New Orleans Central Business District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Canal Street
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.
Caesars New Orleans Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Caesars New Orleans Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in New Orleans? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Smoothie King Center
Catch an event at Smoothie King Center during your trip to New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Lafayette Square
After visiting Lafayette Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Audubon Insectarium
Fascinating insects creep, crawl and flutter all around the extensive displays at this living museum, which promises a magical day out for adults and kids alike.
Things to do
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Craft Cocktail Walking Tour
Top hotels in New Orleans Central Business District
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
"I slept horrible every night the bed was not comfortable and the hall carpet was very nasty and I warn everyone there is a 50 dollar a day for parking that was a surprise to have to pay for parking after paying 600 and something for the room they never tell u this up front only to be surprised when ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
"I absolutely enjoyed my stay at this hotel. It was definitely in a prime location very close to Bourbon Street and all of some amazing restaurants. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable of the area. The room was very clean and housekeeping was amazing. The only thing I wish the room had was ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
"The location of the hotel was excellent. Everything we wanted to do or see was either easily walkable or streetcar accessible. The room smelled a little musty around the air conditioner unit but that was the only negative about the stay. Hotel and room was very nice and clean."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Virgin Hotels New Orleans
"We had really good stay. The staff was great, from start to finish, and it was nice and quiet. However, the floors in our room had not been properly cleaned nor had the hallway carpets."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
"Beautiful hotel.. Clean room. Breakfast was a delight... real biscuits and gravy. Bar stunning..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
"The property is so beautiful. The amazing polite staff and food was a definitely highlight to our trip! A must stay!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around New Orleans Central Business District
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.
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.
Faubourg Lafayette
When in Faubourg Lafayette and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like National World War II Museum or Smoothie King Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St. Charles at Melpomene Stop or Saint Charles at Martin Luther King Jr. Stop.
Tulane - Gravier
When in Tulane - Gravier and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canal Street or Caesars Superdome and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at Galvez Stop or Canal at Tonti Stop.
Central City
Consider a visit to Mckenna Museum of African American Art and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Central City. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at St. Charles at Felicity Stop or St. Charles at Euterpe Stop.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Louisiana Museum of African American History and Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.
New Orleans Central Business District Travel Guide
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- Visit Arabi
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- Marie Laveau House of Voodoo
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- Visit Faubourg Marigny
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- Visit Garden District
- Visit Harahan
- Visit Lower Garden District
- Visit Marlyville - Fontainebleau
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- Visit Uptown Historic District
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- Visit Plaquemines Parish
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