Arts/Warehouse District, LA

New Orleans

National World War II Museum which includes a city, street scenes and a bridge
Arts/Warehouse District showing signage
Arts/Warehouse District showing outdoor art
National World War II Museum featuring interior views
National World War II Museum which includes military items and interior views

Get to the heart of modern New Orleans and explore renovated warehouses and modern galleries in this chic district.

Where most cities centers are filled with modern office buildings and shopping malls, a large part of downtown New Orleans developed around its rich artistic history. This downtown area was once referred to as the Warehouse District because of the many old shipping and manufacturing warehouses that were located here. Today, the warehouses have given way to galleries, entertainment and dining venues.

Located on the east bank of the Mississippi River, this neighborhood was developed in the 1980s after the World's Fair was held in the city. Explore the fine art and contemporary paintings on display in scores of galleries along Julia Street, which host events and exhibitions throughout the year. The famed White Linen Night marks the start of the new art season every August. During this event local galleries open their doors as part of a gala fundraiser for the nearby Contemporary Arts Center. Make sure you pack for the occasion as visitors are expected to wear only white.

Wander through the Arts District to find a great selection of contemporary restaurants and explore Cajun, Creole and modern American cuisine. The upscale restaurants are very popular so book ahead. Explore other attractions such as the National World War II Museum, and the Downtown Market, one of three Crescent City Farmers' Markets, which is open every Saturday morning at the corner of Girod Street and Magazine Street.

If you are traveling with kids, check out the Louisiana Children’s Museum, a converted warehouse midway along Julia Street. This venue focuses on making learning fun so it has dozens of interactive and educational activities such as the Talk and Play Center and the Little Port of New Orleans.

Downtown New Orleans was once a dreary industrial zone but since its resurrection into a Southern-style arts and entertainment district it’s become wonderful place to see a different side of the city. The Arts District is on bus lines and streetcar lines, and there’s plenty of parking available.


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Arts/Warehouse District Hotel Deals

Le Méridien New Orleans

Le Méridien New Orleans

4 out of 5
333 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA
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The price is NT$2,909 per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
NT$2,909
NT$4,297 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
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Le Méridien New Orleans
Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center

Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
345 St Joseph St., New Orleans, LA
The price is NT$2,571 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
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Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center
The Mercantile Hotel New Orleans

The Mercantile Hotel New Orleans

3 out of 5
727 South Peters Street, New Orleans, LA
The price is NT$2,724 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
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NT$3,211 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - Arts District by IHG

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - Arts District by IHG

3 out of 5
936 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA
The price is NT$1,957 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
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Cambria Hotel New Orleans Downtown Warehouse District

Cambria Hotel New Orleans Downtown Warehouse District

4 out of 5
632 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA
The price is NT$2,831 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
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Sep 8 - Sep 9
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Cambria Hotel New Orleans Downtown Warehouse District
The Lafayette New Orleans By Kasa Living

The Lafayette New Orleans By Kasa Living

3.5 out of 5
600 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA
The price is NT$2,292 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
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Arts/Warehouse District, LA