Mid-City Travel Guide
New Orleans

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.

Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.

Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene 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 great live music 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 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

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

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Top hotels in Mid-City

Midtown Hotel - Downtown New Orleans
Room clean need new towels..
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The hotel was great. Bourbon st. And all the french quarter are right there. We didnt have to drive anywhere, its all within walking distance. They also helped us book trips to the plantations, city tour, and cruise on the Mississippi. The bed was very comfortable and the room was clean. Could have ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Everything was fine-staff excellent in hospitality - the hotel is ok-definitely paying for the convenience and location- property is “well worn “
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

The Westin New Orleans
Staff was very good, especially house keeping. Every little detail was maticulous in my room. Best house keeping I've ever experienced. Lots of shopping and restaurants downstairs. There is even a tsa-pre office (which I used). The only thing that was a little shaky was self parking. It is really ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Perfect location with lots of history for a visit to New Orleans. Everything you want is within walking distance. Very comfortable rooms! Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Great location if you want to be near every thing without being in the party areas. Having a kitchen is a plus
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mid-City

Mid-City District
If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Degas House Historic Home Courtyard and Inn or Fair Grounds Race Course and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo 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.

Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Louisiana Museum of African American History and Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.

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 Bourbon Street, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street 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.

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.
