New Orleans Central Business District 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.
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 renowned jazz scene 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.
Smoothie King Center
Catch an event at Smoothie King Center during your trip to New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Lafayette Square
After visiting Lafayette Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Orleans. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable area.
Audubon Insectarium
Fascinating insects creep, crawl and flutter all around the extensive displays at this living museum, which promises a magical day out for adults and kids alike.
Things to do
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Top hotels in New Orleans Central Business District
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
"The front desk personnel are great, and the hotel is fine, but has a large, busy entrance with no real security (at least during the evening when I stayed there). I had an unpleasant encounter with a strange non-guest, who was loitering in the lobby and approached me with personal questions while ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
"I had a very good experience. You know there’s always gonna be that one person or two but I would 100% go back. Good AC, clean rooms, awesome staff. Make sure to have money on ur card for an incidental fee tho. I wasn’t aware of that but that have u put a card on file for incidentals and for me they ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
"Valet parking which seems to be your only option is, in my opinion very expensive, $50. Other than that the place is great"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
"Good stay"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"Clean room and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
"Wonderful hotel with wonderful amenities"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in New Orleans Central Business 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.
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 Outlets 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 Magazine Street 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.
Uptown Historic District
Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in Uptown Historic District. Top attractions like Prytania Theatre and Audubon Zoo 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.
