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
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Top hotels in Central City
Maison St Charles
Courteous staff and convenient parking.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Great location.. And the hotel staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
You’re right in the heart of everything with a knowledgeable concierge and accommodating staff
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Great hotel, breakfast service was a little slow and a long wait. Staff was super friendly. Will stay here again
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Very clean
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
New Orleans Marriott
The room was clean, but the guests were somewhat noisy. Staff is always great, polite and professional.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 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.
Tulane - Gravier
When in Tulane - Gravier and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or Canal Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at Galvez Stop or Canal at Tonti Stop.
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.
