Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Neighborhood: Central Business District
Compared to the more evocative monikers of some other parts of New Orleans, the downtown’s humdrum title might suggest that this area is all about business and little else. But don’t let the bland name keep you away from the Central Business District. The CBD offers a wide range of fun things to do that would be touted as exceptional in less jubilant corners of the world. Bordered by the French Quarter, the Arts District and Tremé, with the river at its eastern extreme, this hub for sports, gaming, shopping, theatre, family-friendly activities, and amazing regional cuisine makes a smart base wherever your interests lie.
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4.0
267 reviews
Excellent
99
Very good
102
Average
49
Poor
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Michael M
New Orleans, LA72 contributions
Nov 2017 • Business
Bring your walking shoes.
This building is huge
Not enough places to eat in the building but the riverside shops next door more than make up for it
This building is huge
Not enough places to eat in the building but the riverside shops next door more than make up for it
Written November 8, 2017
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LuizMaranzano
Sorocaba, SP42 contributions
Jun 2013 • Business
This Conventions Center is absolutely huge... To go until the final of the building, we need to walk around 500m...and it's not a joke !!!
Written May 31, 2014
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TerryHillman
Richmond, IN150 contributions
Mar 2020
The NRECA convention was held here. This place is huge. The only problem was they were replacing the front entrance to the center. There were over 8000 of us attending but it was easy to get around.
Written March 10, 2020
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Juliana C
Arlington, VA57 contributions
Mar 2020 • Business
Great staff, clean facilities but the front street construction really takes away from the experience right now with limiting where you can enter. More water bottle filling stations would be nice too but great options for any convention space needs!
Written March 8, 2020
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TLClark
Lake Charles, LA13 contributions
Jan 2020
This Fan Experience was awesome!! Activities for all ages, wish our grandkids would have been with us. Very interactive with both teams being well represented. Would highly recommend for the next National Championship (Miami?)
Written January 18, 2020
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traveloften028
Reno, NV505 contributions
Dec 2019
I attend a lot of conventions and the Morial Center is a good place to attend. The biggest plus is the location. You can walk to most of the places you would like to see after hours. Lots of restaurants and hotels near by. The facility itself is fairly updated and of large enough size to hold a good convention. It is long and skinny in shape but don't let appearances deceive, it is large.
Written December 9, 2019
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FunlovingJohn
Clearwater, FL372 contributions
Nov 2019
Enjoyed a 4 day conference in this convention center. About 15 minute walk from the French Quarter. Next to the cruise ship dock and shopping mall. Very spacious and nice convention center. All my sessions and exhibit floor experiences went well. Staff are very friendly. Starbucks staff in the food court were a big disappointment. Two days in a row the food court did not seem to open for lunch. Good news is that there are plenty of nice places to eat a few blocks away.
Written November 6, 2019
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Jamie S
32 contributions
Nov 2019
First the streets were torn up but there was a dedicated traffic person to keep traffic flowing. The venue itself was ok, the escalators were roped off so you had to walk twice as far to get to your conference session.
Written November 5, 2019
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Darryl C
Halifax, Canada240 contributions
Oct 2019
Nice, modern facility. Horrible food service staff. From the starbucks to the food court area the staff didn't give a f*#$ about helping people, speed, quality etc.
first day of convention no bread at sandwich shop, staff laughed when we tried to order food. Starbucks staff joking around taking 10+ mins to make coffee etc Unacceptable when holding world class conventions and people are on tight time limits.
first day of convention no bread at sandwich shop, staff laughed when we tried to order food. Starbucks staff joking around taking 10+ mins to make coffee etc Unacceptable when holding world class conventions and people are on tight time limits.
Written October 21, 2019
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Jerry R
Springfield, MO79 contributions
Oct 2019
Conference center was HUGE!, Very nice, meeting rooms were comfortable. Road construction made getting to it a challenge but it has a great location.
Written October 14, 2019
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Jim M
Spring Hill, TN
The conference I am attending says they are offering free wifi within the conference for attendees with a specific SSID for the conference. Has anyone had experience with this in the past? How was the quality of the connection. How is the cell phone coverage inside the convention center - Specifically Verizon if known. Thank you.
JayyEm
New Jersey97 contributions
WiFi was decent but VZW had good coverge...
Darren N Ashley S
Myerstown, PA
Are there any hotels that are connected directly to the convention center?
JayyEm
New Jersey97 contributions
There aren't any physically connected but there area dozen within a couple of blocks.
JohnScott1976
25 contributions
I'm looking for recommendations for food either just inside or near the convention centre. Quick bites and snacks only please? Thank you
hellfirekeep
New Orleans, LA105 contributions
There is a starbucks inside the Marriott Hotel across the street. At Julia St., there is a hole in the wall store that has snack and soda. Across from that is Mulate's. There are a few other places, within walking distance... but the Con. Center spans and easy 5 block area.
anab2206g
Cambridge, MA26 contributions
What is the average temperature inside the convention center?
Warnerdang
Bradford West Gwillimbury, Canada176 contributions
In the hallways it was always around room temperature, but depending on the size/length of your convention that will dictate the temperate inside your venue. Time of year also plays a factor.
How much does the convention center charge for parking?
Robert S
Lawrence, KS2,663 contributions
The convention center does not have it's own parking lot. You have to use commercial lots in the neighborhood and they are not cheap. You should use public transport or a shuttle from your hotel.
Jeff F
Auburn, IA
Hotels nearby
Shaka_Frank
Aiea, HI1,057 contributions
There are numerous hotels within easy walking distance of the convention center, even right across the street. Start with TripAdvisor and check the little inset map for the hotel that strikes your interest to get an exact location relative to the conv. ctr. I stayed at the Quality Inn & Suites on O'keefe because the price was right, the reviews were good, it had breakfast included and it was a about a mile from the conv. ctr. Using my feet and a couple of streetcars, getting to and from was no big deal
Poohbear323
23 contributions
How far is the New Orleans Marriott on Canal St. from convention center?
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (New Orleans) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
- Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is open:
- Sun - Sat 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Hotels near Ernest N. Morial Convention Center:
- (0.02 mi) ✨GLAM MEETS DOWNTOWN HISTORIC CHARMER✨Spacious Corner Condo with Sleeper Sofa
- (0.07 mi) New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District
- (0.10 mi) Omni Riverfront Hotel
- (0.11 mi) Courtyard by Marriott New Orleans Warehouse Arts District
- (0.15 mi) The Mercantile Hotel
- Restaurants near Ernest N. Morial Convention Center:
- (0.08 mi) Restaurant Rebirth
- (0.07 mi) Galliano
- (0.05 mi) Mulate's New Orleans
- (0.07 mi) Rock-n-Saké Bar & Sushi
- (0.14 mi) Two Chicks Cafe
- Attractions near Ernest N. Morial Convention Center:
- (0.13 mi) NOLA Tropical Winery
- (0.08 mi) Republic NOLA
- (0.13 mi) The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk
- (0.12 mi) Roots of New Orleans Heritage City Tour
- (0.12 mi) Arts District of New Orleans