Best Outdoor Activities for Kids in New Orleans
2 outdoor adventures for families in New Orleans. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and fresh-air fun for every age group.
2 are free. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
Top Picks

Lafreniere Park
4.7 starsLafreniere Park has pedal boats available seasonally on the park's lagoon, a feature that gives kids physical control of something on actual water, wh

Audubon Park
4.7 starsAudubon Park has a beloved playground with a spray ground (splash pad area) that makes hot New Orleans days genuinely fun, kids run through the water
FreeLafreniere Park
Ages: Best for all ages
FreeAudubon Park
Ages: Best for all ages
Common Questions
- What are the best outdoor activities for kids in New Orleans?
- 2 outdoor family activities in New Orleans. Highest rated: Lafreniere Park, Audubon Park. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and more.
- Are there free outdoor things to do with kids in New Orleans?
- 2 outdoor activities in New Orleans are free, including Lafreniere Park, Audubon Park.
- How many outdoor activities in New Orleans are stroller-friendly?
- 2 of the 2 outdoor activities in New Orleans are fully stroller-friendly.
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