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

Gretna travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gretna

With a population of 17,736, Gretna is a must-see destination in Louisiana, United States.

Where to Eat in Gretna

If you’re looking for affordable options, Legacy Kitchen's Steak + Chop (91 Westbank Expy) and Tony Mandina's Restaurant (1915 Pratt St) are great picks.

When to visit Gretna

Gretna in August
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gretna in August
Estimated hotel price
$172
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 Christchurch and takes around 21h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gretna. The train journey from Gretna to Birmingham takes 8h 09m and costs around $63 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Memphis, expect to pay about $87 for a 8h 52m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gretna, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Valley Transit. From Baton Rouge, the bus ride to Gretna takes 193 km and will cost you around $65. From Houston, the ticket costs about $143 for a journey of 595 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 Christchurch and takes around 21h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gretna. The train journey from Gretna to Birmingham takes 8h 09m and costs around $63 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Memphis, expect to pay about $87 for a 8h 52m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gretna, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Valley Transit. From Baton Rouge, the bus ride to Gretna takes 193 km and will cost you around $65. From Houston, the ticket costs about $143 for a journey of 595 km.

Airports near Gretna

BTRBaton Rouge Ryan
MSYNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
GPTGulfport Biloxi Regional

Airlines serving Gretna

Lufthansa
Good (7,497 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,457 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,977 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,010 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,994 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,982 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,652 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (855 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,308 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,028 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,103 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,382 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (365 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,016 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna

Most booked hotels in Gretna

Hotel Monteleone
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$327+
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Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$284+
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New Orleans Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$268+
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The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$326+
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Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$205+
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Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor By IHG
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$167+
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Hiring a car in Gretna

Expect to pay $1.61 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 $19.25 and $25.67. The most frequently booked car type in Gretna is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.61 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 $19.25 and $25.67. The most frequently booked car type in Gretna is Premium (Class Premium SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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