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.
Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music 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.
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 top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Activities
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
Our pick of the best Central City Hotel Deals
Maison St Charles
Great Spot
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Great stay as always. This was our 3rd time staying here and we will keep coming back. Location is perfect. Hotel is clean, quiet & the service from staff is exceptional.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Hotel was in a great location. Staff was friendly and we felt very safe with security around 24/7
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
The staff was super friendly and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable, and quiet. The restaurant was yummy.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Staff were excellent.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
New Orleans Marriott
Clean room. Thermostat easy to use. TV remote needs some work.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 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.
Tulane - Gravier
When in Tulane - Gravier and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or Canal Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at Galvez Stop or Canal at Tonti Stop.
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.
