In Jean Lafitte's day, silver and gold filled a pirate's treasure chest, but today's treasures are people, places, and memories. Discover New Orleans’ rich cultural mix. Learn Cajun traditions from people who live them. Watch an alligator bask on a bayou’s bank. Walk in the footsteps of the men who fought at 1815’s Battle of New Orleans. Follow the link to discover the treasure of Jean Lafitte.
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
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Good For
Wheelchairs
Hearing Impaired
Families
Visually Impaired
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Guided Tours
Wildlife Watching
Admission and Program Fees
Entrance fee is $0.00.
Admission to park visitor centers is always free. Most park programs are free; any fees are always noted on program descriptions. We do not sell the Park Pass at any of our sites, but you can buy one online at https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/passes.htm
Directions
Jean Lafitte's headquarters and the park's French Quarter Visitor Center is located at 419 Decatur St. in New Orleans. There are five other park sites scattered throughout south Louisiana. For information on all of the park sites and visitor centers, see the Directions URL.
Weather
All temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit. Note that relative humidity, especially in summer months, can reach 90%, so temperatures can feel 10-20 degrees hotter than actual temperature. Spring (March, April, May) average high 77, low 61 Summer (June, July, August) average high 89, low 75 Fall (September, October, November) average high 78, low 64 Winter (December, January, February) average high 64, low 48
