ZIP Code 70056: Gretna, LA
Gretna in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana uses ZIP code 70056. Its reference point is at latitude 29.8872 and longitude -90.0331 (29°53'13.9"N 90°01'59.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 70056
Gretna has 3 ZIP codes in our directory, and Jefferson Parish has 33.
Louisiana has 749 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 70053 in Gretna, about 2.0 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 70056 |
|---|---|
| Place | Gretna |
| County | Jefferson Parish |
| State | Louisiana |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 29.8872 |
| Longitude | -90.0331 |
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Map of ZIP Code 70056
Map centred on 29.8872, -90.0331. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Gretna, Louisiana
Video: Gretna, Louisiana
Walking tour of downtown Gretna, LA #gretna #walkingtour #louisiana #tour — by New Orleans Preferred Photography · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 70056
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 70056, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 70056, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
Schools Near Gretna
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 70056 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Gretna, Jefferson Parish.
Looking at nearby areas such as Harvey, New Orleans and Belle Chasse widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Gretna are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 70056.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Gretna can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Harvey, New Orleans and Belle Chasse.
Shopping and Dining in Gretna
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Gretna are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Gretna, Louisiana can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Jefferson Parish along with the name Gretna.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 70056, Harvey lies about 2.3 mi to the southwest, New Orleans lies about 3.0 mi to the northeast, Belle Chasse lies about 4.0 mi to the southeast, Marrero lies about 5.0 mi to the west and Arabi lies about 5.6 mi to the northeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Gretna show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 70056
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Louisiana - Gretna - LeRuth's (a FANTASTIC Restaurant) - Denise Dotsey & Me - October 1973”): Barbara Spengler, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Louisiana - Bayou Barataria - 30 September 1972”): Barbara Spengler, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Waylon Thibodeaux - Gretna Louisiana Heritage Festival 2008”): nola.agent, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Irene Sage - Gretna Louisiana Heritage Festival 2008”): nola.agent, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“New Wave Brass Band - Gretna Louisiana Heritage Festival 2008”): nola.agent, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Walking tour of downtown Gretna, LA #gretna #walkingtour #louisiana #tour” by New Orleans Preferred Photography, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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