New Orleans Central Business District Travel Guide

New Orleans

A busy urban street with a Walgreens store, a vintage theater, and various shops.
A busy urban street lined with palm trees and historic buildings, including a prominent hotel.
A red trolley on tracks, palm trees, and buildings with signs like "Mr. Goldman" and "New York".
A street with a historic building, palm trees, and a Marriott hotel.
A red tram with 'NONSTOP LONDON' and '2001' on it, passing by a street with buildings and a 'Bourbon' street sign.

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A red trolley on tracks, palm trees, and buildings with signs like "Mr. Goldman" and "New York".

Canal Street

8.6/10 (32,488 reviews)
Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area.
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Things to do

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

£33
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Airboat turning on creek in New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

£49
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation

£26
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour

New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour

£18
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Swamp Tour by Tour Boat in New Orleans

Manchac Swamp & Bayou Tour by Boat

£45
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Manchac Swamp & Bayou Tour by Boat
Creole Queen Sunday Jazz Brunch

Creole Queen Jazz Brunch

£33
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Creole Queen Jazz Brunch
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Top hotels in New Orleans Central Business District

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

5 out of 5
130 Roosevelt Way New Orleans LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £160 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£160
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

4 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon New Orleans LA
The price is £85 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£85
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St New Orleans LA
The price is £100 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£100
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,449 reviews)
"The air conditioner was very old and loud the remote control did not work and the refrigerator in my room did not work. The staff was great."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans

DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans

4 out of 5
300 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is £79 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£79
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,721 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. Hotel room was clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans
New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is £157 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£157
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,967 reviews)
"The hotel was Excellence in all areas, and the staff outstanding"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

New Orleans Marriott
Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Downtown

Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Downtown

3.5 out of 5
212 Loyola Avenue New Orleans LA
The price is £58 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£58
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Downtown
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Where to stay in New Orleans Central Business District

Find the best New Orleans Central Business District areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about New Orleans Central Business District
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A historic building with a red facade and ornate balcony railings.

French Quarter

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.

A green trolley with 'St. Charles' and 'Party Car' signs, moving on tracks.
Photo by Jenna Lee
Open Photo by Jenna Lee

Arts/Warehouse District

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. Top attractions like National World War II Museum and Riverwalk Marketplace Shopping Center are major draws, and you can catch the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.

A building with red shutters and a white door, surrounded by blooming pink and white flowers.
Photo by New Orleans CVB / Chris Granger
Open Photo by New Orleans CVB / Chris Granger

Garden District

Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or Magazine Street while you're exploring the area.

A river with a bridge, a city skyline, and a sunset.

Lower Garden District

Travellers love Lower Garden District for its beautiful gardens, and you can see more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Port of New Orleans and Magazine Street.

A horse-drawn carriage with a sign for Roman Chewing Candy.

Uptown Historic District

Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in Uptown Historic District. Top attractions like Audubon Zoo and Magazine Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at St. Charles at Jefferson Stop or St. Charles at Valmont Stop to see more of the city.

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