Desire Area Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
Canal Street
Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area.
Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Caesars Superdome is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to New Orleans. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
National World War II Museum
A rare collection of artefacts, memorabilia and documents piece together the story of America’s involvement in the Second World War.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
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Other neighbourhoods around Desire Area
Bywater
Live music, bars and historical sites are some highlights of Bywater. Make a stop by Decatur Street or Mississippi River while you're exploring.
Faubourg Marigny
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. You can visit top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs, and jump on the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture & History.
Mid-City District
If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Degas House Historic Home Courtyard and Inn or Fair Grounds Race Course and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.
French Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Algiers
River views, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of Algiers. Make a stop by Algiers Ferry Terminal or Mississippi River while you're exploring.
- Bourbon Street
- Canal Street
- Caesars Superdome
- Caesars New Orleans Casino
- Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
- National World War II Museum
- Julia Street Cruise Terminal
- Mardi Gras World
- Mississippi River
- Frenchmen Street
- City Park
- Loyola University New Orleans
- Audubon Zoo
- French Market
- Royal Street
- Audubon Aquarium
- Fair Grounds Race Course
- New Orleans Riverwalk Shopping Center
- French Quarter Visitor Center