Good vibe here. Very nice and friendly place to bring your dog to play and socialize with other dogs in a safe space. Also includes a clean and fun playground for children to play, with a partition that separates the playground from the rest of the park. Located in the north-east residential side of the French quarter and situated around some of the most beautiful homes/architecture that you'll see in the quarter. No bums or druggies in sight btw. Gate is unlocked by an officer at 8am. read more

Cabrini Playground - Dog Parks Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Nice park. Timing and consideration make this cute park go smoothly. Stayed nearby at St Pierre Hotel

Great play structure; everything in good working order. Seems to be an unofficial off leash dog park but the dog owners were good about keeping them out of the playground area. Just be aware in case your kiddo is afraid of dogs. Wish there was a bathroom but we briskly walked down to the French market to find one. read more

The French Quarter isn't usually associated with "kid friendly". Cabrini Playground is one of the few exceptions, even though the dog park is much more frequently used. Plenty of fun toys for the kids, a large grassy area for the dogs and a shelter to protect you from the sun or rain. read more

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This technically isn't a dog park but its 100% de facto used as a dog park all the time. This is the best doggie paradise anywhere around the French Quarter and the dogs have a fantastic time here. There are lots of plastic chairs in the park and a covered pavilion area with picnic tables. There are many tennis balls strewn about the place and plenty of people hurling them for dogs to race after. All size dogs are constantly running around and having awesome dog times. If I were a dog I would really appreciate my human bringing me here for some serious dog time! This place is also near Veri Marte and while it might seem tempting to grab some food and picnic in this park that's generally a bad idea as the dogs will go crazy over your food!!! read more

Change is so tough. You can read my prior review to see that Cabrini park was not just my favorite dog park, it was my favorite place to go in New Orleans period. On my last trip to NOLA the absolute low point was the moment I saw the open gates at Cabrini and the big sign showing that all dogs must be leashed, a big new empty playground mocking me from the other side of the fence. Now I am not a child hating grump at all, the only solace would be if the children that I guess live in the Quarter had somewhere to play. Instead every time I walked by this park it was completely empty, not a soul in sight. I would argue that as a dog park this place did more for the community and security of the neighborhood than an unused playground ever would. I would assume that dogs do a better job of running off riffraff than children, save maybe that kid from Cop and a Half. I had so many great memories from here, it makes me sad that it is no longer my Cabrini. Let's hope that it becomes a vibrant green space for children to play and not a toilet for drunks. read more

As a non-quarter denizen, you might wonder why I have occasion to go to Cabrini Park, but once a year the French Quarter Resident's association hosts a Mother's Day concert here with a big band that my Mom loves. So off and on for the past bunch of years, we're there. It is a big park (maybe 1/2 of a city block) and that gives the younger kids plenty of room to run around and play. They've planted more trees in some sections in recent years so hopefully the shade quotient will be raised eventually. The pavilion is spacious (but I've never sat under it as that's where the band plays). Minus 1 star because of the owners who refuse to pickup after their dogs, even though their are bags provided by the park. Eww. read more

I'm heartbroken. Cabrini park is closed to dogs, perhaps for good. My evening Quarter strolls will never be the same. I've accepted all the changes in the Marigny and Bywater but this is devastating to me. This was the last gated dog park in our neighborhood. This was not just a dog park -- it was a meeting place for old friends and new. But, Se la vie all good things must eventually come to an end. read more

Back when I lived in the Marigny, there was a wonderful bookshop across the street from this dog park. Since I didn't have a dog at the time, I'd do my book shopping and sit at the park and watch the dogs. Back then, it wasn't really a dog park but dogs were tolerated. I'm really glad that it became a semi-official dog park. It's a great place to socialize and enjoy some time with your dogs and other people's as well. A park is meant to be enjoyed, and so what if it's dog friendly now? Actually, that makes it even better. And if you have an issue with all the dogs there...then don't go there. read more

This is a great dog park on the corner of Barracks and Dauphine St. in the French Quarter. It's really big and takes up about half of a city block. There is a large grass field for dogs to play in and get to know each other. There are is also a cement spot where baby pools are filled with water, if your dog wants to take a dip on hot days. There is also a fountain for water. We brought a boxer here, and the other dog owners were really nice, even though he is a big dog that always wants to play. The people seemed friendly, and there were nice shady spots to sit and escape from the heat as the dog wore himself out making new friends. read more

As a resident of this neighborhood, it is beyond disappointing to have the park over ran with junkies and homeless people. This morning (9am), I took my soon to play and there was people peppered all over the park sleeping with their belongings in disarray around them. One guy was asleep on my son's favorite play gym. This is unacceptable and ridiculous. We shouldn't take away the few places for children in the quarter and give to the junkies and homeless as refuge. read more

