West End Travel 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 fascinating museums and renowned jazz scene 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 fascinating museums 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
Mardi Gras World featuring interior views and art

Mardi Gras World

4.5/5(12 reviews)

See how the floats for New Orleans’ world-famous annual fiesta are put together in this museum with a difference.

Mardi Gras World

Activities

Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise

Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

AU$85
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

AU$85
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access
steamboat Natchez on river in New Orleans

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

AU$65
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Hop On Hop Off New Orleans

City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Bus Tour

AU$67
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Bus Tour
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour

New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour

AU$33
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour
alligators in New Orleans

Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans

AU$101
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans
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Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals

Old 77 Hotel
Old 77 Hotel
4 out of 5
535 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$199 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$199
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,017 reviews)
"Everything was magnificent"

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Old 77 Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$251 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$251
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (3,372 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. Thank you"

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

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$157 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$157
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
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! (3,688 reviews)
"The front desk staff were excellent at this location. I think they are doing the best with the conditions they work in. The housekeeping staff really needs to tighten up. They need to clean the carpets and wash the walls, keep the guest bathrooms up to par with deep cleaning."

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
Le Méridien New Orleans
Le Méridien New Orleans
4 out of 5
333 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$226 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$226
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (987 reviews)
"Very convenient for downtown stay. Excellent staff. Ms Joy @ check in is truly a joy!! Greeting upon arrival, pleasant, and made great recommendations"

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Le Méridien New Orleans
The Westin New Orleans
The Westin New Orleans
4.5 out of 5
100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$269 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$269
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,390 reviews)
"Quick getaway trip. This is the spot. The staff was amazing, our room was very clean. We enjoyed the river view!! Our hotel sits on top of the mall. We will return!!"

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

The Westin New Orleans
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
4 out of 5
2 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$290 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
AU$290
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Better than advertised"

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

Hilton New Orleans Riverside
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Other neighbourhoods around West End

New Orleans Museum of Art which includes art and interior views

City Park

While you're in City Park, take in top sights like City Park or Louisiana Children's Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Museum of Art Stop or North Carrollton at Dumaine Stop.

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Mid-City

Appreciated for its gardens and live music, you might consider exploring Mid-City. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dreux Monument, and jump on the metro at Canal at Lopez Stop or Canal at Jeff Davis Stop to get around the city.

Mid-City
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.

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Gentilly

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

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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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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

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