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📝 1. Overview
Once a maze of cotton warehouses, the Warehouse District has transformed into New Orleans’ creative core. With sleek galleries, upscale lofts, craft bars, and the world-class museums, this district blends Southern soul with industrial chic.
📸 2. Highlights
🎨 Contemporary Arts Center – Bold exhibits & performing arts
🖼️ Ogden Museum of Southern Art – Deep dive into regional creativity
🦖 Louisiana Children’s Museum – Interactive fun for all ages
🍸 Barcadia – Arcade games + gourmet drinks
🏛️ National WWII Museum – Massive & immersive history must-see
🛍️ The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk – Shopping with river views
💡 3. Tips
🎟️ WWII Museum = reserve ahead, it’s huge
🌇 Sunset = rooftop bars are prime spots
👟 Wear comfy shoes—great for art-hopping
📷 CAC & Ogden both have cool photo ops
🚕 French Quarter is just a few blocks away—walk or rideshare
🎟️ 4. Tickets & Info
| Attraction | Price (Adult) | Opening Hours |
|---|---|---|
| National WWII Museum | ~$32 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Ogden Museum of Southern Art | ~$13.50 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) | ~$10 | Thu–Sun, 11:00 AM–5 PM |
🍽️ 5. Nearby Eats
🍔 Cochon Butcher – Artisan meats & casual Cajun plates
🍝 Peche Seafood Grill – Stylish spot for Gulf-fresh dishes
🍩 District Donuts – Gourmet donuts & sliders = unexpected win
🚗 6. Access
📍 From French Quarter: ~5 min walk
🚋 Streetcar stop: Julia St. Station (Riverfront Line)
🚘 Easy rideshare zone, limited meter parking
🅿️ Parking garages on Julia St & Convention Center Blvd
🎈 7. Vibes & Add-ons
🖤 Industrial-chic meets Southern hospitality
🎭 Great date-night zone—arts + dinner + drinks
🧃 Street-level murals, hidden speakeasies, and modern flair
🎨 Ideal for creatives, couples, and museum lovers
🏨 8. Recommended Hotels
- Loft 523 New Orleans – Sleek boutique lofts with downtown vibes
💰 Price: $$$
📍 523 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA - AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans – Modern, comfy & great location
💰 Price: $$–$$$
📍 221 Carondelet St, New Orleans, LA - Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery – Artistic, pet-friendly & full of character
💰 Price: $$
📍 535 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA
🌐 9. Contact / Info
📍 Contemporary Arts Center: +1 (504) 528-3805
📍 WWII Museum Guest Services: +1 (504) 528-1944
📍 Ogden Museum Info Desk: +1 (504) 539-9650
📍 Streetcar Info (RTA): +1 (504) 248-3900