Suggestions for Other Great Outdoors near Central Business District, New Orleans

Ryan E. • November 13, 2018Small park in the Central Business District that's a great space during all seasons. Mardi Gras parades pass by in winter, festivals are in spring and fall, and in summer it's a great place to relax.

Andrew C. • July 17, 2018Enjoyable and informative 2-hour river cruise... the tour guide was very knowledgeable on NOLA history and plenty of seating + for 10am cruise, get the $15 unlimited mimosa special at the boat's bar!!

Genny D. • September 24, 2015Live music and food trucks before saints games (need tickets to enter). GA for concerts and a great venue to see them. Also hosts king cake festival in January

CNN • May 11, 2015The beautiful beaux arts building, dating to 1918, was shuttered post Katrina, but is currently undergoing a $13 million renovation in order to restore it to its former glory. Reopening this fall.

John F. • January 7, 2012There are power outlets available around the perimeter.

Ryan E. • November 13, 2018A few blocks between businesses, Fulton Alley is particularly great during the holidays. Hot chocolate, fake snow, Christmas decorations and music as well as a bowling alley and various food options.

Brian F. • February 18, 2015Best Mardi Gras parade bar none. See it in Midcity to understand the excitement and home town love for this superkrewe. Or head to city park and check out the floats before they roll.

Westley B. • February 26, 2011Check out the portraits of Mayors in the main hall.

Andrew H. • March 13, 2014great place for a Decoration Day picnic

Kimmie O. • June 5, 2022Several buses stop by here.

Cyn F. • March 5, 2011Ignatius Reilly comes in during the Mardi Gras season so that Chateau Bourbon can erect a fence in the alcove.

Allison K. • November 17, 2016This is my favorite part of the city to stay in. Close to other parts of the city that are fun (warehouse district, French quarter, etc.), has great restaurants, and is more quiet.

Ryan E. • November 13, 2018Great strip of art galleries in New Orleans. In August, come for White Linen night, essentially a block party where the Art Galleries open up and you can learn more about the work being displayed.

A • December 8, 2015Beautiful area makes for good walks with the family.

Kay R. • February 25, 2013Gorgeous homes and architecture. Street car to French quarters and walking distance to plenty of restaurants and bars!

Jimmy K. • September 9, 2011One of the few pieces of noteworthy modern architecture, this post-modern masterpiece was designed by Charles Moore in collaboration with some of NO's best.

Ami H. • December 6, 2022Until the 2016 Pulse shooting, the 1973 UpStairs Lounge arson was the deadliest attack on a gay club in U.S. history. 32 souls lost and 15 injured in New Orlean's deadliest fire.