Uptown Historic District Travel Guide
New Orleans
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Popular places to visit
Magazine Street
You can find out about the history of New Orleans with a stop at Magazine Street. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Evans Playground
Explore the great outdoors at Evans Playground, a lovely green space in New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Berta’s & Mina’s Antiquities
You can browse the exhibits at Berta’s & Mina’s Antiquities, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Prytania Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Prytania Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene and great live music in this walkable area.
Lawrence Square
After visiting Lawrence Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene and great live music in this walkable area.
Danneel Playground
Danneel Playground 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 Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Jean Lafitte Swamp & Bayou Boat Tour from New Orleans
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Top hotels in Uptown Historic District
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
"Great"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"Very nice a short walk to the French Market"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
"Great location near trolly stop and Bourbon Street."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
"The room was clean and cool. The staff were great! I had a issue with noisy guests in the hall late at night and the staff were attentive when brought to their attention. All in all i had a pleasant stay."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hotel Mazarin
"The room was clean, parking was valet and easy, location was right in the middle of everything."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Uptown Historic District
- French Quarter
- New Orleans Central Business District
- Arts/Warehouse District
- Garden District
- Lower Garden District
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
