New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum, New Orleans

Name: New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
Address: 724 Dumaine St, New Orleans, 70116-3140, United States
Telephone: +1 504-523-7685

#110 among attractions in New Orleans

Museum, History museum, Specialty museum

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New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum is a voodoo museum in New Orleans, United States, situated between Bourbon and Royal Streets in the centre of the French Quarter. Although only a small museum, consisting of two rooms, it is one of few museums in the world dedicated entirely to Vodou art. There is a voodoo priest on site giving readings. Separately, the museum also hosts walking tours to the Marie Laveau tomb in the Saint Louis Cemetery and the Congo Square. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 29°57'35"N, 90°3'50"W

Address

724 Dumaine StFrench Quarter - CBD (French Quarter)New Orleans 70116-3140 United States

Contact

+1 504-523-7685

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New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Street, Cafe Lafitte in Exile, French Market, St. Louis Cathedral.

~170 ftSE
Shopping district, Shopping
Royal Street, New Orleans
1 min walk • Royal Street is a street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. It is one of the original streets of the city, dating from the early 18th century, and is known today for its antique shops, art galleries, and hotels.
~240 ftNW
Nightlife, Dancing
Cafe Lafitte in Exile, New Orleans
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~1130 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
French Market, New Orleans
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~660 ftS
Soaring, majestic 18th-century church
St. Louis Cathedral, New Orleans
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~880 ftS
Park, Historic walking areas
Jackson Square, New Orleans
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Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
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~770 ftS
Museum, History museum
Louisiana State Museum, New Orleans
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~1270 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Historic New Orleans Collection, New Orleans
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~1580 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Hermann-Grima House, New Orleans
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~1060 ftE
Museum, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Old Ursuline Convent, New Orleans
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~1080 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Bars and clubs
French Opera House, New Orleans
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum open?

New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum?

Nearby attractions include Frank Relle Photography, New Orleans (2 min walk), Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop, New Orleans (2 min walk), Madame John's Legacy, New Orleans (3 min walk), French Quarter, New Orleans (3 min walk).

How to get to New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum:

Tram

Dumaine Street • Lines: 2 (6 min walk)
Ursulines Avenue • Lines: 2 (8 min walk)

Train

New Orleans (33 min walk)

Bus

New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (33 min walk)