Public Transit
RTA streetcars run on Canal, St. Charles, Rampart, and Loyola lines. Buses cover the rest of the city. The Jazzy Pass gives you 1-day or 3-day unlimited rides. Use the Le Pass app for live arrivals.
Getting Around
Move smart in the 504
Local know-how on transit, parking, traffic, and staying safe.
Parking Tips
French Quarter parking is tight — try the Premium Parking lots on Decatur or use the Frenchmen Art Market lot. Always read curb signs carefully; meter maids in NOLA are relentless. Avoid parking in second line route corridors on Sunday afternoons.
Traffic Notes
Major bottlenecks: I-10 over the High Rise, the Crescent City Connection at rush hour, and the Pontchartrain Expressway during Saints games. Plan extra time during Mardi Gras parade routes — Napoleon, St. Charles, and Canal close hours before kickoff.
Safety Tips
Stick to well-lit, populated streets — especially after dark in the Quarter, Marigny, and Bywater. Use rideshare for late nights. Keep valuables out of sight in parked cars. Trust your gut and don't walk alone in unfamiliar neighborhoods past midnight.