Gentilly Woods Travel Guide
New Orleans
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this walkable area.
National World War II Museum
A rare collection of artefacts, memorabilia and documents piece together the story of America’s involvement in the Second World War.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Gentilly Woods
The Westin New Orleans
Friendly staff, comfortable and quiet room, beautiful view!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
New Orleans Marriott
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Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Very clean and spacious room. Excellent location. Its in the middle of the action. If you drive, you have to park right in front of the hotel door on a very crowded and busy street then wait for the valet driver to give you your ticket.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Clean, friendly staff and great lication
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The bartender was amazing
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
This hotel was in the most perfect location! The food was amazing and honestly probably one of the best burgers i have had in a long time....no joke :)
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gentilly Woods
Bywater
Live music, bars and historical sites are some highlights of Bywater. Make a stop by Decatur Street or Mississippi River while you're exploring.
Faubourg Marigny
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. You can visit top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs, and jump on the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and Louisiana Museum of African American History.
Mid-City District
If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Fair Grounds Race Course or Mahalia Jackson Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.
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.
New Orleans East Area
New Orleans East Area is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Pontchartrain and Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge.
