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Jackson Square
Best time to visit
Visit early in the morning or just before sunset to experience the square with pleasant lighting and fewer crowds.
Budget tips
Access to the square is free. Café du Monde offers affordable beignets as a budget-friendly snack option. Be prepared to tip for live performances.
Recommended for
Art lovers, Families, Photography enthusiasts
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Quick facts: A lively square attracting more than 6 million visitors annually offers a wide range of street performers and historic charm. As part of the French Quarter, the square surrounds the magnificent St. Louis Cathedral, one of the city’s oldest landmarks.
Highlights: Unusual are the living statues that rarely move and often pose for photos, turning the square into a small stage. Particularly fascinating is the nearby Café du Monde, which has been serving its famous beignets since 1862, whose sweet scent fills the entire square.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes as the cobblestone ground can be uneven.
- Photograph the statues in the soft morning light for the best pictures.
- Avoid weekends to escape crowds.
- Bring tissues for sugar from the beignets.
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