River view April 10, 2017 3:30 PM | Photo by Paula Burch-Celentano pburch@tulane.edu View PDF A ferry makes its way from the across the Mississippi River to Algiers Point. The pedestrian ferry offers riders one of the best views of the city as the vessel crosses the river’s natural crescent. Other Related Articles Business leader calls Tulane’s downtown expansion a ‘transcendent’ opportunity for New Orleans President Fitts receives Vision Award for downtown plans Tulane reflects on Katrina: 20 years of renewal and resilience Tulane filmmakers make a strong showing at the 2025 New Orleans Film Festival Preservation in practice: Tulane students restore historic tombs