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 renowned jazz scene 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 great live music in this walkable area.
Smoothie King Center
Catch an event at Smoothie King Center during your trip to New Orleans. Experience the acclaimed art galleries 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 renowned jazz scene and fascinating museums 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 acclaimed art galleries 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 New Orleans Central Business District
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
The first night I was there there was yelling and screaming and fighting outside my room. They had to call the police and that was on Saturday, March 1 they said that they were not charging me for the first night which was Saturday night and they said that Expedia has to give me my refund. The staff ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Staff was amazing!! Great room!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
New Orleans Marriott
Hotel was disgusting and had loud construction the entire time. Walked in to brown water all over the floor in the bathroom
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Wonderful stay! Within walking distance of many restaurants. Parking structure across the street.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
Out stay in the " deluxe" room was disappointing.The room had no windows and was not at all like the rooms shown in the hotels advertising.We were also surprised by a $20 per day fee for amenities we didn't request -mainly cheap bottled water and a small outdated fitness room.There was a complete ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
The Jung Hotel and Residences
Staff uncooperative, front desk kept play on the phone when I checked in. Misleading regarding parking and breakfast as both for extra money. Bed was twin while I booked king.I should have two beverages for free, did not happen. Valet parking is terrible, he brought my car toward the end of street, ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 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 Ogden Museum of Southern Art 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.
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 Caesars Superdome or Canal Street 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 Mckenna Museum of African American Art 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 Mahalia Jackson Theater and New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture & History.
