Ride the St. Charles Streetcar
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St. Charles Streetcar Route
The city boasts several streetcar routes, but the one traveling from Canal Street up St. Charles Avenue stands as the oldest continuously operating street railway in the world. It's a must-ride for anyone visiting New Orleans. Enjoy a leisurely journey through the Garden District and marvel at some of the city's most beautiful and impressive architecture. If you ride to the terminus, you can explore the landscaped grounds of Audubon Park and visit Loyola and Tulane universities before returning.
Hours and Pricing
The St. Charles Streetcar line operates 24 hours a day. The 6-mile-long route begins in Uptown at Carondelet at Canal Street, though you can board at any point along the route. The entire ride takes about 45 minutes.
Fare Information
A ride costs $1.25 each way, and you are welcome to stay on from beginning to end. For those wanting to hop on and off, purchasing a Jazzy Pass, also known as a day pass, is advisable. The passes cost $3 for one day, $8 for three days, and $15 for a week. These passes are valid for all public transit in the city.
