Gentilly 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.
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
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Top hotels in Gentilly
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Hotel was ok. Clean overall. Just old.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Property was great and right in the middle of everything. Parking was valet
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Great Buffet Breakfast, full buffet, clean and everything was delicious.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Located perfectly, plenty of things to do within walking distance yet away from the night street noise.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Very good location.Frendly staff.Clean.Higttly recommendation
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
Good location, friendly staff. Only issue was the ceiling in the shower. The plaster was bubbled, thick and chipping
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gentilly
Faubourg Marigny
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. You can visit top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs, and jump on the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Bywater
Live music, bars and historical sites are some highlights of Bywater. Make a stop by Decatur Street or Mississippi River while you're exploring.
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.
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.
Mid-City
Appreciated for its gardens and live music, you might consider exploring Mid-City. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dreux Monument, and jump on the metro at Canal at Lopez Stop or Canal at Jeff Davis Stop to get around the city.
