Bucktown Travel Guide
New Orleans


Popular places to visit

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 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 acclaimed art galleries 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 renowned jazz scene 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 great live music in this walkable area.
Things to do

New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour

Jean Lafitte Swamp & Bayou Boat Tour from New Orleans

Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise

Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Top hotels in Bucktown

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Very nice staff.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Friendly staff and great rooms.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Room was nice clean and fine. Wish there was a closet to hang my dresses. Bed was very comfy
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
Very courteous staff, and great service! Went during Mardi Gras and was quite busy but very nice.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
Beautiful hotel, very clean and courteous staff. Felt safe and really loved the views all around.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

New Orleans Marriott
Great customer service and spacious rooms with great view and right outside the parades were amazing and a walking distance. Loved it
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bucktown

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 Degas House Historic Home Courtyard and Inn or Fair Grounds Race Course and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.

Tulane - Gravier
When in Tulane - Gravier and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canal Street or Caesars Superdome and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at Galvez Stop or Canal at Tonti 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.

Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Yulman Stadium or Prytania Theatre 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.

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.
