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 acclaimed art galleries 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.
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 acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Immaculate Conception Church
Immaculate Conception Church is just one of the places to see in New Orleans, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Top hotels in New Orleans Central Business District
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
The room was lovely in all respects except for sound insulation. You could hear people talking in the hallways and music from outside the hotel across the street. This noise level interfered with my sleep.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Staff was fantastic.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Great location and parking was perfect
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Virgin Hotels New Orleans
This was an outstanding hotel. Room large and well equipped. All staff friendly and welcoming. Well located, just a block from street car.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
The bad poorly made and the water not provided in the room until two calls to the stuff.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Hot water was lacking, so if you like cold morning showers you'll be right at home. $57/day for valet is nonsense. $25 dollars to rent a movie I should be able to access from my netflix account is absurd. Charges to my bill b/c a sensor in the room was triggered when a beverage or snack from the ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around New Orleans Central Business District
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 The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk 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.
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.
Faubourg Lafayette
When in Faubourg Lafayette and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like National World War II Museum or Smoothie King Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St. Charles at Melpomene Stop or Saint Charles at Martin Luther King Jr. 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.
Central City
Consider a visit to Mckenna Museum of African American Art 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.
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.
