Airport
Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) – 14.6 miles
Directions
From downtown New Orleans, take I-10 West and exit at Loyola Drive. Turn left at Loyola Drive and continue straight across Veterans Boulevard onto Terminal Drive, which is the Airport’s dedicated roadway system. From there, follow the signage to access the departures curb, arrivals curb, parking options, etc.
Available city airport shuttle services are available for approximately $22 each way, and taxi service is $36 each way. Please note: fares may change without notice.
Getting around town
Jazzy Pass
Streetcars fare is $1.25 and must be paid with exact change when you board. A One-day unlimited ride “Jazzy Passes” is included with each registration.
Streetcars
Streetcars are a charming and convenient way to experience the many areas of New Orleans. Four distinct lines, each originating Downtown, will take you through the French Quarter and beyond to places you might not otherwise get to see.
Saint Charles Line
Vintage streetcars built by Perley A. Thomas Company still run along a 6-mile crescent from Carondelet at Canal Street in the Central Business District through the oldest and most majestic section of Uptown New Orleans, around the Riverbend to Carrollton at Claiborne Avenue. Swaying along St. Charles Avenue through a tunnel of Live Oaks, the streetcar passes dozens of antebellum mansions, Loyola and Tulane universities, breathtaking Audubon Park, and fine hotels, restaurants and bars.
Canal Street Line
A 5.5-mile route from the foot of Canal Street through the Central Business District and into the Mid-City area. The line ends at City Park Avenue at the historic cemeteries or “Cities of the Dead.” Get out and walk around. Some of the most interesting architecture in the city is right here.
Want to spend a leisurely day in City Park, or browsing around New Orleans Museum of Art? Hop on any of the Canal Streetcars that say CITY PARK/MUSEUM on the front window sign. The final stop on the City Park spur is the New Orleans Museum of Art. It’s filled with treasures from Degas, Monet, Picasso and many others, and is home to a magnificent sculpture garden you can wander through for free.
Riverfront Line
Six vintage red streetcars operate along the popular Riverfront line which will take you from the quaint shops of the French Market to the Aquarium of the Americas and beyond. Shopping, dining and sightseeing are just a streetcar ride away. The Riverfront Line also passes by the Outlet Collection at the Riverwalk, the shops at Canal Place, and Harrah’s Casino.
Loyola/UPT Line
In 2013, the 1.6 mile Loyola Avenue/Union Passenger Terminal loop opened, giving visitors who arrive by Amtrak or Greyhound an easy, economical way to see the city and get to their hotels. From the Union Passenger Terminal, the Loyola Streetcar’s first stop is Julia Street, the major corridor of the city’s Warehouse Arts District. The next stop is Poydras Street, the center of the city’s Financial District. The third and final stop before reaching Canal Street is at Tulane Avenue, the hub of the Medical District.
Rampart/Saint Claude Streetcar
Take a ride on the Rampart/St. Claude Streetcar. In 2016, streetcars rolled on this line for the first time since 1949. This line rattles by St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, where Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau’s tomb can be found, and Louis Armstrong Park, home to Congo Square. You can also visit the St. Claude Arts District in the culturally rich Marigny/Bywater. Discover authentic food, art and music clubs all the way down North Rampart before continuing on St. Claude Street to Elysian Fields Avenue.
Parking in New Orleans
Commercial Lots
There are enough commercial lots in the French Quarter and the CBD to accommodate visitors even during the busiest of times (Sugar Bowl, Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest). Early Bird specials are available at some locations. To prevent any surprises, check times, hourly rates and in-and-out privileges.
Parking Meters
Most of the city’s meters accept dollar bills, credit cards and the Parkmobile app. Please read the meters before you park. Parking is prohibited at meters in designated rush hour zones from 7 a.m. – 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. and it can get tricky during parade season. Also know that broken meters are not free passes. They are technically off-limits and could land you a ticket.
Parking on Streets without Meters
READ PARKING SIGNS CAREFULLY. Rules change from neighborhood to neighborhood, and some violations can be quite costly. We have neighborhood-only parking in some places that are designated by signs. In those neighborhoods you can only park for two hours at a time until night.
Parking Reservations
Want to secure your parking spot before you arrive? Try these helpful sites.
Parking Panda
Use the Parking Panda online platform and mobile app to find, reserve and pay for parking in advance. This mobile reservation service operates in selling reservations for a variety of companies at over 30 locations in New Orleans.
Premium Parking
Premium Parking offers online reservations at several locations in the New Orleans Area. To reserve parking, go to www.premiumparking.com/park and click the red pins on the Google Map for your desired location. You then follow the links and instructions.
Parking.com
Whether visiting New Orleans for a special event or just looking to find the most affordable parking rates near you, Parking.com has you covered by offering a wide range of options. Visit their website or download the FREE Parking.com mobile app to have their parking locator conveniently available at your fingertips! https://parking.com/new-orleans/ .
Handicapped Parking
Parking in Handicap Zones without an official handicapped license plate is illegal. Travelers with legal handicap credentials are permitted to park in metered spaces for free for up to three hours. For questions and parking information, call 504-658-8200.