Tours and Tickets to Experience Jackson Square

There are plenty of ways to experience Jackson Square. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo, & Vampire Walking Tour
• New Orleans Voodoo & French Quarter Cultural Walking Tour
• New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour
• New Orleans Sightseeing City Tour
• French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

There is no fee to visit Jackson Square, as it’s a public park, not a ticketed attraction. New Orleans city tours frequently visit this part of the French Quarter and typically start at around US$35, depending on what they cover and how long they last.

The best time to visit Jackson Square depends on what vibe you're looking for. If you want to avoid crowds and take photos, come early in the morning, before the crowds or the heat of the day. Evenings are a fun time to come as the square is usually lively.

Many of New Orleans’ main attractions are right by Jackson Square, including St. Louis Cathedral, the country's oldest continuously operating Catholic cathedral. The French Market and its most famous café—Cafe du Monde—are just around the corner, and the Mississippi River is one block away.

Monty's on the Square is one of Jackson Square's more popular restaurants, specializing in breakfast and brunch. Cafe du Monde, famous for its chicory coffee and beignets, is around the corner. Other popular area restaurants include the steakhouse Doris Metropolitan New Orleans, which serves Creole dishes.

Yes, visiting Jackson Square is worth it. It’s one of the key must-visit attractions in the French Quarter, especially for first-time visitors to New Orleans. It’s a lovely place to hang out and take in the scenery, or to watch local artists paint and draw historic buildings.