Crescent Park Offers Some Of The Most Beautiful Views Of New Orleans

Crescent Park is one of the most scenic parks in the city and it’s also one of the most underrated. Whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to sit back and reflect or you’re looking to get out and stretch your legs, Crescent Park is the place to be. It’s the perfect combination of natural and urban scenery, with some truly stunning views of the city.

Nestled along the Mighty Mississippi, Crescent Park is an idyllic oasis for anyone looking for a change of scenery.

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The 20-acre linear park features a little something for everyone.

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It’s a great place for a scenic bike ride, and the dog run is ideal for bringing your four-legged friend out for some fun!

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There are multiple entrances to the park…

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…For some of the best views of the city, take the stairs up over the train tracks.

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It’ll give you a stunning aerial view of the city with the Mississippi River.

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The park is about 1.5 miles long with lovely landscaping peppered along the paths.

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Take advantage of the benches nearby. Looks like a perfect spot to sit for a spell and watch the ships go by, doesn’t it?

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And if you thought the views were great during the day…

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…just wait until sunset.

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They say no two sunsets are the same, which means you’ll want to return every evening to watch the skies light up over the city.

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Crescent Park is just one of many beautiful parks peppered around New Orleans. City Park and Audubon Park both are great for outdoor adventures while staying in the city, but for a longer excursion, consider heading out to Barataria Preserve to stroll along the boardwalk trails and surround yourself with the most beautiful bayou and swamp views.

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Crescent Park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and free to enter.

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