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 fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Mercedes-Benz Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene 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
Enjoy the student vibe around Tulane University, a top university in New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this walkable area.
Things to do
New Orleans Garden District Walking Tour Including Lafayette Cemetery No. 1
Guided Distillery Tour & Rum Tasting
Walking Tour in New Orleans Garden District
New Orleans Garden District and Cemetery Bike Tour
New Orleans French Quarter & Cemetery Bike Tour
Top hotels in Central City
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Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Garden District
Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or New Orleans Fire Museum Fire Station while you're exploring the area.
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 Mercedes-Benz Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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 Confederate Memorial Hall Museum 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.
Irish Channel
If you're spending some time in Irish Channel, Magazine Street and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
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 Park 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.
- Mckenna Museum of African American Art
- Bourbon Street
- Canal Street
- Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
- National World War II Museum
- Tulane University
- Julia Street Cruise Terminal
- Jackson Square
- Audubon Aquarium
- Mississippi River
- City Park
- Audubon Zoo
- Loyola University New Orleans
- Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans