I was there last week, during a week day and all of the vendors/stands were open. There were a lot of people there, but it wasn't overwhelmly crowded.

No they are not hand made for that you need to go to Jackson's square which is mostly paintings but there are a few other things just go during the daylight as at night it's tarot / psychic stuff off there.

On the weekend the market is very busy. Show up early to avoid the crowds. Have fun!

The hours are daily 10am to 6pm for the coffee and retail shops but the flea market is 9am to 6pm, and you can see special events, festivals,farmer's markets, classes, etc., so join the fun there since 1791! Don't forget the traditional Morning Call coffee shop open 24 hours in City Park (used to be at the French Market years ago), so if something seems to be missing, don't miss the fabulous coffee and beignets (and more) there.

Yes, but I don't remember the name of the stop. We took the trolley and then walked. It was good exercise, and very safe. Enjoy!!

Frenchmen Orleans at 519, a Festiva Resort 519 Frenchmen Street, New Orleans, LA 70116 great carpark here at the rear, you do have to pay but the rrate for a half day is reasonable. if you get there early there are a few free parks north of the railway track, but not many , so arrive early for those.

as others have stated you walk around the french market on your own. easy. now i do recommend that you take a walking tour of the french quarter with the "friends of the cabildo" tours. slow pace, two hour tour to see and learn of the history and architecture of the old quarter. excellent tour, ask for lisa carr if available.