Gentilly Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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 galleries 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 in Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, a top convention centre 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.
Activities
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Gentilly Hotel Deals
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Our room, had the two beds we asked for, but it was on the 9th floor and tucked away in a weird hidey-hole area that was only accessible by going down ten steps. Extremely difficult when hauling luggage. We stood in line about 30 Minutes to register the night we arrived. Only one desk clerk was available, ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The property is real outdated. It smelled old but the room was clean. It had this creepy picture above the bed while the walls were made of brick. I did not like this hotel at all. I left and reserved another hotel.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Westin New Orleans
The room was very spacious and clean staff was great on handle and very professional with exception service
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
This was a great stay. The staff were great. The rooms were clean. It was great. Centrally located but far enough away from there crazy of Bourbon Street to relax.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Good location, clean, great breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gentilly
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 New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture & History.
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.
Mid-City District
If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Degas House Historic Home Courtyard and Inn or Fair Grounds Race Course 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.
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.
