Desire Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Bourbon Street showing street scenes and a city

Bourbon Street

4/5(56 reviews)

The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.

Bourbon Street
Caesars Superdome

Caesars Superdome

4/5(14 reviews)

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.

Caesars Superdome
Canal Street showing signage

Canal Street

4/5(72 reviews)

Get to the heart of New Orleans through Canal Street.

Canal Street
Port of New Orleans

Port of New Orleans

4/5(38 reviews)

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.

Port of New Orleans
National World War II Museum showing aircraft and interior views

National World War II Museum

4.5/5(17 reviews)

A rare collection of artefacts, memorabilia and documents piece together the story of America’s involvement in the Second World War.

National World War II Museum
Tulane University

Tulane University

4/5(6 reviews)

Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Tulane University

Activities

Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise

Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

AU$93
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour

New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour

AU$50
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour
steamboat Natchez on river in New Orleans

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

AU$70
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

AU$88
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access
alligators in New Orleans

Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans

AU$105
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans
St Maarten Island Private Group Whole Day Tour

St Maarten Island Private Group Tour

AU$150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
St Maarten Island Private Group Tour
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Our pick of the best Desire Area Hotel Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham New Orleans Pontchartrain
Days Inn by Wyndham New Orleans Pontchartrain
2.5 out of 5
4180 Old Gentilly Rd, New Orleans, LA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$119 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$119
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
"I"

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham New Orleans Pontchartrain
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
4 out of 5
124 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$209 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$209
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,537 reviews)
"Walking distance to everything"

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$302 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$302
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,526 reviews)
"Classy & the people are the kindest!"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
4.5 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$182 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$182
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,935 reviews)
"Great location. Hotel is very clean."

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
French Market Inn
French Market Inn
3 out of 5
509 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$275 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$275
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,240 reviews)
"All of the staff were friendly, polite, and helpful. The hotel was lovely, and the location was perfect; so many locations were within walking distance. I would recommend this hotel to others, and I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

French Market Inn
New Orleans Marriott
New Orleans Marriott
4 out of 5
555 Canal St, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$380 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$380
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the bar ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,581 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was conveniently located, easy access to shopping, Bourbon St. restaurants and parade."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Desire Area

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Saint Roch

If you're spending some time in Saint Roch, Frenchmen Street and St Roch Cemetery & Chapel are top sights worth seeing.

Saint Roch
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Gentilly

While visiting Gentilly, you might make a stop by sights like Lakefront Arena and Frenchmen Street.

Gentilly
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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.

Bywater
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Faubourg Marigny

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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 Washington Square Park, and jump on the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.

Faubourg Marigny
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Tremé

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and Louis Armstrong Park.

Tremé
St Louis Cemetery which includes heritage elements

Mid-City District

If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Fair Grounds Race Course or Mahalia Jackson Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.

Mid-City District

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