Black Pearl Travel Guide
New Orleans
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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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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 acclaimed art galleries 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

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

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

Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Top hotels in Black Pearl

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
No hot water
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
Clean room Staff not very friendly or helpful Room cleaning staff just couldn't quite remember to restock coffee or cups. Bed was a bit broke down with no mattress pad. Sheet wouldn't stay on corners. That being said the location was great easy to come an go.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
Good
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Everything was great! Five star
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
The staff were all friendly and courteous. The room was very comfortable although as I am 6'3" tall, the bathroom was very cramped! I had to leave the bathroom to change my mind. The restaurant attached to the hotel was very good and I took advantage of the credit vouchers I received to enjoy a wonderful ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
This was an awful stay. I called upon arrival in the room to report a CLOGGED shower drain and a broken phone. I was told Engineering would visit to resolve. The next morning I went IN PERSON to report this issue because no one had came. I was assured it would be fixed. It was NOT. I showered for ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Black Pearl

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.
