Mid-City District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mid-City District
Popular places to visit
Frenchmen Street
You can find out about the history of New Orleans with a trip to Frenchmen Street. Take in the great live music in this walkable area.
Fair Grounds Race Course
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Fair Grounds Race Course during your visit to New Orleans? Discover the lively bars and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Louis Armstrong Park
After visiting Louis Armstrong Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Saint Louis Cemetery #2
Step back in time and learn more about local history with a stop at Saint Louis Cemetery #2 in New Orleans. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Congo Square
Find out about the history of New Orleans when you take a trip to Congo Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Saint Augustine Church
After visiting Saint Augustine Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and renowned jazz scene 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
Manchac Swamp & Bayou Tour by Boat
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Our pick of the best Mid-City District Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus French Quarter Courtyard Hotel
Good breakfast choices, helpful staff, good location.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Midtown Hotel - Downtown New Orleans
Hotel was a place to sleep bed was very comfy. Staff was super friendly. Parking lot felt safe. Room was clean but not in the best conditions the door frame was partly missing and we could see daylight through the cracks. Very close the bus station just 1 block away. I would probably stay at this ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
New Orleans Courtyard Hotel and Suites by the French Quarter
Needs a small hutch with fridge. Trying to keep drinks cold with just ice was hard. Also a small shelf or cabinet in bathroom would allow toiletries to be put in there.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Rathbone Mansions
5 stars. Will be coming back!
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
French Quarter Suites Hotel
Was very clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
The Brakeman Hotel
We were in the Deluxe King room and had an insane view of the St. Louis cemetary next door. Beautiful, roomy room and comfortable bed. I loved being just on the border of the French Quarter so we could walk there within minutes without actually staying in it. If I am ever in New Orleans again, I ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mid-City District
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.
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.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture & History.
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.
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.
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.
