MidCity
A quirky, unpretentious, and centrally located New Orleans neighborhood known for City Park, po-boys, and a diverse local vibe.
WELCOME TO
MidCity
Welcome to Mid-City, the heart of New Orleans. Vibrant, eclectic, and unmistakably authentic, this neighborhood offers a front-row seat to the city's best festivals and green spaces, all while maintaining a cozy, "front-porch" community feel.
Mid-City is exactly what its name implies—the middle ground where all of New Orleans seems to meet. It is not as tourist-heavy as the French Quarter but is rich in culture. It is the termination point for the Canal Streetcar line and home to the massive City Park. The architecture is a colorful mix of shotgun houses and Spanish revival mansions. It attracts a diverse mix of artists, service industry workers, and families who love the walkability and the neighborhood bars.
local lifestyle
Mid-City is laid back and bike-friendly. Residents often spend afternoons kayaking on Bayou St. John, grabbing a snoball at Pandora’s, or hanging out in the beer garden at Bayou Beer Garden. It feels like a small town within the big city, where people hang out on their porches and chat with passersby.
dining, entertainment & shopping
Dining: Home to legends. Mandina’s for Italian-Creole, Parkway Bakery & Tavern for world-famous roast beef po-boys, and Katong for exciting Vietnamese.
Entertainment: Mid-City Lanes Rock ‘n’ Bowl offers bowling with live Zydeco music. Chickie Wah Wah is a go-to for singer-songwriter sets.
Shopping: Mainly local businesses, including bookstores like Tubby & Coo’s and unique grocers like Canseco’s.
things to do
New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA): Located inside City Park with a stunning sculpture garden.
Bayou St. John: Perfect for a sunset paddle or a picnic on the grassy banks.
The Cemeteries: The historic "Cities of the Dead" at the end of Canal Street are architectural marvels.
schools
Mid-City has a high concentration of sought-after charter and private schools.
Notable Schools: Morris Jeff Community School, Christian Brothers School, and Jesuit High School (All-Boys Private).
