New Orleans East Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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 great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Port of New Orleans
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
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
Jackson Square

Jackson Square

4.5/5(65 reviews)

Chill out Southern-style in this freewheeling park with a fascinating past.

Jackson Square

Activities

Fly a Plane

Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required

AU$459
per adult
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
New Orleans VIP Sightseeing Flight with Champagne & Chocolates or Wine & Cheese

New Orleans VIP Sightseeing Flight with Champagne & Chocolates or Wine & Cheese

AU$318
per adult
New Orleans VIP Sightseeing Flight with Champagne & Chocolates or Wine & Cheese
New Orleans Helicopter City Tour

New Orleans Helicopter City Tour

AU$421
per adult
New Orleans Helicopter City Tour
Aerial Tour

New Orleans Sightseeing Flight

AU$262
per adult
New Orleans Sightseeing Flight
Aerial Night Tour

New Orleans Night Sightseeing Flight

AU$305
per adult
New Orleans Night Sightseeing Flight
New Orleans City Lights Night Helicopter Tour

New Orleans City Lights Night Helicopter Tour

AU$488
per adult
New Orleans City Lights Night Helicopter Tour
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Our pick of the best New Orleans East Area Hotel Deals

Super 8 by Wyndham New Orleans
Super 8 by Wyndham New Orleans
2 out of 5
6322 Chef Menteur Hwy, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$126 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this motel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (962 reviews)
"Great customer service Peter work"

Reviewed on 11 Jan. 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham New Orleans
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$243 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
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! (3,456 reviews)
"We loved the staff and location . We were on the 6th floor and had let the water run for a long to even receive luke warm water to shower."

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 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$220 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$220
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
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! (3,875 reviews)
"Everywhere we wanted to go and see on this trip was under a mile from the hotel and easily walkable. Plus, the water pressure was amazing after a long day walking."

Reviewed on 18 Jan. 2025

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
The Westin New Orleans
The Westin New Orleans
4.5 out of 5
100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$351 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$351
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,478 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Close to the casino."

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

The Westin New Orleans
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
4 out of 5
124 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$250 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$250
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
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! (3,466 reviews)
"Stayed here twice in the last 5 months. Great option for the price"

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Hotel St. Pierre®, a French Quarter Inns® Hotel
Hotel St. Pierre®, a French Quarter Inns® Hotel
3 out of 5
911 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$170 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 3-star historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025

Hotel St. Pierre®, a French Quarter Inns® Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around New Orleans East Area

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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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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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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 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.

Faubourg Marigny
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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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

New Orleans East Area Travel Guide

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