New Orleans Central Business District Travel Guide

New Orleans

A busy urban street with a Walgreens store, a vintage theater, and various shops.
A busy urban street lined with palm trees and historic buildings, including a prominent hotel.
A red trolley on tracks, palm trees, and buildings with signs like "Mr. Goldman" and "New York".
A street with a historic building, palm trees, and a Marriott hotel.
A red tram with 'NONSTOP LONDON' and '2001' on it, passing by a street with buildings and a 'Bourbon' street sign.

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A red trolley on tracks, palm trees, and buildings with signs like "Mr. Goldman" and "New York".

Canal Street

8.6/10 (32,488 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise

Rp1.077.960
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
Airboat turning on creek in New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

Rp1.167.790
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Rp781.521
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Hop On Hop Off New Orleans

City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras

Rp859.493
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation

Rp565.929
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

Rp2.118.191
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans
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Top hotels in New Orleans Central Business District

The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery

The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery

4 out of 5
535 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans LA
The price is Rp1.249.544 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
Rp1.249.544
Rp1.865.917 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
Hyatt Regency New Orleans

Hyatt Regency New Orleans

4 out of 5
601 Loyola Avenue New Orleans LA
The price is Rp2.378.191 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
Rp2.378.191
Rp3.485.304 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is Rp1.888.640 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp1.888.640
Rp2.900.151 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
New Orleans Marriott
The Jung Hotel and Residences

The Jung Hotel and Residences

4 out of 5
1500 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is Rp1.501.923 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp1.501.923
Rp1.782.918 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,897 reviews)
"Receptionist was super rude, really bad attitude , we rented 3 rooms and 2 of them didn’t have hand soap , when we asked for it she got upset and roll her eyes (I don’t even know how with those huge fake lashes ) , she was playing Xbox and got upset because I was the last guest and didn’t get there ..."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

The Jung Hotel and Residences
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St New Orleans LA
The price is Rp1.582.099 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
Rp1.582.099
Rp2.428.827 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,409 reviews)
"Great place, no breakfast but IHOP not far you could walk to it. Only downside was the restaurant next door (not sure they are together even with discount or if they are just nice to offer to guest) as you get 15 dollars off meal but when they see the coupon the waitress/waiter would take off the ..."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG

InterContinental New Orleans by IHG

4 out of 5
444 St Charles Ave New Orleans Louisiana New Orleans LA
The price is Rp2.142.880 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
Rp2.142.880
Rp2.554.203 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
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Where to stay in New Orleans Central Business District

Find the best New Orleans Central Business District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a red facade and ornate balcony railings.

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.

The entrance to the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, featuring a large metal sculpture and the museum's signage.

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 Riverwalk Marketplace Shopping Center 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.

A street with a trolley, a blue car, and historic buildings.

Garden District

Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Magazine Street or Lafayette Cemetery while you're exploring the area.

A large white building with columns and a balcony, surrounded by a black wrought iron fence and trees.
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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 Magazine Street.

A horse-drawn carriage with a sign for Roman Chewing Candy.

Uptown Historic District

Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in Uptown Historic District. Top attractions like Prytania Theatre and Audubon Zoo 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.

New Orleans Central Business District Travel Guide