New Orleans Central Business District
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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.
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 great live music in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.
Smoothie King Center
Catch an event at Smoothie King Center during your trip to New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Lafayette Square
After visiting Lafayette Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Orleans. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable area.
Audubon Insectarium
Fascinating insects creep, crawl and flutter all around the extensive displays at this living museum, which promises a magical day out for adults and kids alike.
Things to do
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Top hotels in New Orleans Central Business District
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
"The front desk personnel are great, and the hotel is fine, but has a large, busy entrance with no real security (at least during the evening when I stayed there). I had an unpleasant encounter with a strange non-guest, who was loitering in the lobby and approached me with personal questions while ..."
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
"Staff were great, very friendly and welcoming. Hotel was ok, older property obviously a lot of maintenance I am sure. Certainly shows signs of age and certain areas in the room need repairs, batjroom, AC unit and for the money you pay for a night should be better. But overall it was a pleasant stay ..."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
"Valet parking which seems to be your only option is, in my opinion very expensive, $50. Other than that the place is great"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
"There was no microwave in our room, which was disappointing. The pool is not cleaned daily, there were hairs and bugs floating at the top, and the paint was chipping off into the water. The faucet in our bathtub ran constantly, no matter how you turned it. Other than this, it was a good stay and ..."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"Clean room and helpful staff"
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
"Wonderful hotel with wonderful amenities"
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
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Where to stay in New Orleans Central Business District
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.
Arts/Warehouse District
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. You can visit top attractions like National World War II Museum and Riverwalk Outlets, and jump on the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Lower Garden District
Lower Garden District is highly notable for its beautiful gardens, and you might want to visit top sights like Port of New Orleans and National World War II Museum. See more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop.
Uptown Historic District
Known for its ample dining options and picturesque gardens, there's plenty to explore in Uptown Historic District. You can visit top attractions like Prytania Theatre and Audubon Zoo, and jump on the metro at St. Charles at Jefferson Stop or St. Charles at Valmont Stop to see more of the city.
