Freret Travel Guide
New Orleans
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
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
Top hotels in Freret
Alder Hotel Uptown New Orleans
Clean. Convenient. Well lit parking
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Nice place to stay. Close to everything.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The staff was so friendly and very helpful from beginning to end. The location was amazing it was right around the corner from Bourbon Street and a ton of restaurants and shopping. 10/10 definitely recommend and will be staying again!!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Staff was wonderful
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
The staff here are amazing.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
The Westin New Orleans
Amazing location, ambiance and decor. I will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Freret
Uptown Historic District
Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in Uptown Historic District. Top attractions like Audubon Zoo and Magazine Street 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.
Audubon
While you're in Audubon, take in top sights like Audubon Zoo or Yulman Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Exposition Stop or Saint Charles at Calhoun Stop.
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Yulman Stadium or Audubon Zoo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Tulane/Loyola Stop or St. Charles at Tulane University 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.
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.
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.
