Woldenberg Park

Woldenberg Park is a green space that runs along the Mississippi River near downtown New Orleans with paved walking paths and sculptures. The grounds include open areas, planted sections, and views toward the water and surrounding structures.

This waterfront area once held cargo docks and industrial buildings before transforming into a public green space during the 1980s. The conversion opened up access to the river for residents and visitors.

Art installations throughout the grounds tell stories of immigration and remembrance that visitors encounter while walking. These sculptures shape how people move through and experience the space.

Go early in the day or later in the afternoon to explore the grounds with fewer crowds around. The park sits near other attractions, so it works well as part of a walking tour of the area.

A long rectangular water feature with built-in lighting sits near the Aquarium and serves as a gathering spot where visitors cool off on hot days. The spray and light show makes this one of the more interactive parts of the grounds.