About New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
The park is devoted to sharing the origins of jazz and its development through today via performances, ranger talks, and other programs. French Quarter Visitor Center for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park visitor center is at 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. The secondary site for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park, at 916 N Peters St. New Orleans, LA 70116, is open only for special events. See our event calendar for more details.
How to Get There
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park visitor center is at 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. The visitor center is on Decatur St, between St. Louis and Conti Streets, near the Bienville Statue. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm. Metered street spaces and commercial parking lots are available within the French Quarter.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Heading to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park?
No central reservation system listed for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10052729) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park?
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park visitor center is at 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. The visitor center is on Decatur St, between St. Louis and Conti Streets, near the Bienville Statue. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm. Metered street spaces and commercial parking lots are available within the French Quarter.
How do I contact New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park?
You can reach the park at phone: (504) 589-3882 or email: jazz_interpretation@nps.gov.
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