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Decatur Street In Front Of The St. Louis Cathedral., New Orleans, Louisiana

Featured Review : Jackson Square is an entire city block, resting directly south of St. Louis Cathedral. The block is gated with an interior park that features sprawling, leafy trees, manicured sidewalks, and the greenest, lushest grass w...See Full Review

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Jackson Square, French Quarter Reviews

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Jackson Square

  • 4 out of 5 stars by BartonFamily from Anniston, Alabama
  • September 19, 2025
Quote: Jackson Square is an entire city block, resting directly south of St. Louis Cathedral. The block is gated with an interior park that features sprawling, leafy trees, manicured sidewalks, and the greenest, lushest grass we've ever seen. A statue of... Read the full Jackson Square, French Quarter review

From journal Amtrakking it to the Big Easy

Jackson Square

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Muchmor from Belleville, Ontario
  • August 3, 2025
Quote: Jackson Square is located in the French Quarter of the city and is dominated by the three tall spires of St Louis Cathedral. This is a stunning part of the city, and the cathedral is beautiful, as you can see by the pictures. To one side of the... Read the full Jackson Square, French Quarter review

From journal New Orleans Fleeting Visit

Jackson Square

  • 4 out of 5 stars by chadk78 from Blacksburg, South Carolina
  • February 19, 2025
Quote: Jackson Square is the center of the "vieux carre", or old city. This parklike area is centered by a statue of Andrew Jackson, which reads "The Union must be preserved." In the background sits St. Louis Cathedral, the oldest church in New Orleans. ... Read the full Jackson Square, French Quarter review

From journal Pralines, Beignets, and Jazz: All In the Big Easy

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Picnic and People-Watching at Jackson Square

  • 4 out of 5 stars by travelwisdom from Mary Esther, Florida
  • October 9, 2025
Quote: No trip to New Orleans is complete without spending some time at the French Market, strolling along the Moonwalk along the Mississippi River, or at Jackson Square. The Square has been the focus of the French Quarter since the Civil War days,... Read the full Jackson Square, French Quarter review

From journal Discovering the REAL New Orleans

MOONWALK-revised pix-2003

  • 3 out of 5 stars by pointerbd from Norristown, Pennsylvania
  • February 11, 2025
Quote: Fortunately you don't have to watch old Michael Jackson videos to experience the Moonwalk. But you do need to travel to Jackson Square (no relation) in New Orleans to take a romantic stroll along the Mississippi River. From this walkway, you can... Read the full Jackson Square, French Quarter review

From journal Riverwalk along the Mississippi-revised 2003

Jackson Square street theatre

  • 4 out of 5 stars by trailbos from Marquette, Michigan
  • February 1, 2025
Quote: Want to watch a juggling act? Maybe get your fortune told? Or your hair wrapped? A streetside healing massage? Listen to some live jazz or cajun music? Watch a break-dance/gymnastics team? Or see various themes of the "silver man"? Jackson... Read the full Jackson Square, French Quarter review

From journal French Quarter parades

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Jackson Square

  • 3 out of 5 stars by kylebarber from Seattle, Washington
  • January 17, 2025
Quote: Originally known as the Plaza d'Armes, Jackson Square is probably one of the most visited and identifiable attractions of New Orleans. Its open park grounds are flanked by a number of historical builidings and serves as ground zero for both... Read the full Jackson Square, French Quarter review

From journal Louisiana: New Orleans

Jackson Square

  • 4 out of 5 stars by seattleite from las vegas, Nevada
  • September 10, 2025
Quote: This place has a bloody history. Originally known as Place d'Armes, and the site of public executions, it has been transformed into an elegant city park and cultural center. It is a grassy oasis surrounded by many points of interest. The St. Louis... Read the full Jackson Square, French Quarter review

From journal "Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulez" Let the Good Times Roll

Jackson Square

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Emily from New York, New York
  • June 12, 2025
Quote: Not really a park, more a green hub of local activity – musicians, street performers, vendors – framed by a beautiful, old church. Usually, there are a good number of people around the square. Wander around and hang out. Watch a performance,... Read the full Jackson Square, French Quarter review

From journal French Quarter Fun