NOMA was a delightful surprise! We weren’t sure if we wanted to go on this trip but I’m so glad we did. You can take the streetcar out there ($3 for a one day Jazzy pass). The inside of the museum has a great collection! There are a bunch of notable artists like John Singer Sargent and Giacometti as well as local art. There is also a great housewear exhibit. You can get close to the art here are really admire it.

New Orleans Museum of Art is located out in the city park. I have been several times to the outside sculpture garden which is free but I decided to take an afternoon to venture inside and check out all the amazing artwork. You will discover everything from different time periods and, of course, special exhibits. I also really enjoyed the museum shop as if you are shopping for some unique souvenirs. This is definitely the spot to discover some unique items. I did not eat at the cafe, but next time, I will definitely take time to enjoy some food. Once you leave the museum, you can go outside and sit by the water and watch the paddle boats or take a walk around city park!

On a 97-degree day, NOMA was a great way to beat the heat. The museum is ample but not overwhelming, and you can see the whole place in about three hours. It has a little of everything from cubists to impressionists to Renaissance and baroque. The photography galleries were especially strong. If you come on a Wednesday, make some time to stop at the cafe for happy hour from 3-6. Great deals on some quality cocktails. And don't sleep on the adjacent sculpture garden. Very peaceful and a diverse collection of works. Even if you don't want to go to the museum, you can walk around here for free. Worth the trip, no matter how hot it is.

A lot to see, but workers were frustrating. Their African area was awesome, with great information about how they are reviewing the way African art is shown in the West. What became frustrating was that they seemed to be having a fundraiser after hours, and when they had 30 minutes left before close they came around trying to get people to leave. If you close at 6, don't kick people out at 530.

Stunning museum in a jewel of a setting at City Park. Beautifully curated exhibits, helpful staff. The sculpture garden is excellent—exceptional pieces in well maintained grounds with a great selection of plantings.

Delightful way to spend several hours, including a delicious lunch at the cafe. We wish that we would have dedicated more time to the sculpture garden. Using the street car system made the outing much easier.

We only went to the Sculpture Garden....which was free and huge! Mostly modern-type art. The gardens are well-tended, paths are well marked and maintained. the Cafe du Monde is just a few steps away. Go to the rest of the park when you're done. A great day to start a day.