Gentilly
New Orleans
Popular places to visit
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 great live music and acclaimed art scene 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.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, a top convention center in New Orleans. Experience the great live music 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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Top hotels in Gentilly
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Budget friendly hotel in a great location. Rooms are a little worn but clean
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Breakfast was good. Staff were friendly. Concierge was helpful when we had need of something. Rooms are spacious but a little worn down (black stains on the corner of the shower, pink stains on the bathroom walls). Bed sheets had some stains on them and our room wasn't cleaned on a cleaning day. ...
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Clean room and all the staff were great!
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
The Westin New Orleans
The concierge, Roxie McCovins is top shelf, very helpful and attentive to all our questions. She really does go above and beyond! Be ready for parking if you drive in, it is an extra $50+ a day to park in the hotel parking structure which to me seemed like they are milking the guests. No help from ...
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
Not bad, but it is fine, the room and the service can be improved a little
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
Great staff, very clean, nice rooms and its perfect location to everything. The restaurant is very very slow. You will wait 20 minutes before you get a cup of water. Food is good but more workers are needed.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gentilly
Faubourg Marigny
Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. Top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs are major draws, and you can catch 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 New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture & History.
Bywater
Live music, bars, and historic sites highlight some of the noteworthy features of Bywater. Make a stop by Decatur Street or Mississippi River while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Mid-City District
While you're in Mid-City District, take in top sights like Degas House Historic Home Courtyard and Inn or Fair Grounds Race Course, and hop on the metro to see more 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.
Mid-City
Appreciated for its gardens and live music, you might consider exploring Mid-City. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dreux Monument, and jump on the metro at Canal at Lopez Stop or Canal at Jeff Davis Stop to get around the city.
