Spanish Plaza was originally known as Eads Plaza and was initially supposed to memorialize an engineer who improved the navigability of the Mississippi River.

Spain dedicated the plaza to the City of New Orleans in 1976 to commemorate their common historical past and as a sign of their growing relationship into the future. The main feature of Spanish Plaza is a fountain which can be found right in the middle of it; the fountain is surrounded by seals from many of Spain’s provinces.

You’ll find the plaza within close proximity to famed New Orleans’ attractions such as the Riverwalk Marketplace & Shopping Center, the Aquarium of the Americas, Harrah’s Casino, and the World Trade Center, making it the perfect place to stop at for a break while exploring the downtown area.

Spanish Plaza , 2 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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