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$77
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$62
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$115
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$45
per adult
96% 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$62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
New Orleans: Swamp Zipline Tour

New Orleans: Swamp Zipline Tour

NZ$157
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Swamp Zipline Tour
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Our pick of the best New Orleans Central Business District Hotel Deals

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$181 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$181
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (6,060 reviews)
"Hotel was very convenient and very secured. Really enjoyed the stay."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG

InterContinental New Orleans by IHG

4 out of 5
444 St Charles Ave New Orleans Louisiana New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$190 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$190
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$271 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$271
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,971 reviews)
"Front office staff was able to help us with a mishap in days. We arrived a day later due to delays, but called and they were able to check us in a day earlier so our hotel room was available the next morning and we didn’t have to wait. Then my roommate hurt their leg and needed a room closer to the ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

New Orleans Marriott
DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans

DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans

4 out of 5
300 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$198 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$198
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,838 reviews)
"Everything was Great! Parking was just to expensive... but better safe than sorry! Will use for All of my New Orleans stays:)"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

5 out of 5
130 Roosevelt Way New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$329 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$329
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans

4.5 out of 5
100 Iberville Street New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$264 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$264
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
The Westin New Orleans
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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.

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 Riverwalk Marketplace Shopping Center 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 New Orleans Fire Department Museum and Educational Center 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.

A trolley on a street with buildings and parked cars.

Central City

Consider a visit to House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Central City. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at St. Charles at Felicity Stop or St. Charles at Euterpe Stop.

New Orleans Central Business District Travel Guide

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