Central City Travel Guide
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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 great live music in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
National World War II Museum
Personal accounts, films and artifacts provide a thorough and informative look at World War II.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Things to do
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
Top hotels in Central City
Maison St Charles
Courteous staff and convenient parking.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Nice place to stay. Close to everything.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The staff was so friendly and very helpful from beginning to end. The location was amazing it was right around the corner from Bourbon Street and a ton of restaurants and shopping. 10/10 definitely recommend and will be staying again!!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Staff was wonderful
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
Great location
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Westin New Orleans
Amazing location, ambiance and decor. I will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Faubourg Lafayette
When in Faubourg Lafayette and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or National World War II Museum 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.
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.
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.
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.
Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like National World War II Museum or Lafayette Cemetery and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople Stop.
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 The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk 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.
