Gentilly Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable 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.
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.
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.
Activities
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Gentilly Hotel Deals
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"The staff was very helpful! Roy in particular. The location was the best! Easy walk to everything in he French Quarter. We will be back!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
"Older property. Pricey restaurants. Beware the minibar and snack bar have pressure sensors that will charge you if something is removed for more than 30-45 seconds. Don't forget anything in the room because you're not getting it back. Left a nice HydroFlask water bottle there that they couldn't find ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
"The hotel itself was not clean. Dusty. Lots of trash laying about. Old and run down."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"Such a great hotel and prime location. Probably best spot in all of the French quarter."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
"Loved our stay!! Everybody was so friendly and it was super close to canal st. We will definitely stay again!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"You can't beat the location - on the edge of the Quarter, across the street from the streat car line, 3 blocks from Bourbon and the St. Charles street car, walkable to the art district. My only rub is that the property charges a "destination fee" which is really a cost that should be reflected in ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gentilly
Faubourg Marigny
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. You can visit top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs, and jump on the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Bywater
Live music, bars and historical sites are some highlights of Bywater. Make a stop by Decatur Street or Mississippi River while you're exploring.
Mid-City District
If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Fair Grounds Race Course or Louisiana Museum of African American History and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.
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.
Mid-City
Appreciated for its gardens and live music, you might consider exploring Mid-City. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dreux Monument, and jump on the metro at Canal at Lopez Stop or Canal at Jeff Davis Stop to get around the city.
