Crescent Park
A linear park along the river in Marigny and Bywater, with rusty arch bridges and a promenade overlooking the downtown skyline.
Crescent Park stretches about 2.2 km along the Mississippi River. Built on a former port, it preserves industrial relics and warehouse steelwork. Walk in from the eastern edge of the French Quarter through Marigny. The landmark is the rusty “Rainbow” arch bridge spanning the railway, at the Piety Street entrance. From the riverside promenade you can see the New Orleans downtown skyline, cargo ships on the river and sunsets. The park is quiet and ideal for jogging and strolling. Once you leave the park, you're in Bywater, a neighborhood full of murals and brightly painted cottages.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Frenchmen Street
- French Market
- Café du Monde
- Steamboat Natchez
- Royal Street
- Jackson Square
- St. Louis Cathedral
- The Cabildo