New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

National WWII Museum

An Immersive Look at a War That Changed the World Revisit the contributions of Allied forces in World War II on a tour of this acclaimed museum. Among its exhibits is a replica of the Higgins boats—designed and built in New Orleans and vital to the success of the Normandy D-Day landings. Watch the award-winning 4-D film Beyond All Boundaries , an intense sensory experience produced and narrated by Tom Hanks. Also included is entrance to the Final Mission: USS Tang Submarine Experience . This interactive exhibit puts you on board the most successful submarine in World War II for its final patrol in 1944. Consistently ranked in the top tier of traveler awards polls, the National WWII Museum is a must-see for any history lover, as well as anyone moved by the sacrifices and spirit of America’s “Greatest Generation.” * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.