Lemann Park & Playground
Price
Free
Duration
1-1.5 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 1-12
About
Lemann Park & Playground sits in the Tremé, the historic heart of African American culture and jazz in New Orleans — one of the oldest such neighborhoods in the country. For families who want to experience authentic New Orleans beyond the French Quarter tourist bubble, the Tremé area offers rich cultural context, and Lemann Park is a natural gathering point.
The park itself is a solid NORDC (New Orleans Recreation Development Commission) facility with playground equipment for younger kids and basketball courts for older children and teens. The 4.5-star rating from local users reflects a genuinely well-regarded neighborhood resource.
The real value for visiting families is the neighborhood context: the Tremé's colorful Creole cottage architecture, its connection to New Orleans' musical heritage, and its proximity to Louis Armstrong Park (named for the Tremé's most famous native son) make a park visit here more culturally immersive than a visit to a suburban playground. Walking through the surrounding streets shows kids genuine New Orleans neighborhood life.
Practically: the park is free, open 6am-10pm, and easily combined with a visit to Louis Armstrong Park or a walk toward the French Quarter.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Not Available
Kid Meals
Not Available
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Morning visits 6am-10pm
Wait Times
No wait — open park
Nearby Food
The Tremé has excellent local restaurants and food options. Louis Armstrong Park and the French Quarter are within walking distance for more dining options.
Why Kids Love It
Lemann Park sits in the Tremé, New Orleans' historic jazz neighborhood, giving it a cultural setting that enriches any park visit — second line musicians sometimes practice in the area, and the neighborhood architecture of colorful Creole cottages provides a backdrop unlike any other American playground. The park has a full basketball court and playground equipment, giving both athletic kids and younger playground enthusiasts reasons to stay. The neighborhood's music and cultural richness can turn a simple park outing into an impromptu cultural education.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Located in the Tremé — one of the oldest and most historically significant African American neighborhoods in the US
- 4.5 stars from local users — well-regarded community park
- North Claiborne Ave location near Armstrong Park and the French Quarter
- Open 6am-10pm — flexible hours
- Combine with a walk through the Tremé and visit to Louis Armstrong Park nearby
What to Bring
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Camera for neighborhood architecture
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0.
Tremé area has excellent local restaurants nearby.
Tips to Save
- Free NORDC park in the Tremé.
- Combine with exploring the historic Tremé neighborhood — one of the oldest African American neighborhoods in the country.
