New Orleans Central Business District Travel Guide

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A busy urban street with a Walgreens store, a vintage theater, and various shops.
A busy urban street lined with palm trees and historic buildings, including a prominent hotel.
A red trolley on tracks, palm trees, and buildings with signs like "Mr. Goldman" and "New York".
A street with a historic building, palm trees, and a Marriott hotel.
A red tram with 'NONSTOP LONDON' and '2001' on it, passing by a street with buildings and a 'Bourbon' street sign.

Stay near popular New Orleans Central Business District attractions

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

Canal Street

8.6/10 (32,488 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

NZ$73
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation

NZ$53
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
Airboat turning on creek in New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

NZ$109
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Picture 11 for Activity New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

NZ$55
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

NZ$59
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
ariel view of paddle boat on river in New Orleans

Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise

NZ$79
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
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Our pick of the best New Orleans Central Business District Hotel Deals

New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$365 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$365
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
New Orleans Marriott
The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans

4.5 out of 5
100 Iberville Street New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$468 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
NZ$468
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,134 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay immensely. The staff was very kind and helpful. The guest services was especially helpful"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

The Westin New Orleans
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery

The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery

4 out of 5
535 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$213 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$213
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel

Sheraton New Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
500 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$316 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$316
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

4 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$201 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
NZ$201
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (6,171 reviews)
"What I like about my stay was the location .... Amazing ,bourbon street is around the corner ..surrounded by some of the best restaurants ....uber rides are affordable ,however what I didn't like about my stay was the rooms I stayed in the Alexa tower which supposedly the newer tower did NOT seem ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$234 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$234
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,424 reviews)
"The building and rooms were very well maintained. The staff was excellent and very helpful. 5* The bathroom...the bathroom was too small for larger people. The bathroom equals 2*"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
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Our guide on where to stay in New Orleans Central Business District

Find the best New Orleans Central Business District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a red facade and ornate balcony railings.

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.

The entrance to the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, featuring a large metal sculpture and the museum's signage.

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 Riverwalk Outlets 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 street with a trolley, a blue car, and historic buildings.

Garden District

Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Magazine Street or Lafayette Cemetery 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 Magazine Street.

A horse-drawn carriage with a sign for Roman Chewing Candy.

Uptown Historic District

Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in Uptown Historic District. Top attractions like Audubon Zoo and Magazine Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at St. Charles at Jefferson Stop or St. Charles at Valmont Stop to see more of the city.

New Orleans Central Business District Travel Guide

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