Old Ursuline Convent, New Orleans

Name: Old Ursuline Convent
Address: 1100 Chartres St, New Orleans, 70116-2505, United States
Telephone: +1 504-529-3040

#34 among attractions in New Orleans

Museum, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

Ursuline Convent was a series of historic Ursuline convents in New Orleans, Louisiana. In 1727, at the request of Governor Étienne Perier, nuns from the Ursuline Convent of Rouen went to New Orleans to found a convent, run a hospital, and take care of educating young girls. ()

Built: 1751 (273 years ago)Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 29°57'39"N, 90°3'38"W

Address

1100 Chartres StFrench Quarter - CBD (French Quarter)New Orleans 70116-2505 United States

Contact

+1 504-529-3040

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Old Ursuline Convent – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Street, Cafe Lafitte in Exile, French Market, New Orleans Mint.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Old Ursuline Convent open?

Old Ursuline Convent is open:

Monday 10 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 9 am - 3 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Old Ursuline Convent?

Nearby attractions include Beauregard-Keyes House, New Orleans (1 min walk), Gallier House, New Orleans (2 min walk), Decatur Street, New Orleans (3 min walk), Joan of Arc, New Orleans (3 min walk).

How to get to Old Ursuline Convent by public transport?

The nearest stations to Old Ursuline Convent:

Tram

Ursulines Avenue • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)
Dumaine Street • Lines: 2 (5 min walk)

Train

New Orleans (38 min walk)

Bus

New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (38 min walk)