Central City Travel Guide

New Orleans

A historic cathedral with multiple spires, surrounded by well-lit gardens and a central fountain.
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a modern hotel with a rooftop pool.
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Stay near popular Central City attractions

House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum

You can browse the exhibits at House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

฿1,440
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour

New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour

฿794
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Airboat turning on creek in New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

฿2,151
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Audubon Aquarium & Insectarium Ticket

Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium Ticket

฿1,415
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium Ticket
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation

฿1,158
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
Go City: New Orleans All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum

฿2,780
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
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Top hotels in Central City

Maison St Charles

Maison St Charles

3 out of 5
1319 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans LA
The price is ฿2,078 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿2,078
฿2,474 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very good! (942 reviews)
"Property/rooms were very cool and have potential, but just seemed a little under maintained. We had to change rooms half way through our visit due to a leak in the ceiling, and then our next room the sink and shower drained very slowly. But overall I guess for the price it was an okay stay."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Maison St Charles
Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St. New Orleans LA
The price is ฿3,608 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿3,608
฿5,247 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,164 reviews)
"This was a perfect location to immerse yourself in the French Quarter. We looked forward to the pool courtyard everyday. Lei at check-in desk was THE BEST! I travel a lot and rarely get friendly service like hers. A definite asset to the hotel and my stay!!"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans

4.5 out of 5
100 Iberville Street New Orleans LA
The price is ฿3,546 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿3,546
฿5,375 total
8 Sept - 9 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 ...
The Westin New Orleans
New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is ฿3,212 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿3,212
฿5,015 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,958 reviews)
"I was there for a conference. I truly appreciated that the meeting rooms were ensconced within the floors of the hotel itself and not a separate convention meeting space away from the hotel."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

New Orleans Marriott
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG

Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG

3.5 out of 5
301 Dauphine St New Orleans LA
The price is ฿2,781 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿2,781
฿5,240 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
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 ฿2,960 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿2,960
฿3,511 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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
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Where to stay in Central City

Find the best Central City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 red trolley on tracks, palm trees, and buildings with signs like "Mr. Goldman" and "New York".

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 Caesars Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street 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 Contemporary Arts Center and National World War II Museum 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 Magazine Street or Lafayette Cemetery while you're exploring the area.

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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.

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