The Moonwalk Riverfront Park

We walked a stretch after dinner on a Friday in December. It was cool and quiet, and honestly quite peaceful. There are great views of the city skyline. It was raining off and on when we went so we didn't sit. Seems like a great area next to the French Quarter.

At first the Moonwalk, named after New Orleans Mayor Moon Landrieu, seems like just a great place to walk along the Mississippi. A little closer look will reveal so much more. The paving replaced the original wooden planks at this once port. The architecture and landscaping disguises that this is part of the flood control system. The walk is atop a levy, lined with limestone on the riverside to prevent erosion. Massive iron gates at the entrances can be closed protecting the City during hurricanes. The street car system even runs through the area. A marvelous piece of engineering maintained by the Levy Board and the US Corps of Engineers. A wonderful free walk along the flood control system.

This is one of my favorite places along the Riverwalk, not only does it provide wonderful views of the Mississippi River, Natchez River Boat, but it also places the City clearly in the background. There is also a wonderful 40 foot wide staircase that leads down to the river, perfect for taking in the sunrise or sunset.

Pretty nice place to take a walk - as the name suggests, it overlooks the river Mississippi. It is super close to cafes, and the very happening part of the city, so that makes it cooler.

It was a fantastic New Year Eve here. Love the vibrant vibe.

Views from ever side, one looks over the Mississippi River, behind it is Jackson Square and the historic Cathedral. You can usually see street performers here, palm readers, so grab some frozen coffee from Cafe DuMont (just off to the side) and take a stroll. There are steps here the lead right to the waterfront.

River park located in French Quarter opposite to Jackson square/St.Louis cathedral.
Features
*Preferred time to visit the park shall be day time as the Cathedral view looks awesome during day than in night.
*From thanksgiving to New year close,they shall lit up Christmas trees and the place shall be decorated with lights.
*Place gets crowded during afternoon -evening time so best time to take pictures shall be early morning.
*There are steps on the river bank facing Mississippi river to spend the evening time.
Good place to spend with family on the evening time

Beautiful place to sit, people watch, watch Mississippi River traffic and wild life while unwinding on the Moonwalk. Plenty seating, breezy and sooooooo relaxing.

Loved to come here in the mornings, relax, and drink coffee.

A nice boardwalk that allows you to relax and watch the ships pass by. A little quieter than Jackson Square which is not far away.

Cute place to take pictures and Cafe de Monde is in the vicinity.

It is Mardi Gras Day! We had a blast and met some cool people. All in all, it was New Orleans, old style.

There is history to learn everywhere in this city. Great views of the Mississippi and Jackson Square from here.

Nice place to sit and enjoy your beniegt! Beautiful spot on the Mississippi River. Tons of ships and boats to watch moving up and down the Mississippi. Lots of street performers and musicians. Very fun watching the street car dive by.💚💚💚

Man do you want to have a fun time with the family do you want to have a great place to go and see the most beautiful sceneries of New Orleans do you want to feel Cool breeze finally somewhere in New Orleans do you want to have a romantic adventure come here

No not named thus because it was built it the 70's when Americans walked on the Moon. Named for the mayor that built it "Moon" Landrieu. Its the front porch of the French Quarter and usually several degrees cooler up there thanks to river breezes blowing over the deep waters of the Mississippi. (Its over 200 feet deep!)

A nice stroll at any time of day with easy access to the French Quarter and streetcar. Watch the steamboats, cargo and cruise ships float by from a bench or steps with jazz music always in earshot.

Very beautiful and serene!

No better place to grab some cafe du monde and eat on the river. Is fantastically kept up and has plenty of seating. There is always this guy who comes up to you and says,"I know where you got your shoes!" You say no way and he bets you like 10 dollars to say "Your Feet!"

Grest place for catching a breeze. Watching ships.