Admiring the artwork around the perimeter of the square and strolling through the park was a relaxing break from the sensory overload of the French Quarter.

This park was beautiful and very well maintained. People were actively having picnics and lounging on the grass and maintenance was going in right around them

This is the place to buy local art, hear a street band, get your picture taken with a variety of costumed performers, start a walking tour of the city, catch a carriage or get your palm read. Whatever happens in the quarter often stops right here. It's also a good place for photo ops.

I believe this is one of those must do as it is a great symbol of the city. Second, it is a good point of reference to orient yourself to the map of French Quarter and other activities. Ex. If you make it to Jackson Square, you are a block from Cafe Du Monde and a block or two from... More

It's a great place to walk around. There are different vendors selling their wares, mostly artwork and there are always musicians around playing their songs. The trees and flowers are lovely. Check out the Banana trees!

This was my favorite place in New Orleans. Beautiful and so New Orleans. Street performers here as everywhere. Amazing architecture and quiet amid noise. Nothing to dislike for me here.

This is a little oasis in the midst of the honky tonk of the FQ. There's quiet within the park if you choose, or artists and shops to peruse around the park.

Jackson Square is a fun place to absorb history and watch people. In the day time there are many vendors and performers to meet many pleasures. The surrounding buildings are ones you should spend time seeing in detail.

This lively square has a nice park and interesting stalls selling art and other handicrafts. There are street musicians who play and the place has a real buzz .