New Orleans Central Business District, LA

New Orleans

A busy urban street with a Walgreens store, a vintage theater, and various shops.
A busy urban street lined with palm trees and historic buildings, including a prominent hotel.
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A street with a historic building, palm trees, and a Marriott hotel.
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Canal Street

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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.
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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 green trolley with 'St. Charles' and 'Party Car' signs, moving on tracks.
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Open Photo by Jenna Lee

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 Contemporary Arts Center, and jump on 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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Photo by New Orleans CVB / Chris Granger
Open Photo by New Orleans CVB / Chris Granger

Garden District

Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or New Orleans Fire Department Museum and Educational Center while you're exploring the area.

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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.

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Central City

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Central City. Spend some time visiting top spots like House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum, and catch the metro at St. Charles at Felicity Stop or St. Charles at Euterpe Stop to see more of the area.

New Orleans Central Business District, LA