Central City Travel Guide

New Orleans

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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

Tourist watching tour guide feed alligators from side of tour boat in New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Swamp Tour

฿1,148
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Guided Louisiana Swamp Tour
Hop On Hop Off New Orleans

City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras

฿1,455
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

฿3,867
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour

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

฿787
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise

฿1,968
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

฿1,427
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
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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 ฿2,738 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,738
฿3,251 total
21 Sept - 22 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! (956 reviews)
"It was a great stay. Staff was excellent! They need to warn people that it’s supposed to be haunted. I personally wouldn’t have book there if I knew that! Everything is was excellent! Staff goes above and beyond!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Maison St Charles
Club Wyndham Avenue Plaza

Club Wyndham Avenue Plaza

3 out of 5
2111 Saint Charles Ave New Orleans LA
Stay at this aparthotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (709 reviews)
"Great location a streetcar ride away from bourbon st. The hotel was clean and the pool was relaxing. The service is outstanding. Check-in smooth and I also enjoyed the coffee in the room."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

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Club Wyndham Avenue Plaza
Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St. New Orleans LA
The price is ฿4,748 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿4,748
฿6,583 total
14 Sept - 15 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! (4,182 reviews)
"Very clean and close to everything. Definitely check out the haunted experiences book in the lobby."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is ฿3,437 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,437
฿5,278 total
20 Sept - 21 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! (1,968 reviews)
"I always enjoy my stay, 10/10"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

New Orleans Marriott
The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans

4.5 out of 5
100 Iberville Street New Orleans LA
The price is ฿5,622 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿5,622
฿7,812 total
20 Sept - 21 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,115 reviews)
"Great stay!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

The Westin New Orleans
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel

Sheraton New Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
500 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is ฿4,131 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,131
฿5,904 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,699 reviews)
"Location was perfect for the sight seeing and number of restaurants available. The lobby and bar were great for unwinding after a day of walking in the city. I especially appreciated how helpful all the staff were and how friendly they were. I will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

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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 Bourbon Street, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.

The entrance to the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, featuring a large metal sculpture and the museum's signage.

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 large, historic building with a red-tiled roof and white columns, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved walkway.

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 National World War II Museum.

Central City Travel Guide