Uptown Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Uptown Historic District
Popular places to visit
Magazine Street
You can find out about the history of New Orleans with a stop at Magazine Street. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Touro Infirmary LCMC Health
If Touro Infirmary LCMC Health is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New Orleans.
Ochsner Baptist Medical Center
If Ochsner Baptist Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of New Orleans.
Prytania Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Prytania Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in New Orleans. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this walkable area.
Lawrence Square
After visiting Lawrence Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Orleans. Experience the great live music and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Evans Playground
Explore the great outdoors at Evans Playground, a lovely green space in New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this walkable area.
Activities
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Our pick of the best Uptown Historic District Hotel Deals
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Kind of a worn down property. Small bathroom and loud AC. Good location
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Wonderful staff and the rooms were very clean.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Great staff
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
Check in was abysmal! We were told 4 pm and it wasn’t until 6 pm which put us late for dinner reservations. Evening staff behind the desk were unhelpful. In house Restaurant closed. Depressing room with no window. I would not recommend or stay at this hotel again
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown Historic District
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Audubon Zoo or Magazine Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Tulane/Loyola Stop or St. Charles at Tulane University Stop.
Audubon
While you're in Audubon, take in top sights like Audubon Zoo or Tulane Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Exposition Stop or Saint Charles at Calhoun Stop.
Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Smoothie King Center or National World War II Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople Stop.
Central City
Consider a visit to House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Central City. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at St. Charles at Felicity Stop or St. Charles at Euterpe 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.
Irish Channel
If you're spending some time in Irish Channel, Magazine Street and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
