Facility Overview
Lakeside Shopping Center Parking serves the premier retail and dining destination in Metairie and the Greater New Orleans metropolitan area. Situated at the high-profile intersection of Veterans Memorial Boulevard and North Causeway Boulevard, the facility provides expansive parking options comprising multi-level covered parking decks and vast open-air surface lots that wrap around the mall\'s perimeter. The facility effortlessly accommodates standard passenger cars, minivans, and full-size SUVs. Drivers of high-clearance pickup trucks, high-roof vans, or vehicles equipped with roof racks can take advantage of the extensive, unobstructed surface parking lots, while the covered garages feature standard vertical clearances of approximately 6 feet 8 inches to 7 feet.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Conveniently located in the bustling commercial heart of Metairie, Lakeside Shopping Center Parking places visitors steps away from premier department stores, specialty retailers, and regional dining favorites:
- Lakeside Shopping Center: Direct immediate access to major anchor stores including Macy\'s, Dillard\'s, and JCPenney, alongside top retailers like the Apple Store, Zara, and Sephora.
- Prominent Dining Options: Steps from popular eateries located on-site, including The Cheesecake Factory, P.F. Chang\'s, Bravo! Italian Kitchen, and local confectioneries.
- Metairie Central Business District: Within a 2- to 5-minute drive from the Galleria office tower and major medical and corporate offices along Causeway Boulevard.
- Lake Pontchartrain Causeway: Minutes from the approach to the world-famous 24-mile Causeway bridge connecting the South Shore to Mandeville and Covington.
- Shrine on Airline & Jefferson Parish Parks: A short 10-minute drive to regional recreational sports complexes, event venues, and local festival sites.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Ingress and egress are straightforward thanks to multiple dedicated signalized access points along Veterans Memorial Boulevard, North Causeway Boulevard, and 17th Street. The location offers immediate connectivity to Interstate 10 (Exit 228), allowing seamless travel to downtown New Orleans, the Caesars Superdome, and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) in under 15 minutes. For visitors utilizing public transportation, Jefferson Transit (JeT) operates frequent bus services along Veterans Memorial Blvd (including Route E1 Veterans), connecting passengers directly to neighboring parish hubs and regional transfer centers.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Ample complimentary customer parking across surface lots and multi-level parking decks.
- Covered parking options providing shelter from intense Louisiana heat and afternoon rainstorms.
- Dedicated electric vehicle (EV) charging stations situated within designated parking zones.
- Clearly marked ADA-accessible parking spaces adjacent to all main department store and mall entrances.
- Well-lit parking decks and surface lanes equipped with security patrols and surveillance monitoring.
- Wide driving lanes and clear wayfinding signage pointing drivers toward specific mall wings and exterior exits.
Ideal For
- Shoppers, diners, and families spending the afternoon or evening at Lakeside Shopping Center.
- Daily commuters meeting colleagues or conducting business within the Metairie commercial corridor.
- Holiday shoppers seeking convenient, weather-protected covered parking during peak seasons.
- Visitors seeking easy highway access off I-10 and Causeway Boulevard.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Parking throughout Lakeside Shopping Center is free for customers. During peak holiday shopping seasons, Mardi Gras season, or weekend afternoons, parking spots closest to Macy\'s and the primary mall concourse can fill up rapidly; heading straight to the multi-level parking garages or the quieter northern surface lots along 17th Street will often save substantial time. If driving a lifted vehicle, camper, or carrying tall sports equipment on roof racks, utilize the open-air surface stalls rather than entering the covered garage decks.