Woldenberg Park

Woldenberg Park is right next to the Mississippi River and is a great place for a nice stroll. It is named after philanthropist Malcolm Woldenberg, who founded what is known today as the Sazerac Company.If you're in the French Quarter you'll most likely walk through here as you go up or down along the water. On one end is the Audubon Aquarium and the Riverwalk Outlets. On the other end is the French Market, Cafe du Monde, and the middle of the French Quarter.There's a lot of green and space to roam and lounge around. One cool art installation along the park is the New Orleans Holocaust Memorial which is worth a visit. Woldenberg was active in New Orleans's Jewish community which could be the reason for the memorial's placement.

A small but lovely park along the river. We paused on our way into the aquarium to watch the steamboats do their lil dancey dance. I really liked the haunting circus music, but my companions did not lol. We took in the sculpture garden and more river-side views on our way out of the aquarium and back into the French quarter. A cute little park with a bit of history attached, you can read some of the details along the way.

This is another of New Orleans nice parks. It is located right off of the Mississippi River and named after its primary financier, philanthropist Malcolm Woldenberg. There is even a statue of Woldenberg at the park of him sitting on a bench with a kid. $5 mil will get you that. Other of the park's art include the Holocaust Memorial sculpture, the Monument to the Immigrant, and "Ocean Song. My favorite was Holocaust Memorial sculpture. It is an interactive/illusion type piece that was created by Yaacov Agam. Depending on the angle that you look at the sculpture dictates what you see. I loved it.It has lots of art, lots of green space, a small outdoor amphitheater and it is also the location of the Audubon Aquarium. The parks runs from the Moonwalk at the old Governor Nicholls Street Wharf to the Aquarium. This is where you would also catch the ferry to go over to Algiers or the paddle boat dinner cruise. It spans 16 acres and there are a few paid parking lots nearby or metered street parking just a short distance away. It is a beautiful park and very picturesque. The park dates back to the 1989, so it does not have the historical importance of many other the other New Orleans parks. Prior to being a park, the land had been old wharves and warehouses.The park also features an awesome water front paved trail, for walking, jogging, walking a dog or biking. You will find picnic tables near the amphitheater and benches along the park that looks out into the water. In the summer the park has a 90-foot linear splash pad located near the aquarium. The park does not have any playground areas, or restrooms, so, keep that in mind.Fun fact: This is where the Zulu crew lands for Mardi Gras every year on Fat Tuesday and they also host concerts and art festivals here as well. As I mentioned, this is a very well maintained park that is right off the water. you can find an organized concert or an impromptu band jamming here. It has a bunch of the city's flavor. I have been here many times and have alway liked this place. This is definitely a place you need to check out while in the city.

This is actually the place where they dropped off the first slaves. It's a few monuments that recognize that more of a placard, but right here at the crescent is where they dropped off the first slaves in 1700

Named after philanthropist and park investor Malcolm Woldenberg (1896-1982), the park is a sliver of green space that stretches about four city blocks along the Mississippi River in the French Quarter. EXPERIENCE:We ended up here by chance as we wandered the city with daiquiris-in-hand. From the street, we couldn't see what was beyond this oddly tall staircase which seemed to lead to nowhere, but turns out it's part of the area's strong levees. There was lots of space to spread out and enjoy the views of the muddy river and iconic riverboats going by. A handful of benches are peppered throughout, with gardens, grassy areas, jogging paths, and a small holocaust memorial. There's a good-sized aquarium and IMAX theater at the west end but we didn't go in. If you're wanting to jump on one of the riverboats, you'd access the piers from the west side of the park as well. Opposite on the east end is a gazebo that looks like it doubles as a stage for special events. OVERALL:A quaint little park perched on a levee. How often do you get to experience that?

Woldenberg Park sits in an amazing location it sits along the Mississippi River on one side and the French Quarter on another! We went to concerts in the Park. It was pretty with the trees throughout and the River as a view. After enjoying the show, we walked through the French Quarter. The Aquarium also sits in the Park. We didn't go througH on this trip, but have enjoyed it when we have gon me in the past.

Want a casual space to walk along side the Mighty Mississippi, watching barges and huge ships, away from the hectic bustle of the Quarter; look no further than Woldenberg Park.There is also a selection of sculptures from renowned artists to see.Woldenberg is along the Mississippi, roughly between the shops at Jax Brewery, finishing up at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas.

I decided to take a walk on the banks of Mississippi at the end of a long symposium. The sun was resting on the western sky almost ready to retire. The river was on its full, the breeze was filled with moisture but it felt cool and refreshing. The little girl was very eager to feed the seagulls. The unique symphony created by the cry of seagulls and the laughter of this young girl make this moment memorable.

Good for waterfront walks with space to stroll without being crowded. Nice breezes from the water and great views of the bridge and paddleboats on the Mississippi.There are statues and art along the greenspace, including a lovely monument to immigrants, which is worth checking out.

I have always enjoyed crossing the Mississippi River on the ferry from the West Bank Algiers Ferry Landing Terminal to Canal Street and walk along the Woldenburg Park Improvement have been made here and there but it is nice and has been fairly maintained