HUGE grassy park for all the Fido's and Max's to play in complete with free poop bags (supplied generously by the French Quarter Vet), pooper scoopers, baby pools for the pups, chairs for the humans and a covered patio for rainy days. The best part of this park is that it is Hottie Central. read more

This could be a beautiful park - in fact it is a beautiful park. It used to be full of friendly people and dogs, but new rules keep dogs out of the park and to equip it for children. Now it's just empty green space with no life. I don't even have a dog but without dogs, it's just boring. When the dogs were there, I used to always get greeted by a friendly face. In fact, I met my boyfriend there and several of my good friends. The dogs are allowed on-leash, but can't romp and play with each other so what's the point? I gave the two stars because it is beautiful but with dogs it would be a 5 star space! Like I said, I don't even have a dog. Bring back the dogs!!! read more

Went on a day after heavy rain so the mud puddles were a nightmare. Great to have such a huge dog park right in the middle of the FQ. It's pretty securely fenced in so the dogs can have a blast running around with each other. But still keep a watchful eye out though in case your little one slips through somehow. Lots of very chill, cool dog people that seem like responsible dog owners. Very clean park considering the number of visitors here each day. Love the chairs they have all over the place. Parking in the area could be a challenge though. read more

Up until they shuttered the park to dogs this would have been a beaming 5 stars, but now it gets 1 because I have to. This was such a great park for doggies and their owners, a social place for us, and so much room to run for them. Now there is a stupid playground (bc so many kids live in the Quarter ha). I live two blocks away and its very rare to see any kids playing in the park. Stupid move by the city. If ain't broke, don't fix it! read more

I visited this park with my pup after reading a few reviews indicating it was more than a greenery for dogs, and an actual dog park. This is not the case, although it is clear both owners and pets have turned this in to a space for dogs. Sign on the gate clearly says it's a playground. This is not at all for from the truth when you enter the park on the right is a large children's climbing frame. Right behind that is the "dog park" which is a decent sized green area which has 2 soccer goal posts (incase you and your dog wanna play a game) lol. There is no sand areas or wash areas for dogs, as some had previously mentioned in the comments. There is however a water pipe by the entrance you can allow your dog to drink out of. And luckily I was able to let my pup off the lead as there were no kids around. read more

No dog park, no fun. Cabrini, I'll see you again when the city stops ignoring all the people who used and cared for this park. Old Review: Fun park to take your dog. Other dogs to play with almost all of the time. Bags and trash cans for clean up. There's a hose if your dog needs water or a bath. Shade from the sun. Lot's of space. Friendly people. Not as fancy as City Bark but more of a community spot. The city needs to legitimize this as a dog park. It receives so much traffic and is a valuable asset to the French Quarter and surrounding residents. read more

Visiting from Shreveport where we have a Mayor who thinks that Dog Parks are superfluous...happily brought my dog here daily and found the park to be well-utilized by 12-20 plus dogs and owners at any given time. Got a lot of great, friendly advice from the regulars about restaurants and things to do in NOLA. Best advice was the daily 3-6 pm Happy Hour at Domenica in the Roosevelt Hotel. Wonderful park; the locals are emotionally invested in it, and several pooled their money to hire someone to mow as they did not feel it was being maintained. Also heard them talking about a politically motivated sweetheart deal that may, unfortunately, turn this magical plot of Doggie Heaven into a children's playground. That would be a SHAME as there are virtually no children in this area; a nearby school closed, and this area seems to be inhabited by Yuppies, artists and hippies. If you're a local, take a moment to express your displeasure in this idea by writing a letter to your politicians. SAVE CABRINI DOG PARK!!! read more

I split my time between this dog park and Markey Park in the Bywater. This park is relatively cleans and most everyone cleans up after themselves. The regulars are friendly enough. Plenty of chairs to sit in the shade. Guaranteed to be at least one or two homeless/deranged tweakers passed out in a corner of the park. read more

I LOVE this park! It is really big and there are always lots of dogs there. Owners really keep an eye of their dogs, so we have never had a problem with aggressive dogs. They have chairs for you to sit in as well, which is a nice plus. The park is sponsored by a animal shelter so they have bags already there for when it is time to pick up your dogs #2. Every time we go we have good conversations as the people are just as nice as the dogs. The only downside I can think of is you should bring your own bowl for dogs to drink out of, but they have a hose to fill it up with water. Also, beware after days that it rains because there are some puddles there for your dog to REALLY have some fun in :) I would definitely recommend this park to others. read more