Central City Travel Guide
Tourist 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.

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

Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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

Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Activities

Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
Our pick of the best Central City Hotel Deals

Maison St Charles
Friendly staff and clean.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
Service was great, everything was very clean . Great place to stay
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

New Orleans Marriott
Very clean. Nice lobby for hanging out. Easy walk to French Quarter. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Air conditioner wasn’t working and never got taking care of it
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
Overall it is a good hotel to stay. location is perfect. The room was not so clean.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Great stay
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central City

Faubourg Lafayette
When in Faubourg Lafayette and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or National World War II Museum 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.

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.

New Orleans Central Business District
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Caesars Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.

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 National World War II Museum.

Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like National World War II Museum or Lafayette Cemetery and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople Stop.

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 The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk 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.
Central City Travel Guide
- House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum
- Canal Street
- Bourbon Street
- Caesars Superdome
- Caesars New Orleans Casino
- National World War II Museum
- Smoothie King Center
- Jackson Square
- Café du Monde
- Loyola University New Orleans
- French Market
- Audubon Zoo
- New Orleans Riverwalk Shopping Center







