Central City
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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 fascinating museums and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums 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 renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
New Orleans: The National WWII Museum Ticket
Top hotels in Central City
Maison St Charles
The heating system kept blowing cool air, even when we turned the temperature up as the weather cooled off a lot.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The room was wonderful. The fact that I was staying in a building that was built in 1852 was so amazing. You could tell the walls were original. The room was comfortable. The view of Canal Street was great.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Staff was friendly. Restaurant was nice. Room was ok. No refrigerator, which I would have liked to have one.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
Great service, very accommodating to holding our luggage before and after check-in.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Clean room, very nice staff, perfect location
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Westin New Orleans
Perfect location and close to everything. Room is very clean and spacious. The restaurant serves great food with excellent customer service. The hotel staff was very kind, friendly and helpful. I would stay here again next time I’m in New Orleans.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central City
Faubourg Lafayette
When in Faubourg Lafayette and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or National World War II Museum 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 Magazine Street 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 Caesars 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.
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.
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.
