Walk beneath ancient live oaks and discover City Park’s art, botany, and history on a self-guided GPS audio tour. Download the VoiceMap app, redeem your code, and follow turn-by-turn narration at your own pace.
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You step under a tunnel of Southern live oaks and the air cools; Spanish moss brushes your shoulder as gulls call from the lagoon. This audio-guided walk threads lawns, bayous, and sculpture gardens, moving at your pace while GPS cues the next story.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Light activity level; suitable for most fitness levels and families.
Wildlife
History
City Park evolved from 19th-century public greenspace initiatives and expanded with New Deal-era landscaping and WPA projects that shaped its major gardens and structures.
Conservation
The park manages tree restoration and wetland preservation programs; visitors are encouraged to stay on paths, pack out trash, and respect planted areas to protect regenerating oaks and understory habitat.
Reserve your spot on the A Walk in the Park: City Park New Orleans Audio Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download before you go
Install the VoiceMap app and redeem the eight-character code ahead of time to ensure offline playback and maps.
Charge your phone
Bring a fully charged phone and a portable battery — GPS and audio playback drain power over an hour.
Wear supportive shoes
Paths are flat but can be long; closed-toe walking shoes provide comfort on paved and boardwalk sections.
Time for wildlife and shade
Visit early morning or late afternoon for cooler temperatures and increased bird and turtle activity by the lagoons.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and comfort for paved paths, occasional boardwalks, and longer loops.
Headphones
Privacy and clear audio playback for GPS-triggered narration.
Portable phone charger
Keeps your device powered for GPS, maps, and audio playback.
Light rain jacket
Summer storms come up quickly; a compact shell keeps you dry between audio stops.
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