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 The Red Maple Restaurant (1036 Lafayette St) are great picks.

When to visit Gretna

Gretna in August
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gretna in August
Estimated hotel price
$174
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 38h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gretna.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gretna, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Houston, the bus ride to Gretna takes 636 km and will cost you around $149. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 748 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 38h 26m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gretna.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gretna, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Houston, the bus ride to Gretna takes 636 km and will cost you around $149. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 748 km.

Airports near Gretna

BTRBaton Rouge Ryan
MSYNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
GPTGulfport Biloxi Regional

Airlines serving Gretna

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,564 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,246 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,047 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)
$315+
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Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$297+
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New Orleans Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$262+
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The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$290+
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Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$180+
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Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor By IHG
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$199+
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Hiring a car in Gretna

Expect to pay $1.60 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 $19.11 and $25.48. 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 Full-size car hire (Toyota Camry or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.60 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 $19.11 and $25.48. 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 Full-size car hire (Toyota Camry or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.