Federal City Travel Guide
New Orleans
Visit Federal City
Stay near popular Federal City attractions
Things to do
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans
Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium Ticket
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in Federal City
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"Fav place to stay in nola! 3rd n 6th floor is haunted .but the location is worth it !"
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026
Le Richelieu Hotel
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
"On the surface as you enter this hotel looks amazing. The staff were all very friendly and helpful, overall fantastic service. However, once you look at the building and your room a little closer you see this place is in desperate need of maintenance or renovations. The hall carpets are dingy and ..."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026
New Orleans Marriott
Where to stay in Federal City
- French Quarter
- New Orleans Central Business District
- Arts/Warehouse District
- Garden District
- Lower Garden District
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.
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.
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.
Garden District
Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or New Orleans Fire Department Museum and Educational Center while you're exploring the area.
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.
