Popular places to visit
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.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
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.
Port of New Orleans
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries 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
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Top hotels in Willowdale
The Westin New Orleans
Perfect location.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
New Orleans Marriott
Everything met our needs! We didn’t have a chance to eat the food because we were eating out with family, but we had the most comfortable stay and professional and courteous staff, as it should be! I highly recommend the Marriott! We were on the 34th floor asked if we could be close to an elevator ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
No room service even though it says so on your website. No room service for anything on New Years Day and not advertised.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful, room was clean. The balcony view was amazing.. the food was not good at all, tasted like it was heated up in a microwave. With one exception the beignet with strawberries were delicious and we had it twice while we stayed there..
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
Breakfast was not tasty fairly cold and expensive
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
Staff great!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Willowdale
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Tulane Stadium or Yulman Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Tulane/Loyola Stop or St. Charles at Tulane University Stop.
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.
Audubon
While you're in Audubon, take in top sights like Audubon Zoo or Tulane Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Exposition Stop or Saint Charles at Calhoun Stop.
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.
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.
Tulane - Gravier
When in Tulane - Gravier and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or Canal Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at Galvez Stop or Canal at Tonti Stop.
