Zero Latency New Orleans
Family of 4
Sessions typically $45-55 per person for 30-60 min VR experiences.
Duration
1-1.5 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 12+ (minimum age requirements apply)
About
Zero Latency New Orleans brings free-roam virtual reality — the most physically immersive form of VR gaming — to the Warehouse District. Unlike seated VR headset experiences, Zero Latency's system equips participants with backpack computers and headsets that track full body movement through a warehouse-scale space, allowing players to physically walk, crouch, and dodge in the virtual environment.
For teens who play video games, this is genuinely revolutionary — the embodied quality of free-roam VR creates a feeling of presence that seated gaming can't approximate. Multiplayer team scenarios let family members experience the same virtual world together, adding cooperative or competitive dynamics that elevate it beyond solo gaming.
The age minimum is typically 13 years, which means this is a teen-and-adult experience rather than a full-family activity if you have younger kids. Parents of tweens 12 and under should confirm current age policies before booking.
Practical notes: advance booking is essential — Zero Latency operates on scheduled sessions rather than walk-in. The Warehouse District location is easily accessible by rideshare from French Quarter hotels. Sessions are physically active, so wear comfortable clothing.
The 30-60 minute sessions are typically priced at $45-55 per person, making this one of the more premium family entertainment options in New Orleans.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
No
Nursing / Changing
Not Available
Kid Meals
Not Available
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Book specific time slots in advance; weekend afternoons are popular
Wait Times
No wait if booked; walk-in availability is limited
Nearby Food
The Warehouse District has numerous restaurants within walking distance. St. Joseph Street is close to Magazine Street and the Lower Garden District dining options.
Why Kids Love It
Zero Latency uses free-roam virtual reality where participants physically walk through a large warehouse space in full VR gear — unlike seated VR, the physical movement makes the experience feel genuinely real in a way that standard gaming doesn't approach. Teens who play video games regularly are blown away by the embodied quality of free-roam VR because it engages physical instincts rather than just hand-eye coordination. Team-based scenarios mean family members can play alongside each other in shared virtual worlds.
From Reddit Parents
“I'll bring my son out. We both love VR games.”
Pro Tips from Parents
- Minimum age is typically 13 years — confirm before booking for younger family members
- Located in the Warehouse District, easy rideshare access from French Quarter hotels
- Book in advance — this is not a walk-in venue
- Wear comfortable athletic clothing — you'll be moving
- Perfect special-occasion activity for teens visiting New Orleans
What to Bring
- Comfortable athletic clothing
- Closed-toe shoes required
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
Sessions typically $45-55 per person for 30-60 min VR experiences.
Family of 4 (if all meet age requirements): ~$180-220.
Book at zerolatencyvr.
com.
Tips to Save
- Book online in advance as sessions fill.
- Group discounts may be available.
- Check minimum age requirements before booking — younger kids will not be admitted and refunds may not be issued.
