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Jackson Square

615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116 (French Quarter)
800-800-0550
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Ranked #8 of 150 attractions in New Orleans
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.
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Washington, Indiana, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

The sights of artists hanging their artwork on the iron fences surrounding Jackson Square, the sounds of street performers and their brass instruments singing in the streets. Beautiful architecture all around you.

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Ramer, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Jackson square is a great place for photos; it is beautiful and gives a feeling of peace. You have a great view of the river, and there are usually street performer and artists around.

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Evans, Ga
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Had a great time walking around the square looking at different artists work. Also heard some good jazz out in front of the church. Go at night and see the church lit up, it is very pretty.

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Houston Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Last month we checked out Jackson Square in our whirlwind visit to New Orleans, leading the visitors from the U.K. about. One of the principal destinations was, of course, Jackson Square. Once there, our friends were suitably pleased by the architecture of the older buildings, statuary etc., as it sort of went with what they have "at home," both in... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Wall to wall art for sale in Jackson Square. Performers playing Jazz...all ages. If you have watched HBO's "Treme".....this is where they got all there ideas.....So much history.....Its not just about the Mardi Gra.....everything IN THE SQUARE REASONABL PRICED

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Fort Worth, Texas, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

We started our sightseeing at Jackson Square and we are so glad we did. It is was just beautiful and the history of the area and buildings were not to be missed. There was a group of men playing Jazz and singing at 9 am and they were good. Such fun to start to our trip out on.

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Yakima, Washington
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Beautiful in both the day and night. Tons of character (and characters, especially at night!) We got to see a wedding procession leave from the beautiful old church in the square, which was very fun. All around the square are fun/interesting shops and it's a great place for people watching. Definitely a must see and hard to miss attraction in... More

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See 5 more reviews by Heather P for New Orleans
Hartsburg, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

If you are in the French quarter you can't miss it, it is the center of the area. Look for the cathedral. Carriage rides offered on the street side by numerous companies waiting for the opportunity to take you around. Varying artists and entertainers, always a jazz band playing.

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See 10 more reviews by TheLongLongTrailer for New Orleans
Detroit, MI
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Lovely shade trees and sunshine. The park is landscaped beautifully and very clean and neat. It was enjoyable sitting and watching all of the other people enjoying the park

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

Artists, musicians ...nice to walk around and enjoy. I heard Rodrigues started as a street artist here and now look at what his art is worth. Was fun to see the local artists and the musicians were really good for a sidewalk show

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