Mid-City 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 Mid-City

Midtown Hotel - Downtown New Orleans
Room clean need new towels..
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Hotel was ok. Clean overall. Just old.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

The Westin New Orleans
The service from the valet to the front desk and the bar was exceptional. I really appreciate the option for a 2 p.m. late check out time. Most hotels only extend you for an hour. When I did voice a concern the hotel manager was very accommodating and addressed it right away. When I return to NO, ...
Reviewed on 10 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

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
Breakfast was OK. I wouldn’t say it’s gourmet.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mid-City

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.

Tulane - Gravier
When in Tulane - Gravier and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canal Street or Caesars Superdome and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at Galvez Stop or Canal at Tonti Stop.

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.

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.

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.

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.
