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Mardi Gras World

1380 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA 70130
504-361-7821
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As featured in 3 days in New Orleans
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Ranked #17 of 152 attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 314 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums
Fee: Yes
Owner description: Mardi Gras World is the most unique attraction in America’s most uniquely attractive city. Come see how Mardi Gras is made and get up close to Mardi...... more » Owner description: Mardi Gras World is the most unique attraction in America’s most uniquely attractive city. Come see how Mardi Gras is made and get up close to Mardi Gras' grandest floats and sculptures. « less
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Boston, Massachusetts
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4 reviews 4 reviews
“An interesting side trip”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I say it's a side trip because this is an area most would not normally stroll upon. We took the free shuttle from Canal Street. That shuttle was nice, simply called the number and were picked up about 15 minutes later. Dropped right off at the warehouse and when we were done, were dropped back off on Canal Street. The... More

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Sacramento, CA
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“My Wife's Favorite”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

This was the one place my wife read about that she most wanted to visit. It was a great exposure for someone who has never been to Mardi Gras. It is extremely colorful, historical in terms of many of the displays, and gives a great introduction to the whole experience of Mardi Gras, krewes, etc. More

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Orlando, Florida
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Very cool”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I attended an opening reception here and it was wonderful! More

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Los Angeles, CA
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“A Fascinating Look into Mardi Gras Float Creation”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

I was pleasantly surprised by Mardi Gras World. I was not sure what to expect, but I loved it. They have a free shuttle that will pick you up or if you are visiting the Convention Center and have a few hours it is located just a round the corner. Your ticket is a strand of Mardi Gras beads and... More

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Sacramento, CA
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“fun fun fun”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Our opening reception was here, we walked thru the floats. So colorful and fun! More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
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“Mardi Gras suitable for the whole family”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Mardi Gras World is a great way for the whole family to see close up the color and carnival atmosphere of the parade floats without witnessing any activities that may not be suitable for children. Definately wortha a look if you are in NOLA out of the festival season. More

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Baltimore, MD
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A Great Working Museum”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We've been going to NOLA for years and only just visited this museum. It was fascinating - and we don't even like Mardi Gras. There are something like 54 Mardi Gras parades with 20+ floats each. This is the place that makes all the floats. The staff was very knowledgeable and made the tour fun. Shuttle service available from most... More

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See 7 more reviews by rugbyroadster for New Orleans
Manalapan, New Jersey
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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“Mardi Gras World”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Make sure you make the time to see this place. They will pick you up at your hotel as they are located a bit out of the main tourist areas. Guide was terrific -- we learned so much about the Mardi Gras parade and floats and props -- things that I'm sure many people didn't know. Floats are changed each... More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“The best of mardi gras year round”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

My friend and I decided to check out Mardi Gras World on the very first day we were in New Orleans. Lucky for us we were indoors during a heavy rain. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing the floats and larger-than-life characters which adorn the floats. Our tour group got missed in a jumble of school groups, but staff quickly remedied that... More

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See 7 more reviews by Adrienne2884 for New Orleans
hardinsburg, KY
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Mardi Gras without the crowds all year round”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

This place is amazing!! Loved seeing the floats and props from Mardi Gras as well as seeing preparations and plans for next year's event. Even got a free sample of King Cake from the cafe inside the building. Free pickup from our hotel and friendly staff!! More

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