Central City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central City
Popular places to visit
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
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 great live music 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 renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene and great live music in this walkable area.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, a top convention centre in New Orleans. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable area.
Activities
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Our pick of the best Central City Hotel Deals
Maison St Charles
It was a nice stay, but our room didn’t look like the pictures we saw online. Overall it was nice.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Camelback Guest House
Our host was friendly and helpful. The space was colourful and clean. It was walking distance to Magazine Street, and a streetcar stop, with awesome parking option right across the street. Laundry facilities were a nice bonus for our group, especially after a muddy airboat tour! Highly recommend ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Very kind, accommodating staff. Upgraded my room without asking. Allowed me early check-in upon arrival. Right at the end of Bourbon Street which was perfect for walking the city. I would stay here again!
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Loved it
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
Location can’t be beat. Check in was smooth. Hotel is beautiful and historic. Room was recently renovated and felt brand new. Nice touches throughout including lighting, built-in cabinets, and a great bathroom with excellent water pressure. Will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Great stay. Air conditioning unit was in sitting area so the kids on pull out froze to death in order to keep our side room cool. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central 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.
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 Bourbon Street, 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.
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.
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.
