Uptown and Carrollton District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Uptown and Carrollton District
Popular places to visit
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Loyola University New Orleans
Explore the campus of Loyola University New Orleans during your travels in New Orleans. Experience the great live music and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Audubon Zoo
From giant anteaters and alligator-filled swamps to free-roaming goats, this city centre zoo has plenty to see.
Audubon Park
Bask in a beautiful and historic green space that is also home to several major attractions, including a zoo, a golf course and stables.
Tulane Stadium
Explore the great outdoors at Tulane Stadium, a lovely green space in New Orleans. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries 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
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Our pick of the best Uptown and Carrollton District Hotel Deals
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Outdoor pool was very refreshing consider the heat and humidity in New Orleans. Lobby is very elegant. Room was spacious, clean & bright. Everyone we came in contact with was very helpful. One of the best hotels we have ever stayed at.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
It’s an ok hotel if you are only staying for one night. The room was cleaned however, the hallway to the rooms were not.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Did not get balance of deposit refunded. Car was damaged by valet, they did not have a parking tower. Reached out to valet with photos of damage valet still has not addressed issue.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
We stayed at Hotel Monteleone to celebrate our 10 year anniversary and everything was outstanding! From the above and beyond service and friendliness of the staff, to the cleanliness, charm, and quality of the rooms, and the unique (Carousel Bar) and luxurious (rooftop pool) amenities, we were absolutely ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
New Orleans Marriott
Old dirty and noisy. Never again
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown and Carrollton District
Audubon
While you're in Audubon, take in top sights like Audubon Zoo or Magazine Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Exposition Stop or Saint Charles at Calhoun Stop.
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.
Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like National World War II Museum or Lafayette Cemetery and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople Stop.
Central City
Consider a visit to Mckenna Museum of African American Art 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.
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.
Faubourg Lafayette
When in Faubourg Lafayette and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like National World War II Museum or Caesars Superdome and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St. Charles at Melpomene Stop or Saint Charles at Martin Luther King Jr. Stop.
