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The National WWII Museum
History Museum
Central Business District, New Orleans
The experts at CNN and Michelin Travel & Lifestyle recommend this place
"Beyond all Boundaries was phenomenal!! Definitely a must-see!"(34 Tips)
"Book your tickets for the 4D movie in advance via the website."(13 Tips)
"Excellent Tom Hanks narrative in the movie which you must see."(10 Tips)
"The American Sector restaurant is unbelievably good."(5 Tips)
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Doug WMay 14, 2017Great experience but it could use some more exhibits. Places feel like you're reading a history book and looking at photos, informative and interesting but not what you expect at a museum.- Pema ChodenJuly 19, 2015Book your tickets for the 4D movie in advance via the website. There are only certain times in the day they play the movie.
Adrian PhillipsMay 14, 2015If you're at all interested in history, this is a comprehensive look at World War 2 from the perspective of the United States. Extremely detailed exhibit, give yourself 3 hours to consume it all.
Nathan LaPlaineJune 8, 2013The museum itself is so worth your time. The displays are really nice, good well rounded experience. The staff is super nice, let us store our luggage so we could head to the airport when done.
Heather Smith FrazzettoAugust 19, 2016An absolutely well done and educational institution. This is a must see!! Do the Beyond the Borders movie! You won't regret it!
John PJuly 12, 2012Tickets were a little pricey for the museum. I thought the ticket for the movie was well worth it. The displays are more from personal perspectives and they make it more immersive. Thank you Vets!
Juan jo GoAugust 8, 2016Amazing place, the history live in this place. If you have the opportunity, you can see a veteran of war walking on the hallway
Jonathan BlundellNovember 16, 2012An amazing museum full of interactive pieces telling the story from an historical and personal perspective. The movie, Beyond all Boundaries, was definitely worth it.
Mike DJanuary 9, 2017An absolute must-visit. In terms of scale, detail & emotional impact it's one of the best historical museums in the world
Gaby ChinchillaApril 6, 2018Very nice museum! Must visit. Dont miss “beyond all boundries documental”.
Tuğba AltanJuly 1, 2016Authentic design is ver coll however more information about WW II before US become one of the allies may be given.
SabeenOctober 4, 2015Nice museum, the Beyond All Barriers 4D experience is well worth it - too bad you can't just do that part, it was definitely unique!
Jason McKinneyDecember 17, 2017If you only have 2 hours, make more time.. This is a multi-day museum. I experienced it for almost 6 hours and barely got through about a third.
ClintJuly 18, 2019Spectacular museum - my favorite building was the one with the pacific and European theater exhibits
DenetteSeptember 28, 2015You'll need a good day to explore all the facets of this museum! You may need a tissue just in case.
Delores PearsonAugust 6, 20154D Movie was great, my daughter loved that she could check the status of military personnel chosen with the tags in the beginning of her visit.
SJ SimonMay 27, 2021Definitely make sure to have 2.5 hours (if you're going to read all the displays) - more if you plan to watch the film.
Oscar AparicioJanuary 5, 2016I could have spent a whole day here and not seen the same exhibit twice. One of the best museums out there!
ThomasNovember 22, 2013The "Final Mission" is IMHO a waste of time. It runs by itself, the room is too spacious to convey the confined space of a submarine and all you have to do, is watching a computer movie on the ceiling
Jeremy ThomasAugust 30, 2014Amazing collection and powerful film. Easily spend a day here seeing some pretty amazing stuff. Expect to read.
Vincent ChesneyFebruary 19, 2023Originally the D-Day Museum as this is where the Higgins amphibious landing boats were built.
Andrew GattoSeptember 29, 2015The movie was one of the greatest theatre experiences a person can have. Worth every cent of the money.
Jennifer WorleyJune 12, 2016The museum staff stopped my 10 year old son twice to teach him about dog tags and about a ship. We all learned something from this trip!
Check out the 4D film Beyond All Boundaries. Produced & narrated by Tom Hanks. Showtimes are every hour on the hour. First showtime is 10am everyday. Last showtime is 4pm Sun-Thurs and 5pm Fri & Sat.
Zahra MohammadiFebruary 21, 2017Get the second day pass, to extend your visit or hand it over to your friends
Heidi Votaw-AmblerJune 10, 2014Others have mentioned this as well but definitely recommend seeing Beyond All Boundaries before the actual museum. Definitely worth the visit.
Michelin Travel & LifestyleMarch 29, 2012Seek out Higgins boat, which was designed and built in New Orleans. You’ll learn why the shallow-draft 36-passenger transport got credit from General Eisenhower for winning the war! -Travel Editor
Suzanne Lea F.July 15, 2013Make sure you wear comfortable shoes. There is a lot of different ways to get the information. Movies, reading, pictures, artifacts!
Sarah MonsonJune 4, 2016We had a great time here, very informative, interesting, and immersive. The 4D film was great!
Ana PratoNovember 28, 2014No audio-guides available. All information is in English. It's a pitty because a lot of tourists from from around the world come to this museum
Clare LynchFebruary 10, 2016Well done museum. There's a lot to cover, so plan to spend several hours or return for a second day visit
Sharon BSeptember 29, 2017The multimedia provided a great way to get the history. The personal stories added another element. The movie was amazing.
Arjun ModakSeptember 16, 2016Absolute must visit place. The documentary is one of the best experiences I have been through.
Lydia LoweSeptember 13, 2016It's a great experience. Just don't try to do it all in one day. Definitely worth a second trip
Rebecca MMarch 21, 2019Worth visiting just for the D-Day exhibit. More than just a display of artillery and unabashed patriotism.
Adrienne HerrmannJuly 14, 2017I took my kids ages, 11 and 13. It was great for them, you can easily spend 4 hours there!
Jason LauApril 22, 2016Phenomenal museum. Plan to spend 4-6 hours. Buy your tickets online to save time.
Debbie smithOctober 7, 2015The new Berlin exhibit is worth your time, go visit again if its been a while since you've visited!
Mandy AllmanJuly 6, 2018I loved that they give you a virtual person to follow that lived during that time, made it more personal!
Cobalt RavenSeptember 6, 2016For Being BrandNew TheSubm Simulator Was A Joke...They Shouldn't Call It A Simulator. Maybe a room with vibrating floor, "beyond all borders"show awesome☆☆☆☆☆ All vehicles are in running condition
HenryNovember 9, 2014Do not miss the D-Day permanent exhibition, to understand the last days of WWII.
Daniela DBSeptember 28, 2014Amazing a must do! It will take at least half of your day... Totally worth it. Watch the movie!
Plan on getting to the museum at 9 am when it opens. It will take you from 3 to 5 hours to walk through the exhibits. Also get your tickets to Beyond All Boundaries when you get your museum tickets.
Mohith MarattApril 21, 2018The best war museum I have been to! Wish the Red Army got their deserved recognition.
Wayne AndermanApril 9, 2016A true homage to those who served then and preserved it all as we know it now. X
Tamra CroninNovember 30, 2014A must visit! But plan for a whole day because a lot of one of a kind exhibits
Jennifer GallardoJanuary 7, 2017The exhibits are tastefully done and the movie "Beyond Boundaries" was entertaining and informative.
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The National WWII Museum
945 Magazine St (at Andrew Higgins St)
New Orleans, LA 70130
United States
New Orleans, LA 70130
United States
The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American Experience in the war that changed the world — why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today — so that all generations will understand the price of freedom and be inspired by what they learn.
Open until 5:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
(504) 528-1944
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