City Park

City Park is a large green space in New Orleans featuring lakes, walking paths, sports facilities, and recreational areas spread across expansive grounds. The landscape includes mature trees, open fields, and designated areas for different activities throughout the site.

The park began as a gathering space in the early 1800s and faced major damage from Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Following that disaster, the grounds underwent extensive reconstruction and improvements.

The New Orleans Museum of Art sits within the park and displays artworks alongside the Sculpture Garden, where outdoor installations sit among ancient oak trees. Visitors encounter art set naturally into the landscape rather than confined to indoor spaces.

The park offers paddle boat rentals, bike paths, picnic areas, playgrounds, and sports courts throughout the grounds. Visitors can move freely between different zones and choose activities based on their interests and fitness level.

The site contains one of North America's largest collections of mature live oak trees, with some specimens exceeding 600 years old. These ancient trees have shaped the park's character and provide natural focal points throughout.

Location: Orleans Parish

GPS coordinates: 29.96139,-90.09306

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:08