New Orleans East 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 great live music in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries 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 top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Top hotels in New Orleans East Area
The Westin New Orleans
Clean room, great view
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Nice place in a great walkable area.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
We stayed here a few months ago and had a great experience. We decided to book again, and as always, the service was wonderful, the customer service was great, and the hotel was very clean overall. It’s very convenient to New Orleans and everything it has to offer. We will definitely book ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
The staff was super friendly and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable, and quiet. The restaurant was yummy.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
We enjoyed our stay. The on-site restaurant was very good, the location was great, the rooms were comfortable, clean, and quiet. Staff was variable, some very good and others were not. It’s an older hotel and would benefit from updates; however it was a good price and we were happy with our stay ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
New Orleans Marriott
Always a pleasure
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around New Orleans East Area
Viavant - Venetian Isles
While visiting Viavant - Venetian Isles, you might make a stop by sights like King Hung Shrine and Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Orleans East Area Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Choose Your New Orleans East Area Hotel Style
- Hotels in top New Orleans neighborhoods
- Eastover Country Club
- Bourbon Street
- Canal Street
- Caesars Superdome
- Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
- Caesars New Orleans Casino
- National World War II Museum
- Julia Street Cruise Terminal
- Mardi Gras World
- Mississippi River
- Frenchmen Street
- Loyola University New Orleans
- French Market
- City Park
- Audubon Aquarium
- Audubon Zoo
- Royal Street
- Silver Slipper Casino
