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May 15, 2025
Nice to walk around the square, or sit and enjoy a nice day. The square is surrounded by artists, a few fortune tellers, entertainers and restaurants/bars. Might be a good idea to pick up some beigne…Full review by adrenalinejunkie007
Apr 13, 2025
The Square is in front of St Louis Cathedral and has a statue of President Jackson. There are lots of artists and street performers in the Square which is surrounded by cafes, restaurants and bars, a…Full review by andyh67186334
Feb 27, 2025
It is a nice enough square but you get better views of the main draw (St Louis Cathedral) from across the road and up the steps rather than standing in the square itself. The horse statue is quite a…Full review by Diane R
I am considering going on the first week of May. Would you recommend? (Not really into the party scene) going mostly for the Voodoo, Beauty and Budget. :-)
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Of course you should go, good food beautiful city and interesting people.
Closest, decent-priced parking to French Quarter during a weekday? for at least 1/2 day?
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There are plenty of parking lots. If you do a bing map search for lots close to your location or you can park further out and take the trolley cars in.
There are many options: research city guide online or any travel website. Ask your hotel for suggestions. There are many tourist information spots throughout the area too. Good luck