The unique D-Day National World War II Museum was founded in 2000 by historian and author Dr Stephen Ambrose and has become regarded as a highlight of any New Orleans sightseeing tour. Situated in New Orleans' Warehouse District it depicts the June 6, 1944 invasion of Normandy, the Home Front during World War II, and the D-Day Invasions in the Pacific. Exhibit galleries include text panels, artefacts, and personal account stations where visitors can listen to the stories of war veterans. A panorama exhibit recreates a Normandy beach landing; there are also regular film shows.

Address: 945 Magazine Street, New Orleans. Entrance on Andrew Higgins' Drive

E-mail: info@nationalww2museum.org

Website: www.nationalww2museum.org

Telephone: (504) 528 1944

Opening times: Open daily 9am-5pm. Closed Mardi Gras Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Admission: Museum only: $19 (adults), $9 (children 12-5), free for children under 5, concessions and combo tickets available.