New Orleans Central Business District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Canal Street
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.
Caesars New Orleans Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Caesars New Orleans Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in New Orleans? Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Smoothie King Center
Catch an event at Smoothie King Center during your trip to New Orleans. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Lafayette Square
After visiting Lafayette Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Orleans. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
New Orleans City Hall
New Orleans City Hall is just one of the places to see in New Orleans, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire 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
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in New Orleans Central Business District
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Very convenient location for those wanting to be near Bourbon Street. Room was just enough for what we needed. Check in and check out were by very easy.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
I loved every bit of my stay!! I will always make this my hotel of choice when I visit NOLA!! This resort is close to everything and we loved that! Hotel was beautiful too!!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Bed was very comfortable. Our bar tender was wonderful. Parking is valet.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
I stayed for five nights, but only had housekeeping services once. I understand that they only clean every other day, but that meant at least two days of clean towels and changed trash. Not for me! Plus about a block in every direction from this hotel felt a little sketchy…there are hundreds of hotels ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Staff was excellent. The first rooms I had were musty but we were able to switch rooms with no issue. The new rooms were much better.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Room was not serviced any day
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around New Orleans Central Business District
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 The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Louisiana Museum of African American History and Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.
