Central City 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.
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.
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 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.
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 Central City
Maison St Charles
Great stay just can hear absolutely everything when no sound in the room.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
BED BUGS!!!!! Run!!!!! They refuse to give me a refund also! Absolutely horrible property.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Absolutely wonderful. Staff was excellent. The room was clean and comfortable. No issues. Highly recommended. Will stay again in the future.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Beautiful views, comfortable room, lovely restaurant
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The stay was very relaxing. The hotel was clean and beautiful, the staff very helpfull. We were right at Bourbon St, making everything in the French Quarter easy walking access. The pool area was quite amd clean, with comfortable seating. The one issue we did have. Anyone we had talked to onnthe ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
The hotel was lovely, my room was spacious and very clean! The breakfast was really good! I came as a solo traveler and the hotel was close to so many things and it was just convenient! The staff were so lovely! David checked me and he was lovely! I’ll definitely will be staying here again when I ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central 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.
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.
Milan
When in Milan 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 Foucher Stop or St. Charles at Lousiana Stop.
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.
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.
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.