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
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
This is our hotel of choice due to the location of everything you need to see around the French Quarter by walking. No complaints
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
First of all there is no gift shop in this hotel! The staff was rude and not considerate to an issue that took place at 12:20 am. Secondly the hotel needs a big upgrade like the bathroom tub was The only thing good was the pool was heated but everything else is a big disappointment.Sorry but not ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
The Westin is the perfect place to stay! From the location in French Quarters to the comfort in the room, you will not be disappointed with what the Westin has to offer. I will say that the food options are limited and does not give a wide variety of choices, including the breakfast buffet (same ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Beautiful courtyard pool that’s open till 10 pm. Love this hotel. Right near all the French quarter action, but peaceful inside. Lobby is pretty with lots of comfortable seating. Balcony room was spacious and the balcony was fun to sit out on to enjoy either the quiet mornings or night time action. ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Incredible staff
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
The negative: Lighting in the room was awful, especially if you don’t get one with a view. Trying to work the TV with the remote became the bane of my existence. Bathroom doors was second to that. This next one I understand isn’t really something the staff can control, but be careful walking from ...
Reviewed on 15 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 Magazine Street, 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.
