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Jackson Square

615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116 (French Quarter)
800-800-0550
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Ranked #8 of 151 attractions in New Orleans
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Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Arts and crafts
Description: Fun area with street painters, musicians and jugglers.
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Ohio
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24 reviews 24 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

So many different street performers to make a visit enjoyable but be careful because some go around trying to get you to donate more than you may want to

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Eugene, Oregon, United States
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7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Beautiful, peaceful setting inside the fence. Outside is busy with street performers and mule-drawn carriages. What you would expect in New Orleans.

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Naches, Washington
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53 reviews 53 reviews
23 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

I liked walking the square and looking at all the different street artists. I actually bought a really neat piece of art. There are lots of good restaurants around and interesting shops to look through. Worth an afternoon visit if you are tired of Bourbon Street.

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Woodstock, Illinois
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Admiring the artwork around the perimeter of the square and strolling through the park was a relaxing break from the sensory overload of the French Quarter.

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Brooklyn, New York
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 attraction reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This park was beautiful and very well maintained. People were actively having picnics and lounging on the grass and maintenance was going in right around them

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Chelsea, Alabama
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39 reviews 39 reviews
19 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This is the place to buy local art, hear a street band, get your picture taken with a variety of costumed performers, start a walking tour of the city, catch a carriage or get your palm read. Whatever happens in the quarter often stops right here. It's also a good place for photo ops.

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See 9 more reviews by r_l_spiller for New Orleans
Iowa City, Iowa
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48 reviews 48 reviews
9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

I believe this is one of those must do as it is a great symbol of the city. Second, it is a good point of reference to orient yourself to the map of French Quarter and other activities. Ex. If you make it to Jackson Square, you are a block from Cafe Du Monde and a block or two from... More

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See 12 more reviews by arisedragonlady for New Orleans
Baltimore, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

It's a great place to walk around. There are different vendors selling their wares, mostly artwork and there are always musicians around playing their songs. The trees and flowers are lovely. Check out the Banana trees!

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Palm Bay, Florida, United States
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14 reviews 14 reviews
8 attraction reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

This was my favorite place in New Orleans. Beautiful and so New Orleans. Street performers here as everywhere. Amazing architecture and quiet amid noise. Nothing to dislike for me here.

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See 13 more reviews by Sue D for New Orleans
Annapolis, Maryland
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3 attraction reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

This is a little oasis in the midst of the honky tonk of the FQ. There's quiet within the park if you choose, or artists and shops to peruse around the park.

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