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Jackson Square

615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116
800-800-0550
Ranked #10 of 152 attractions in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 683 Reviews
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.
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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Baltimore, Maryland
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

It was very gorgeous and just beautiful! We took a break from walking and sat over here

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North Platte, Nebraska
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

We took a carriage ride from Jackson Square through the French Quarter and really enjoyed it. What a neat place! Loved all the artists selling their wares along the fences and just the vitality of the Square itself. Glad we took some time to see it.

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New Orleans, LA, Los Angeles, CA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The crown jewel of New Orleans. Absolute must see. Please, don't throw refuse on the grounds, sidewalks, streets.

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Lafayette, Louisiana
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

It was okay, was hot which was no fault of anyone!

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Meadville, MS
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

nothing says NOLA like Jackson Square, the sounds and sights are great for people watching

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Tennessee
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Lots of things to do here. Nice view of the Mississippi.

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Birmingham, Alabama
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This is a place has a lot of artist showing there work also a good place to sit down and enjoy the view

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New York City, New York
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Jackson Square offers shady spots to sit under a tree and listen to the music from the various musicians playing on the nearby streets. Lots of street artists, psychics and balloon artists, not to mention all of the nearby shops and the famous Cafe du Monde.

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New Orleans, Louisiana
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This is the main square in the middle of the French Quarter. There are shops and restaurants all around. I would recommend Muriels on the NE corner for lunch or dinner. Stanley, across the street from Muriels, has some of the best breakfast/brunch options. The world famous Cafe Du Monde is on the SE corner. Due south are the steps... More

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Los Gatos
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

No matter what time of day you go, there is always something going on here. Best part is the Cafe Du Monde is right across the street where you can get the best beignets in town.

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