Car Rental in New Orleans

Yes. If your travel plans changed or you have a road trip planned to another city in the South, you can book a one-way car rental in New Orleans and choose your drop-off site when you book.

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If you plan to see more than one area of the city, it’s smart to have access to a car in New Orleans. While New Orleans is a somewhat walkable city, particularly in the French Quarter, the airport is 12 miles away from the city center. With an Avis rental, you can explore our city’s top attractions, restaurants, and entertainment venues and use New Orleans as a jumping-off point for day trips and road trips around Cajun country. (Source)

Bourbon Street is the most famous road in New Orleans—and it’s famous for good reason! All along Bourbon Street you’ll find bright neon lights, live jazz music, and small local bars. Think of Bourbon Street as the center of excitement and energy in New Orleans. (Source)

Somewhat. There isn’t a lot of traffic in New Orleans, but some popular areas, like the French Quarter, have minimal parking areas and many narrow, one-way roads that can be more difficult to navigate. Additionally, some areas (including Bourbon Street) are closed to cars at certain times of day. (Source)

Yes, you can drive through the French Quarter. However, expect limitations on where you can drive. Parts of the French Quarter, including Bourbon Street, are closed to vehicular traffic in the evenings. Additionally, some areas of New Orleans are closed to non-resident vehicles during major festivals like Mardi Gras. (Source)

New Orleans has many famous delicious dishes—including gumbo, jambalaya, crawfish, crab cakes, oysters, and fried seafood. If you’re craving something sweet, be sure to try bananas foster, beignets, and pralines. We recommend trying as many of our city’s famous foods as possible while you’re here. (Source)