Freret Travel Guide
New Orleans
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 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 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.
Top hotels in Freret
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The staff was courteous and helpful and security was top notch
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
Loved the original feel of the hotel: It hasn't been overly renovated and still retains its New Orleans flavor.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
room was clean and the bed was comfy
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
They put us in a handicapped room that did not have a show head you could stand under. No refrigerator. Room was extremely basic, and rooms are NOT soundproof (heard everyone who walked by, and we were by the elevator).
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Shower water took a long time to get warm some days. Loved the decor, room and lobby were spacious, walking distance to everything, wish we had a balcony
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
Hotel was nice great location and staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Freret
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 Zoo and Magazine Street 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.
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Audubon Zoo or Magazine Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Tulane/Loyola Stop or St. Charles at Tulane University Stop.
Audubon
While you're in Audubon, take in top sights like Audubon Zoo or Magazine Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Exposition Stop or Saint Charles at Calhoun Stop.
Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Smoothie King Center or National World War II Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople 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.
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.
