New Orleans: City Park Adventure
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⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.
🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 13 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Place des Abbesses, Montmartre.
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
Places you will visit
13
It will take you
91-121 mins
You will walk
4600 steps
Total distance
3.5 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Roosevelt Mall, New Orleans
2 Roosevelt Mall, New Orleans, LA 70119, USAFinish point The Singing Oak
New Orleans, LA 70119, United StatesAbout this quest
Stroll under the majestic live oaks in one of the United States’ largest urban parks.
Learn about City Park’s past and present, from its plantation days to its current draw as a mecca for locals. Discover unique cultural and historical facts while solving clues to a tale as imaginative as the city itself.
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🚨 Please note that the creator and Questo are in no way affiliated with the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA).
Should you prefer to explore more than just the surrounding grounds, please make sure to purchase a ticket from their ticket office.
Opening Hours:
Tue-Sun - 10am - 5pm, Mon - closed
Highlights
Discover the history and beauty of New Orleans City Park.
Visit the 800-year-old McDonogh Oak, one of the top sculpture gardens in the country.
Witness works of art by famous sculptor Enrique Alférez.
The mission: Your story in New Orleans
The grass is nearly up to your waist. To your right, the Big Lake is overflowing its banks. This can’t be normal, you say to yourself. Something is wrong.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Duelling Oak
New Orleans Botanical Garden
Roosevelt Mall
- Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
- Kids under 12 should be guided by their parents
Ratings and Reviews
165 ratings
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
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Frequently asked questions
What’s the vibe of this quest?
You ride the streetcar to City Park thinking you’ll get some peace under ancient oaks, but something’s up — vines creeping, Big Lake overflowing. You spend your time solving clues, uncovering hidden art, and exploring the park’s history (from plantation days to sculpture gardens).
Who is this great for?
Perfect for:
couples wanting a romantic escape from city noise,
tourists who love nature + art + history mixed in,
families (especially with older kids) who like mixing walking + exploring.
How much time and walking is involved?
Expect to spend about 90-120 minutes, walking ~3.5 km, which is about 4,600 steps. Not rushed, plenty of time to stop and enjoy views.
What highlights will we see in the park?
You’ll pass by:
McDonogh Oak (has crazy old-tree energy),
Botanical Garden,
Sculpture art by Enrique Alférez,
Roosevelt Mall, and various hidden corners with stories.
Is this a good date idea?
Yes! Walking among live oaks, solving gentle puzzles, stopping by art installations — feels intimate and special without the pressure of a formal plan.
