New Orleans is an eclectic mix of neighborhoods - from the funky, bohemian Bywater all the way to the oak-lined Garden District. There's something for every type of traveler in each part of town, whether you're seeking authentic live music, historic (and quite photogenic) architecture, or a vibrant nightlife scene. Scroll your mouse over the the neighborhoods to find out more and get exploring.
New Orleans Neighborhood Guide
Here we are. Come explore. Our city has some of the most interesting architecture, food and entertainment in the world – dispersed through our many diverse neighborhoods. Explore as many as you can and learn what makes New Orleans so especially New Orleans. Here is a guide to what to see and do all over town.
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French Quarter
- European Architecture
- Bourbon St. Nightlife
- Royal St. Antique Shopping
- Street Performers
- Historic
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UptownThe Garden District
- St. Charles Streetcar
- Classic Revival Mansions
- Colleges & Universities
- Magazine St. Boutique Shopping
- Tree-Lined Residential
UptownThe Garden DistrictFrom the Jazz Market to the Audubon Zoo, Uptown’s world is a New Orleans one where limestone mansions mix with modest homes on Mardi Gras parade routes. The fashion’s forward on Magazine Street but restaurants like Commander’s (locals drop the “Palace”) still celebrate classic Louisiana... -
Treme
- Oldest African American Neighborhood
- Residential
- Walkable
- Colorful Creole Cottages & Shotgun Homes
- Multicultural Landmarks
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Arts/WarehouseDistrict
- Art Galleries & Museums
- Industrial Renovated Warehouses
- Trendy Restaurants
- Walkable
- Contemporary
Arts/WarehouseDistrictThe Warehouse Arts District embodies New Orleans now, a community celebrating and reimagining its culture. Residential lofts, museums, restaurants and art galleries find a perch in a neighborhood more brick than wood, more open than shut and where three centuries of commerce and... -
Marigny/Bywater
- Colorful Shotgun Homes & Creole Cottages
- Vibrant Arts & Culture Scene
- Live Music on Frenchmen St.
- St. Claude Arts District
- Bohemian Residential Vibe
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DowntownCentral Business District
- Sports Events & Tailgating
- Skyscrapers & Business Epicenter
- Rooftop Bars
- Upscale Hotels & Cocktail Lounges
- Arcades & Gaming
DowntownCentral Business DistrictDowntown New Orleans and its Central Business District (CBD) has been reborn. Nightly now, the Mercedes Benz SuperDome dazzles in ever-changing hues while a construction surge confuses old-timers accustomed to parking lots where bistros and apartments now rise. New hotels open in old... -
Mid-City
- Canal Streetcar
- Above Ground Cemeteries
- Local Dive Bar Scene
- Family Fun in City Park
- Museum of Art & Sculpture Gardens
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Algiers
- Historic
- Walkable
- Victorian Cottages
- Quiet & Residential
- Skyline Views
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Esplanade Ridge
- Oak-lined Sidewalks
- Residential
- 19th Century Creole Upper Class
- Cozy Neighborhood Restaurants
- Bike or Carriage Ride to City Park
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Lakeview
- Waterfront Views & Activities
- Residential
- Framed Cottages & Ranch-style Homes
- Quaint Dining & Shopping on Harrison Ave.
- Family Fun in City Park
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GentillyN.O. East & 9th Ward
- Multicultural Community
- Vietnamese Cuisine & Soul Food
- Resilient
- Residential
- Jazz Fest
GentillyN.O. East & 9th WardWhat’s the sound of New Orleans East? It’s brass band and bounce, a bull alligator’s roar, the cry of a Vietnamese market seller hawking her lemon grass or the whoop of a Mardi Gras Indian Big Chief leading his tribe. It’s a chorus singing of a varied and stirring community. Come hear it. -
Metairie/KennerJefferson Parish
- New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
- Saints Training Facility
- Lakeside Shopping Center
- Residential
Metairie/KennerJefferson ParishThe gateway to New Orleans for many travelers is Kenner, which contains the New Orleans International Airport (MSY), about 20 minutes from downtown New Orleans. Metairie gets to play home to a couple of sports franchises including the New Orleans Saints football team. Residential and... -
WestbankJefferson Parish
- Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Barataria Preserve
- Residential
- River View
WestbankJefferson ParishWhy is it called Westbank when the area lies east of the main part of the city? That's because it actually resides on the western bank of the Mississippi River. The area is heavily residential but also includes the scenic Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Barataria...
