Bucktown 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 renowned jazz scene and great live music 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 great live music 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 renowned jazz scene 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
Jean Lafitte Swamp & Bayou Boat Tour from New Orleans
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Top hotels in Bucktown
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
I was with children- not the place to bring children. Very busy area. Valet parking is bad.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Yes, breakfast menu is fresh daily. The room & surroundings are clean.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Rooms were very clean staff was friendly only issuse were with the elevators they had to be manually triggered by staff at one point as they were going on and off line
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The room was clean and although we are so close to all of action in the French Quarter, it was easy to sleep at night. The hotel staff is very friendly and helpful. We would happily stay here again!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Clean room, facility. Great location. Staff was attentive and friendly. Parking was expensive to other properties in the area.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
Room was clean and well kept up. Filtered water at the hydration station was clean and drinkable. Room coffee was replenished each day. Location was convenient but quiet enough to sleep well.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 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 Louisiana Museum of African American History and Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Yulman Stadium or Audubon Zoo 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.
