West End Travel Guide
New Orleans
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 fascinating museums and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
National World War II Museum
Personal accounts, films and artifacts provide a thorough and informative look at World War II.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
Jean Lafitte Swamp & Bayou Boat Tour from New Orleans
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Top hotels in West End
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
Service was great, everything was very clean . Great place to stay
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Staff was very helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
The Westin New Orleans
Clean rooms, great location!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
New Orleans Marriott
Very clean. Nice lobby for hanging out. Easy walk to French Quarter. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Room was great a bit dusty in the vents but otherwise great
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
All good
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West End
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 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.
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 Central Business District
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Caesars Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.
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.
