Lafayette Square is a public park that welcomes one and all. Designed by Charles Laveau Trudeau, it is renowned for the marvelous art work and sculptures installed here, such as statues of Henry Clay and Benjamin Franklin. Owing to its proximity to the government offices like USGSA Public Building Services, US Appeals Court, National Labor Relations and Federal Reserve Bank, it is packed with office workers during lunchtime. Lafayette Square also hosts concerts on a regularly that includes the popular Wednesday at the Square and Harvest the Music concert series.
The Batture is a hidden-in-plain-sight riverfront escape, tucked along the Mississippi in Uptown New Orleans. With sweeping views of the river, shaded picnic spots, and an acre of open lawn, it’s the perfect place to relax, play, or meet up with friends. A rotating lineup of some of the city’s best food trucks serve everything from lobster rolls, tacos, snowballs, to fried chicken sandwiches — all in a laid-back, open-air setting. Whether you're stopping by for lunch, catching sunset with a drink, or letting the kids roam while you enjoy a quiet moment, The Batture offers a little pocket of peace (and flavor) just minutes from the city. Family-friendly, dog-friendly (on leash), and always a good idea.
