Mid-City District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A water feature with a bridge, trees, and a clear sky.
Mid-City District
A detailed stone relief sculpture of a group of people in historical attire.
Mid-City District
A cemetery with white headstones and crosses, a well-maintained lawn, and a statue on the right.

Stay near popular Mid-City District attractions

A brightly lit street corner at dusk with a vintage building featuring a clock and a storefront with a sign for 'Beat Magazine'.

Frenchmen Street

9.0/5 (4,814 reviews)
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.
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Activities

New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

NZ$60
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

NZ$60
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Airboat turning on creek in New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

NZ$111
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Swamp Tour by Tour Boat in New Orleans

Manchac Swamp & Bayou Tour by Boat

NZ$59
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Manchac Swamp & Bayou Tour by Boat
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour

NZ$43
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

NZ$74
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
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Our pick of the best Mid-City District Hotel Deals

Best Western Plus French Quarter Courtyard Hotel

Best Western Plus French Quarter Courtyard Hotel

2.5 out of 5
920 N Rampart St New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$220 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$220
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,107 reviews)
"Todo perfecto"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Best Western Plus French Quarter Courtyard Hotel
Midtown Hotel - Downtown New Orleans

Midtown Hotel - Downtown New Orleans

2.5 out of 5
3900 Tulane Ave New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$95 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$95
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.2/10 (1,005 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Midtown Hotel - Downtown New Orleans
New Orleans Courtyard Hotel and Suites by the French Quarter

New Orleans Courtyard Hotel and Suites by the French Quarter

3 out of 5
1101 N Rampart Street New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$171 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$171
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (562 reviews)
"Good location. Nice pool area. Spacious rooms and quiet atmosphere. Comfortable and cute. Clean. Some construction made areas inaccessible."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

New Orleans Courtyard Hotel and Suites by the French Quarter
Rathbone Mansions

Rathbone Mansions

3 out of 5
1244 Esplanade Ave New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$164 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$164
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (599 reviews)
"Architecturally Beautiful property! Wonderfully secluded relaxing pool and hot tub area! Large comfortable beds, amazing bathroom renovations, and real antique wood floor. I would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Rathbone Mansions
The Brakeman Hotel

The Brakeman Hotel

2.5 out of 5
501 Basin Street New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$186 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$186
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (312 reviews)
"We will be back!"

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

The Brakeman Hotel
India House Backpackers Hostel

India House Backpackers Hostel

2 out of 5
124 S Lopez St New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$114 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$114
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Caesars Superdome and Smoothie King ...
India House Backpackers Hostel
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Our guide on where to stay in Mid-City District

Find the best Mid-City District areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

A red trolley on tracks, palm trees, and buildings with signs like "Mr. Goldman" and "New York".

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.

A green trolley with 'St. Charles' and 'Party Car' signs, moving on tracks.
Photo by Jenna Lee
Open Photo by Jenna Lee

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 Ogden Museum of Southern Art 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.

A building with red shutters and a white door, surrounded by blooming pink and white flowers.
Photo by New Orleans CVB / Chris Granger
Open Photo by New Orleans CVB / Chris Granger

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.

A river with a bridge, a city skyline, and a sunset.

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.

Mid-City District Travel Guide

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