Activity French Quarter & Riverfront
Woldenberg Park
An activity in French Quarter & Riverfront, free to visit and worth about 3 hours. Best time to go: 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Why go
Riverfront park at the foot of the Quarter, home of the free New Orleans Eve concert and countdown in 2025.
It is one of 9 curated places we feature in French Quarter & Riverfront, alongside 3 places to eat, 2 bars & cafés and 2 sights. 6 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Jackson Square and Jackson Square.
- Type
- Activity · Nightlife
- Neighborhood
- French Quarter
- Price
- Free
- Time needed
- 3 hr
- Best time
- 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Nearby
Our closest curated picks, including 2 beyond French Quarter & Riverfront. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.
- 1Jackson Square
Historic square framed by St. Louis Cathedral, street painters and brass bands.
Sight · New Orleans · 0.3 mi straight-line - 2Jackson Square
The Quarter's old parade ground, facing St. Louis Cathedral, a short walk from the riverfront viewing areas.
Sight · 0.3 mi straight-line - 3Café du Monde
Open-air coffee stand serving beignets and chicory café au lait since 1862.
Food · New Orleans · 0.3 mi straight-line - 4Carousel Bar & Lounge
Slowly revolving circular bar inside the Hotel Monteleone, known for the Vieux Carre cocktail.
Drinks · 0.3 mi straight-line - 5Hotel Monteleone
Family-run Royal Street hotel open since 1886, a block from Canal Street and a short walk to the river.
Stay · 0.3 mi straight-line - 6Antoine's
Creole dining rooms open since 1840, where oysters Rockefeller were first served.
Food · 0.3 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Woldenberg Park is a stop on our New Orleans New Year's Eve route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
More to do in French Quarter & Riverfront
Woldenberg Park is our only activity pick in French Quarter & Riverfront; here is what else we recommend there. See the full French Quarter & Riverfront guide.
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Algiers Point
Quiet neighborhood across the river with a levee path that looks straight back at the Quarter and the skyline.
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Galatoire's
Bourbon Street dining room open since 1905, known for long holiday lunches, shrimp remoulade and souffle potatoes.
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Arnaud's
Creole restaurant from 1918 with shrimp Arnaud, a jazz bistro, and the French 75 bar off the lobby.
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Frenchmen Street
Few blocks of small clubs past the Quarter, such as the Spotted Cat, with live jazz and brass bands late.
When to go: weather by month, based on New Orleans
Our climate figures for French Quarter & Riverfront come from nearby New Orleans. Average daily highs in New Orleans run from 60°F in January to 87°F in August; August is usually the wettest month. For Woldenberg Park itself, we suggest: 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Modelled monthly averages for New Orleans from NASA POWER, not a forecast. New Orleans weather by month (covers French Quarter & Riverfront).
Getting there
Map links open a live search for Woldenberg Park, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Coordinates
- 29.95330, -90.06300
- Destination
- French Quarter & Riverfront, Louisiana
- Website
- frenchquarterfest.org
Woldenberg Park: quick answers
How much time do you need at Woldenberg Park?
Plan on about 3 hours at Woldenberg Park. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit Woldenberg Park?
Our pick: 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Insider tip: Enter from the Canal Street end, where the bag-check lines are usually shorter.
Is Woldenberg Park free?
Yes, we list Woldenberg Park as free to visit. Check the official website before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.
Which TripsCircle routes include Woldenberg Park?
Woldenberg Park appears on New Orleans New Year's Eve, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add Woldenberg Park to your crew's plan
Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to French Quarter & Riverfront.
Plan French Quarter & Riverfront
- French Quarter & Riverfront travel guide 9 places
- New Orleans weather (covers French Quarter & Riverfront) weather by month
Lists & regions
Also in French Quarter & Riverfront
- Arnaud's Food
- Frenchmen Street Drinks
- Algiers Point Sight
Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.