Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve- French Quarter Visitor Center

Location

419 Decatur Street
New Orleans LA 70130

Discover the treasures of Jean Lafitte at sites throughout south Louisiana: three Acadian cultural centers (in Lafayette, Thibodaux and Eunice), the site of 1815's Battle of New Orleans in Chalmette, a visitor center in New Orleans' French Quarter, and 20,000 acres of wild wetlands at the Barataria Preserve outside Marrero. Each site offers different activities and most are free. Programs include nature and history walks, canoe treks, music and cooking demonstrations, and living history events.

Amenities

General Information
  • Open Year-Round
  • Family Friendly
  • Handicapped Accessible
  • Free Admission
Activities
  • Birding
  • Natural Wildlife Viewing
  • Swamp Walks
Tour Information
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-guided Tours
Areas (Louisiana Tour Guide)
  • Area

Contact

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