Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Gretna travel guide

Gretna Tourism | Gretna Guide

You're Going to Love Gretna

With a population of 17,736, Gretna is a must-see destination in Louisiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gretna to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Gretna

If you’re looking for affordable options, Legacy Kitchen's Steak + Chop (91 Westbank Expy) and The Red Maple Restaurant (1036 Lafayette St) are great picks.

When to visit Gretna

Gretna in January
Estimated hotel price
$164
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gretna in January
Estimated hotel price
$164
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gretna

Plane

When flying to Gretna, you’ll arrive at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport (MSY), which is located 21 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Gretna from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 30h 43m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gretna.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Gretna using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Houston, the bus ride to Gretna takes 595 km and will cost you around $78. From Memphis, the ticket costs about $76 for a journey of 869 km.

Plane

When flying to Gretna, you’ll arrive at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport (MSY), which is located 21 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Gretna from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 30h 43m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gretna.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Gretna using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Houston, the bus ride to Gretna takes 595 km and will cost you around $78. From Memphis, the ticket costs about $76 for a journey of 869 km.

Airports near Gretna

BTRBaton Rouge Ryan
MSYNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
GPTGulfport Biloxi Regional

Airlines serving Gretna

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,840 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,276 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,249 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,708 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,202 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,471 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (12,014 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,163 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna

Most booked hotels in Gretna

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$306+
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New Orleans Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$292+
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The Saint Hotel, New Orleans, French Quarter, Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$292+
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Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$260+
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DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$208+
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Omni Royal Orleans
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$310+
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Hiring a car in Gretna

Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in Gretna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.10 and $24.13. The most frequently booked car type in Gretna is Mini (Toyota Sienna or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Toyota Camry or similar) is, on average, 25% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in Gretna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.10 and $24.13. The most frequently booked car type in Gretna is Mini (Toyota Sienna or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Toyota Camry or similar) is, on average, 25% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.