Central City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic cathedral with multiple spires, surrounded by well-lit gardens and a central fountain.
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a prominent dome structure, and a modern hotel with a rooftop pool.
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Stay near popular Central City attractions

House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum

You can browse the exhibits at House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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Activities

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

AU$63
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation

AU$45
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

AU$170
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans
Airboat turning on creek in New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

AU$94
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Creole Queen Sunday Jazz Brunch

Creole Queen Riverboat Jazz Brunch

AU$63
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Creole Queen Riverboat Jazz Brunch
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour

New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour

AU$35
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
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Our pick of the best Central City Hotel Deals

Maison St Charles

Maison St Charles

3 out of 5
1319 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans LA
The price is AU$127 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$127
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Maison St Charles
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery

The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery

4 out of 5
535 Tchoupitoulas Street New Orleans LA
The price is AU$148 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$148
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,582 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a prime location. The rooms are nice, although having a window to the wall of the hotel is strange. The room was also extremely humid. But overall, great stay."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
Hyatt Regency New Orleans

Hyatt Regency New Orleans

4 out of 5
601 Loyola Avenue New Orleans LA
The price is AU$278 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$278
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,861 reviews)
"We had a good stay"

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Hyatt Regency New Orleans
New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is AU$230 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$230
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
New Orleans Marriott
The Jung Hotel and Residences

The Jung Hotel and Residences

4 out of 5
1500 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is AU$132 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$132
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,905 reviews)
"My husband I arrived for a 4 night stay. The remote/tv in the first room we were given did not work. We were moved to another room. We were supposed to have a washer/dryer in our room which we did not. The front desk told us Expedia made the mistake. However, there was no attempt to fix the issue. ..."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

The Jung Hotel and Residences
Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St. New Orleans LA
The price is AU$268 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$268
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,277 reviews)
"Classic room & hotel."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Central City

Find the best Central City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A red trolley on tracks, palm trees, and buildings with signs like "Mr. Goldman" and "New York".

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.

The entrance to the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, featuring a large metal sculpture and the museum's signage.

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 Riverwalk Marketplace Shopping Center 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.

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Garden District

Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Magazine Street or Lafayette Cemetery while you're exploring the area.

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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 Magazine Street.

Central City Travel Guide

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