Family Fun Centers

Carousel Gardens Amusement Park

Name: Carousel Gardens Amusement Park
Address: 7 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124, New Orleans, LA, US
Telephone: (504) 482-4888
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (1631 reviews)

📍 7 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124

📞 (504) 482-4888

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Quick Facts

Best For: all ages
Party Packages: Birthday parties available in Owl House, Alligator House, Pelican House, Train Ride, and Carousel Ride. Customizable party packages offered.
Food: Two cafés with fresh made food

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️Home to the Flying Horses carousel, one of the oldest carousels in the United States
⭐Located within New Orleans City Park, offering a Central Park-like experience in New Orleans with access to adjacent attractions like Storyland
⭐Infants can ride on only 2 attractions (Train and Carousel), making it one of the few amusement parks accommodating the youngest visitors
⭐Operates a completely cashless payment system, requiring all transactions to be digital
⭐Family season pass at $265 for four people provides unlimited rides throughout the year (February-November), offering significant value compared to daily admission pricing

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Visit on Sunday afternoons in off-season months (April-May) for virtually no lines and a relaxed experience. The park is open Thursday-Sunday 11am-8pm, so weekday closures mean shorter waits when open.
💬The Family Season Pass ($265 for 4 people) offers exceptional value if you plan multiple visits. Even a single family trip costs $21-33+ per person, making the pass break-even after just one or two visits.
💡Children under 36" can ride the Carousel, Train, Construction Zone, and Slime Buckets with a paid adult, and infants can ride the Train or Carousel. Always check the height requirements at each ride before waiting, as staff measure guests at boarding.
💬The facility is completely cashless, so bring a card or digital payment method. Purchase daily tickets in advance online if possible to streamline entry.
💬Plan to spend 2-3 hours enjoying 20+ rides, fresh food from two cafés, and the adjacent free Storyland playground next door. The park pairs well with City Park exploration for a full day outing.