Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gretna has to offer.

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 November
Estimated package price
$333
2 travelers
Flight to Gretna
3 nights at hotel
Gretna in November
Estimated package price
$333
2 travelers
Flight to Gretna
3 nights at 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 center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Gretna include Southwest, American Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Gretna departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gretna. The train journey from Gretna to Birmingham takes 8h 09m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Houston, expect to pay about $53 for a 9h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 4 km from Gretna. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in New Orleans.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gretna, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Houston, the bus ride to Gretna takes 595 km and will cost you around $102. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $24 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 center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Gretna include Southwest, American Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Gretna departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gretna. The train journey from Gretna to Birmingham takes 8h 09m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Houston, expect to pay about $53 for a 9h 30m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna is to pick up a car rental from New Orleans, which is about 4 km from Gretna. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in New Orleans.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gretna, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Houston, the bus ride to Gretna takes 595 km and will cost you around $102. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 748 km.

Airports near Gretna

BTRBaton Rouge Ryan
MSYNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
GPTGulfport Biloxi Regional

Airlines serving Gretna

KLM
Good (1,448 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,759 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,714 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,141 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,104 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,236 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,501 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,677 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,685 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,380 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,159 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,834 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,443 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,133 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna

Most booked hotels in Gretna

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Courtyard by Marriott New Orleans Westbank/Gretna
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 425 reviews)
$152+
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Four Points by Sheraton French Quarter
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1716 reviews)
$148+
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New Orleans Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3986 reviews)
$163+
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The Saint Hotel, New Orleans, French Quarter, Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 791 reviews)
$153+
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Holiday Inn New Orleans West Bank Tower By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 739 reviews)
$108+
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Le Méridien New Orleans
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1681 reviews)
$156+
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Renting a car in Gretna

Renting a car in Gretna costs $40 per day, on average, or $120 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Gretna.

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Gretna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48. 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 Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Gretna costs $40 per day, on average, or $120 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Gretna.

Expect to pay $3.22 per gallon in Gretna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.61 and $51.48. 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 Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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