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City Park

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City Park is the largest park in New Orleans at 1,300 acres; almost double the size of New York’s Central Park. There are plenty of activities to do in City Park such as exploring the New Orleans Museum of Art and the New Orleans Botanical Garden. You can take out a swan boat on Big Lake, rent a kayak or canoe at their Bayou St. John access, and enjoy miles of walking paths all over the park. City Park is also an idyllic spot for a picnic in the city. Grab beignets from their on-site branch of Cafe Du Monde or order a plate of crawfish from a nearby restaurant and enjoy.

kaylee 2 years ago

Beautiful and entertaining, the kids will love City Park. Sprawling over 1,300 acres, there’s so much to do starting with the flowers and plants you’ll find inside. What’s even better? The Carousel Gardens Amusement Park which has 18 rides for children and adults of all ages. Things not to miss are Storyland which is a playground with larger-than-life characters from famous story books. Also check out Train Garden in the Botanic Garden area of the park where you’ll learn about the history and architecture of the town through replicas made out of botanic materials.

isabelledb 2 years ago

City Park in New Orleans is an Instagrammer's paradise, offering enchanting landscapes filled with ancient live oaks draped in Spanish moss, picturesque bridges, and serene waterways. Visitors can capture the perfect shot while exploring the enchanting botanical gardens, the whimsical Storyland theme park, or while paddling through the tranquil Big Lake. With its blend of natural beauty and art installations, such as the outdoor sculptures at the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, City Park provides a picturesque backdrop for anyone looking to add a touch of Southern charm to their feed.

seeker 4 months ago

City Park stands as a verdant haven within New Orleans, offering locals and visitors alike a serene escape from the urban bustle. Spread across 1,300 acres, this sprawling green space is one of the largest urban parks in the country, boasting the New Orleans Museum of Art, the picturesque Sculpture Garden, extensive walking and biking trails, and centuries-old live oaks. The park's abundant amenities, including playgrounds, water features, and sports facilities, make it a cornerstone attraction for any neighborhood guide to the Crescent City.

seeker 4 months ago

The City Park neighbourhood is really just a very large park, but what is so cool about it is that you can see alligators in the park’s lagoons! New Orleans is home to so much wildlife, right in the city! Do not feed or taunt the alligators though, unless you want to risk becoming their dinner!

wonderwhereiwander 2 years ago

City Park LOVE sign in the Sculpture Garden. Robert Indiana's pop art Love design. There are many of those signs around the world and we have one!!

hiusa 2 years ago

Is a must see! Check out the expanded sculpture garden and botanical garden.

hiusa 2 years ago

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