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 Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
Top hotels in New Orleans Central Business District
New Orleans Marriott
Clean, well appointed, comfortable room. Nice staff
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
This hotel is right in the middle of everything. It's two blocks from bourbon street; it's on the parade path; and a few blocks from the casino. The room is large and the staff was great!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Clean and good location
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Jung Hotel and Residences
Nice location and very quiet
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Everything was great
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
The room was great and very clean. The staff was super friendly and so helpful with any and all questions we had. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 14 Feb 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 National World War II Museum and Ogden Museum of Southern Art 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 National World War II Museum or Smoothie King Center 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 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.
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.
