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CBD & Warehouse District

CBD & Warehouse District
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Type of Site
Neighborhoods
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Art, Shopping, History
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Notes: Some restaurants or stores may not be fully accessible.
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Dinner Lunch
Restrooms: Not Available
Notes: Although there are are no specified public restrooms, you may be able to use restrooms in stores or cafes.
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CBD & Warehouse District

Hip, Artsy Hot Spot


Must See

Address: Phone:
CBD & Warehouse District
(between Canal Street, Claiborne Ave and Pontchartrain Expy)
New Orleans , LA 70112
+1 504 524 4784; +1800 672 6124 (New Orleans Metropolitan Convention and Vistors Bureau)

Description

To experience the young, hip, and artsy vibe of New Orleans, head downtown to the The Central Business District (CBD) and Warehouse District. This area was developed in the late 1800s for storing goods in the large warehouses and for conducting trade on the Mississippi River. When cotton farming and trading became a thing of the past, the CBD and Warehouse District fell into a state of neglect and decay. It wasn't until the 1970s that people started moving in and fixing up the old warehouses--turning them into high-priced condos, art galleries, and upscale restaurants. This area is unique to New Orleans because only recently has it become the hot spot to visit for shopping and dining, yet it has a deep-rooted history in New Orleans culture.


What you should know before visiting CBD & Warehouse District

Times & Dates

Open Hours: 24 hrs
Visit Time: 2hr-Half day(4hr)
Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit is during the day or early evening.
Why Best: This is when the neighborhood is alive with office workers.
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this site: All Ages
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Bus Train Walking
Notes: Take the red Canal Streetcar or the green St. Charles Streetcar around this area if you don't want to walk.
Parking Availability: Yes


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Photo Credits:
© Michael Wu