Carousel Gardens Amusement Park
Known For
A century-old wooden carousel still running in City Park
Carousel Gardens Amusement Park brings a vintage interior energy to City Park, with a hand-carved wooden carousel that has been spinning since the 1900s. It's the kind of nostalgic afternoon that feels genuinely earned.
🕐Best time to visit: October weekends when the weather finally softens
Our Take
Carousel Gardens is a genuine vintage amusement park tucked inside City Park, anchored by a 1906 carousel that still runs and still delights — there's nothing else quite like it in New Orleans. With over 1,600 ratings it's not exactly undiscovered, but the old-school midway atmosphere keeps it feeling like a personal find every time.
The Vibe
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Location
Downtown
7 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124, USA
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