiny inconspicuous cemetery over in the St. Roch neighborhood that’s worthy of a little afternoon adventure. Established in 1874, this hidden gem has a fascinating history that you can read more about in our previous article here.
Address: 1725 St. Roch Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70117
- Bayou Segnette State Park
Crash Mazz/Google Even though it’s not in New Orleans, it’s worth the 30 minute drive. Bayou Segnette State Park is a 700-acre park over in Westwego that caters to everyone. Whether you’re looking to do some fishing, canoeing, or stroll through the nature trails, this little state park is perfect when you need to get some nature in your life. The floating cabins offer beautiful water views, so maybe make a weekend out of it and bring the family for a fun little weekend getaway. Learn more here.
Address: 7777 Westbank Expressway, Westwego, LA, 70094
- Mosca’s Restaurant
Ryohei Arai/Google While you’re in Westwego exploring Bayou Segnette State Park, pop on over to Mosca’s for one of the most delicious meals of your life. Established in 1946, this long-standing neighborhood eatery features a menu full of hearty portions of family-style Italian fare that will make you feel like you’ve been transported to Italy. Learn more here.
Address: 4137 US-90, Westwego, LA, 70094
- Alcee Fortier Park
Robert Piatt/Google Established in 1926, this little pocket park is easily missed but worth a visit. The 39-acre triangular park is lined by beautiful ancient oaks and lush greenery. It’s the perfect little inconspicuous park to sit for a spell and read a book without too much city noise. The park is located in Esplanade Ridge and bordered by Esplanade Avenue, Grand Route St. John Street, and Mystery Street.
- Museum of Death
Michael Curry Jr./Google This one-of-a-kind museum will take you on a wild ride as you explore everything about death through art, history, serial killers, and more. Warning, this museum is not for the squeamish. Learn more Learn more here.
Address: 227 Dauphine Street, New Orleans, LA, 70112
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Stephen Young/Google
Royal Street may be known for having dozens of incredible antique shops peppered throughout the historic street, but a trip over to Dop Antiques on Jefferson Highway is an absolute must if you’re looking for antiques. Featuring over 20,000 square feet of imported antiques from France, Belgium, The Netherlands, and Italy, you’re sure to find something you just can’t live without at this hidden gem. Click here to learn more.
Address 300 Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA, 70121
Damon Lee/Google
Located in the heart of the French Quarter, this unassuming building is certainly worthy of a second look. The New Orleans Pharmacy Museum takes you on a journey through the advancements in the medical field through displays of surgical instruments, medicine, and more. You’ll walk away with a great appreciation for how far we’ve come in medicine, for sure. Learn more here.
Address: 514 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Zac S./Trip Advisor
New Orleans has some of the most unique cemeteries in the country, and it’s certainly one of the top tourist attractions when people visit the Big Easy. While St. Louis Cemetery 1, 2, or 3 may get all the attention, there’s a tiny inconspicuous cemetery over in the St. Roch neighborhood that’s worthy of a little afternoon adventure. Established in 1874, this hidden gem has a fascinating history that you can read more about in our previous article here.
Address: 1725 St. Roch Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70117
Crash Mazz/Google
Even though it’s not in New Orleans, it’s worth the 30 minute drive. Bayou Segnette State Park is a 700-acre park over in Westwego that caters to everyone. Whether you’re looking to do some fishing, canoeing, or stroll through the nature trails, this little state park is perfect when you need to get some nature in your life. The floating cabins offer beautiful water views, so maybe make a weekend out of it and bring the family for a fun little weekend getaway. Learn more here.
Address: 7777 Westbank Expressway, Westwego, LA, 70094
Ryohei Arai/Google
While you’re in Westwego exploring Bayou Segnette State Park, pop on over to Mosca’s for one of the most delicious meals of your life. Established in 1946, this long-standing neighborhood eatery features a menu full of hearty portions of family-style Italian fare that will make you feel like you’ve been transported to Italy. Learn more here.
Address: 4137 US-90, Westwego, LA, 70094
Robert Piatt/Google
Established in 1926, this little pocket park is easily missed but worth a visit. The 39-acre triangular park is lined by beautiful ancient oaks and lush greenery. It’s the perfect little inconspicuous park to sit for a spell and read a book without too much city noise. The park is located in Esplanade Ridge and bordered by Esplanade Avenue, Grand Route St. John Street, and Mystery Street.
Michael Curry Jr./Google
This one-of-a-kind museum will take you on a wild ride as you explore everything about death through art, history, serial killers, and more. Warning, this museum is not for the squeamish. Learn more Learn more here.
Address: 227 Dauphine Street, New Orleans, LA, 70112
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