Gretna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Gerard Nastor
Photo by Gerard Nastor
Photo by Gerard Nastor
Photo by Gerard Nastor
Photo by Robert Foley
Photo by Robert Foley

Where to stay in Gretna

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Terrytown

Terrytown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Oakwood Center and Plantation Golf Course while in the area.

Terrytown
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Timberlane

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Timberlane and surrounding area, you can visit Port of New Orleans and Boomtown Casino.

Timberlane
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$233 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$233
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,910 reviews)
"Location was great. Upgraded to a balcony suite on bourbon st….1st day shower wouldn’t drain, second day the toilet wouldn’t flush."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
4 out of 5
124 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$219 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$219
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,209 reviews)
"It was a central location and safe."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
4 out of 5
444 St Charles Ave New Orleans Louisiana, New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$150 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$150
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,431 reviews)
Exceptional Service
"The level of service provide by Brianna at the front desk, Ashley the bartender, and Sohail at Pete’s was absolutely exceptional."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
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Memoir Warehouse District
Memoir Warehouse District
4 out of 5
808 Constance Street, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions National World War II Museum and Caesars ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
"I love staying at the Memoir. Rooms are clean, property is quiet, and the best restaurants are within walking distance. The area feels (and was) safe. I just wish I could earn pts there :(."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Memoir Warehouse District
Roami at St. Helene
Roami at St. Helene
3 out of 5
508 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 3-star apartment in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bourbon Street and Canal Street ...
7/10 Good! (51 reviews)
"The parking is so expensive"

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

Roami at St. Helene
Seabrook Villa
Seabrook Villa
3.5 out of 5
6001 France Rd, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf aparthotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (525 reviews)
Stay was worth the price.
"The room was a little small but was comfy foe the most part. The shower didnt have a lot of water pressure but everything was really clean. The room was cold but smelled a little musky at times. Was a nice place for the price."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

Seabrook Villa
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Popular places to visit

Bourbon Street showing street scenes and a city

Bourbon Street

4/5(56 reviews)

The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.

Bourbon Street
Canal Street showing signage

Canal Street

4/5(72 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.

Canal Street
Port of New Orleans

Port of New Orleans

4/5(38 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the great live music and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.

Port of New Orleans
Caesars Superdome

Caesars Superdome

4/5(14 reviews)

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.

Caesars Superdome
National World War II Museum showing aircraft and interior views

National World War II Museum

4.5/5(17 reviews)

World War II is brought to life at America's premier war repository.

National World War II Museum
Tulane University

Tulane University

4/5(6 reviews)

Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.

Tulane University

Activities

Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise

Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

NZ$97
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Haunted House Tour

New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Haunted House Tour

NZ$62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Haunted House Tour
steamboat Natchez on river in New Orleans

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

NZ$72
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
alligators in New Orleans

Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans

NZ$108
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans: Cocktails & Brunch Crawl in the French Quarter

New Orleans: Food Tour with Seafood Boil in French Quarter

NZ$158
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Food Tour with Seafood Boil in French Quarter
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

NZ$93
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access
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