Freret Travel Guide
New Orleans
Popular places to visit
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
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.
Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene and great live music in this walkable area.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, a top convention centre in New Orleans. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable 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.
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
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in Freret
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Great location, right in the middle of the French quarters with easy access to the trolley and cab service. No refrigerator or microwave in the room and maids did not have refills for coffee and creamers. Outdoor pool outside on the third floor roof, pool needed up keep as water was cloudy and cold. ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
Never ate breakfast the didn't offer free breakfast
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
New Orleans Marriott
The hotel was beautiful and very accommodating. The staff was very pleasant and helpful. I will plan to stay there again real soon.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
This was an amazing stay. Walls are paper thin so you can hear the people in the room next to you. But other than that I have no complaints at all. The staff was super friendly and the valet attendants were amazing. The security were also super friendly. 9.85/10!!! Highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
French Market Inn
Our stay was relaxed, comfortable, and quiet. We were a bit concerned about being so close to all the action of french quarter fest. turns out We couldn't have picked a better place for a walking vacation.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Bathroom faucet didn’t work well. Overall, old building was maintained very well and the stuff were very nice.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Freret
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.
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Audubon Zoo or Magazine Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Tulane/Loyola Stop or St. Charles at Tulane University Stop.
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.
Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Smoothie King Center or National World War II Museum 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 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.
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.
