East Riverside Travel Guide
New Orleans
Visit East Riverside
Popular places to visit
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.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
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.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, a top convention centre in New Orleans. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable area.
Caesars New Orleans Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Caesars New Orleans Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in New Orleans? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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.
Things to do
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in East Riverside
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"This hotel was in a great location, clean the beds and pillows were absolutely amazing My only critique was the closet was too narrow to put your suitcase in without fully unpacking. And there was nowhere to put your suitcase in the room with the layout. Because I was only there for two nights this ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
"Qc didn’t feel like it worked well enough to get cold. Breakfast did say included when booking but you do have to pay for it."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
"Great location on Canal street!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"The room I stayed in, the wallpaper was peeling. Looked like some minor water damage. If you happen to obtain a tour credit, the staff isn’t very knowledgeable about it, that’s including the concierge. I enjoyed the stay nonetheless."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"Staff was always polite, pleasant and helpful"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Riverside
Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like National World War II Museum or Lafayette Cemetery and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople Stop.
Irish Channel
If you're spending some time in Irish Channel, Magazine Street and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
Garden District
Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or Magazine Street while you're exploring the area.
Uptown Historic District
Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in Uptown Historic District. Top attractions like Audubon Zoo and Magazine Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at St. Charles at Jefferson Stop or St. Charles at Valmont Stop to see more of the city.
Lower Garden District
Travellers love Lower Garden District for its beautiful gardens, and you can see more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Port of New Orleans and National World War II Museum.
Central City
Consider a visit to House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Central City. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at St. Charles at Felicity Stop or St. Charles at Euterpe Stop.
