R Prim Posted April 30, 2016 #1 Share Posted April 30, 2016 We are considering staying at the LaQuinta in Gretna prior to our cruise in August. We will arrive the day before our cruise and thought we could take the ferry across the river and walk into, or take the trolly to the French Quarters. We were told we could park the car for free at the hotel while we are on the cruise. Would appreciate any and all input on this plan. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgmpuma Posted May 1, 2016 #2 Share Posted May 1, 2016 The Algiers ferry terminal is about a mile from this hotel. Just ask someone at the desk for directions. The French Quarter is an easy walk from the Canal Street terminal. The ferry is free and a great place to see the city from, and you won't have to worry about parking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Prim Posted May 1, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted May 1, 2016 The Algiers ferry terminal is about a mile from this hotel. Just ask someone at the desk for directions. The French Quarter is an easy walk from the Canal Street terminal. The ferry is free and a great place to see the city from, and you won't have to worry about parking. Thank you for your response. As far as you know is Gretna a fairly safe place. Getting some conflicting reviews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgmpuma Posted May 2, 2016 #4 Share Posted May 2, 2016 It is in a busy area between two main streets and next to a shopping mall. Safety should not be a concern, but just be aware of your surroundings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Prim Posted May 2, 2016 Author #5 Share Posted May 2, 2016 JGMPUMA again thank you for your input. Part of the reason we chose this cruise was to revisit your beautiful city and to bring friends and family, who have never been to New Orleans before. New Orleans should be on everyone's bucket list. Have a great week! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorncroft Posted May 20, 2016 #6 Share Posted May 20, 2016 You won't miss anything if you skip the Shoney's in Gretna. Just saying. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Prim Posted May 21, 2016 Author #7 Share Posted May 21, 2016 You won't miss anything if you skip the Shoney's in Gretna. Just saying. ;) Thank you so much for the heads up! That very well could have been a place we would pick but won't now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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