Audubon Insectarium
6.5Friend Score / 10#20 of 20 Attractions in New Orleans
French Quarter1 Canal St, New Orleans
Known forinsectsbutterfliesinteractive exhibitseducational
A hands-on museum dedicated to insects and butterflies in the heart of the French Quarter. The butterfly room is the standout experience—calm, beautiful, and interactive—plus there's Bug Appetite restaurant where you can try edible insects like mealworms and cricket cookies. One reviewer felt the exhibits, while cool, didn't quite stand alone as a full attraction on their own.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
|---|---|
| Price | — |
| Phone | (504) 524-2847 |
| Website | audubonnatureinstitute.org |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 21, 2026 |
Friend Score
6.5/10- Value7.0
- excellence7.5
- local_love5.5
- Authenticity7.0
- fame_sustained7.0
- distinctiveness7.5
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