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Central Business District

Central Business District in New Orleans, LA — food, shopping, arts_culture.

Prytania Theatre · 24 parks & green spaces · 499 places to eat

— open now 986 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Central Business District a good place to live?

Central Business District has 95 parks and green spaces, 499 places to eat, and 349 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 407 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Central Business District?

There are 407 homes for sale in and around Central Business District, priced from $17,000 to $8,500,000 (median about $375,000). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Central Business District known for?

Central Business District is known locally for landmarks like Prytania Theatre, its 499-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Central Business District this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Central Business District, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Central Business District best for?

Based on what's here, Central Business District suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

Choose your own adventure - Central Business District

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    Three hand-picked days through Central Business District, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning French Truck Coffee Coffee Shop
    2. Stroll Danneel Playground Park
    3. Lunch Nirvana Indian Cuisine Indian
    4. Treat Creole Creamery Ice Cream
    5. Browse Garden District Bookstore Books
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Mississippi River Trail 13.0 km
    2. Picnic Coliseum Square Park
    3. Grab a bite The Company Burger Burger
    4. Run around The Dog House Dog Park
    5. Casual dinner Ancora Pizzeria Pizza
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History Prytania Theatre Cinema
    2. Coffee Mojo Coffee House Coffee Shop
    3. Local shop Sav-a-lot Supermarket
    4. Dinner out Kyoto Japanese
    5. Tonight Charmaine Neville Band Tue Jun 23 · 12:30 AM
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

    Pure Cake
    Osteria Lupo
    Manchu Chicken & Poboy Takeaway
    Willie Mae's Scotch House
    Nola kids
    Buffa's
    Galatoire's
    Wit's Inn
    Golden Lantern
    Clay Monument
    Banks Street Service Station
    Bicycle Michael's
    Puff N Fun Smoke Shop
    Community Book Center
    Dashka Roth Contemporary Jewelry & Judaica
    Rite Aid
    Wonderland & Sea
    Kajun's Pub
    Pita Paradise Mediterranean Grill
    oh fine lingerie
    Midcity Pizza
    Bare Leather
    Molly Marine
    Rawhide
    Jimmy John's

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for Central Business District? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

    Fresh from local news covering Central Business District and the surrounding area.

    DOJ to announce case with New Orleans ties - WWLTV.comNew Orleans Louisiana News · Jun 23New Orleans man becomes first in Louisiana functionally cured of sickle cell disease - fox8live.comNew Orleans Louisiana News · Jun 23Driver dies from gunshot wound after Louisiana State Police chase in New Orleans - fox8live.comNew Orleans Louisiana News · Jun 22Shrine on Airline renovation could bring soccer team to metro New Orleans - fox8live.comNew Orleans Louisiana News · Jun 22How New Orleans Turned Around Its Failing Schools - City JournalNew Orleans Louisiana News · Jun 22Allstate Sugar Bowl Announces New Orleans Sports Award Winners - allstatesugarbowl.orgNew Orleans Louisiana News · Jun 22
    Get directions Parking · 349 lots Where to stay — of 287 open now

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in Central Business District?

    Central Business District has 24 parks and green spaces, 499 places to eat, and landmarks like Prytania Theatre. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Central Business District?

    Most of Central Business District is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Central Business District?

    Central Business District sits in New Orleans, Louisiana, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Central Business District?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Central Business District, and can connect you with a local agent.