Central City Travel Guide
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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.
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 acclaimed art galleries 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 renowned jazz scene 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 great live music in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Central City
Maison St Charles
Security during Mardi Gras was my top concern, and this hotel made sure all entries including both parking lots were secured. The location was convenient, walking to French quarter was doable when street cars don’t run (due to parades). Plenty of great restaurants around. The room was modern and ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
New Orleans Marriott
Mardi Gras 2026 - Shout out to Ms. Dawn who delivered food with a smile on her face even though she was the only person running food for 3 early hours before others could get into work. Club breakfast and Happy Hour were excellent! Staff is gracious, drinks were great, food was good. Stay in the ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
It was a great location for Mardi Gras , and the staff was very friendly. However, the AC did not work very well. There are also blue lights shining from it all night, and we were concerned there was an electrical issue, but the the tech assured us this was normal…. Also, the bathroom was very small ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The Bourbon hotel was fabulous…classic and historic yet totally updated. The pool was great as well. The location was fantastic. We were right in the middle of the French Quarter but it was nice and quiet inside. Can’t wait to return.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Nice staff and location great
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
Dirty hotel room and damaged furniture.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central 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.
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 Bourbon Street, 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 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.
Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like National World War II Museum or Lafayette Cemetery and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople Stop.
