Looking for some peace and quiet? Well there are several spots in and around the city where you can retreat to when you need to recharge. In no particular order, here are some of our favorites.
- City Park
Matthew Warner/Flickr It should come as no surprise that City Park made the list. With 1,300 acres of green space and fun attractions, most of the city visits this popular park when they want to spend some time outdoors. City Park is filled with beautiful views like this one, so just park your car and walk around to find your perfect little oasis. 1 Palm Dr., New Orleans, LA 70124.
- Besthoff Sculpture Garden
Sandy G./Trip Advisor While you’re in City Park, swing by the sculpture garden. Stroll through the garden and admire the dozens of amazing statues that wander long the footpaths and reflective lagoons all while underneath canopies of ancient oak trees. 1 Palm Dr., New Orleans, LA 70124.
- Audubon Park
Michael G./Trip Advisor Stroll through this beautiful 350 acre park when you’re needing a little peace and quiet. From the ancient oaks to the lagoons, you’re sure to feel rejuvenated after spending some time at Audubon Park. 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70118.
- Longue Vue House & Gardens
PattieRS/Trip Advisor Longue Vue House & Gardens is one of the best hidden gems in the city. Spend an afternoon touring the perfectly manicured gardens and then take a tour of the house for a wonderfully relaxing afternoon. 7 Bamboo Rd., New Orleans, LA 70124.
- New Orleans Lakefront
Aleksandr Zykov/Flickr Sometimes, just spending some time gazing out into the water will recharge you. The lakefront has several benches around, so you can sit back, relax, and listen to the waves crash against the wall.
- Woldenberg Park
The Explorer Family/Trip Advisor This 16 acre park is nestled along the Mississippi River and offers amazing views. Walk along the pathway and take in the scenery or bring a blanket and sprawl out on the grass and bring a book for an incredibly peaceful afternoon. 1 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130.
- Palmer Park
Friends of Palmer Park/Facebook This charming little park is nestled in the Carrollton Historic District and is a great spot to enjoy a picnic or catch up on the book you’ve been meaning to read. There’s tons of activities for the kids too, like swings, slides, and even a mini-rock climbing wall. S Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118
Where’s your favorite spot in the city where you can go to get some peace and quiet? Let us know in the comments below!
Matthew Warner/Flickr
It should come as no surprise that City Park made the list. With 1,300 acres of green space and fun attractions, most of the city visits this popular park when they want to spend some time outdoors. City Park is filled with beautiful views like this one, so just park your car and walk around to find your perfect little oasis. 1 Palm Dr., New Orleans, LA 70124.
Sandy G./Trip Advisor
While you’re in City Park, swing by the sculpture garden. Stroll through the garden and admire the dozens of amazing statues that wander long the footpaths and reflective lagoons all while underneath canopies of ancient oak trees. 1 Palm Dr., New Orleans, LA 70124.
Michael G./Trip Advisor
Stroll through this beautiful 350 acre park when you’re needing a little peace and quiet. From the ancient oaks to the lagoons, you’re sure to feel rejuvenated after spending some time at Audubon Park. 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70118.
PattieRS/Trip Advisor
Longue Vue House & Gardens is one of the best hidden gems in the city. Spend an afternoon touring the perfectly manicured gardens and then take a tour of the house for a wonderfully relaxing afternoon. 7 Bamboo Rd., New Orleans, LA 70124.
Aleksandr Zykov/Flickr
Sometimes, just spending some time gazing out into the water will recharge you. The lakefront has several benches around, so you can sit back, relax, and listen to the waves crash against the wall.
The Explorer Family/Trip Advisor
This 16 acre park is nestled along the Mississippi River and offers amazing views. Walk along the pathway and take in the scenery or bring a blanket and sprawl out on the grass and bring a book for an incredibly peaceful afternoon. 1 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130.
Friends of Palmer Park/Facebook
This charming little park is nestled in the Carrollton Historic District and is a great spot to enjoy a picnic or catch up on the book you’ve been meaning to read. There’s tons of activities for the kids too, like swings, slides, and even a mini-rock climbing wall. S Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118
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