Esplanade Ridge Travel Guide
New Orleans
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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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries 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.
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 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
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in Esplanade Ridge
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
I was very happy with my experience at Wyndham. Our room was clean and comfortable, the staff was attentive to our needs, and our location was perfect.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Great location, walkable to many of the must see snd must eat places. But we found a cockroach, and when we told the staff nothing was done
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Westin New Orleans
The Hotel Sits on a shopping mall. Is very nice
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
This was a great stay. The staff were great. The rooms were clean. It was great. Centrally located but far enough away from there crazy of Bourbon Street to relax.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Stayed here when visiting NOLA to go to the Saenger theatre. Self Parking was easy with a lot right in front. Definitely walkable to everything in the French Quarter
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Esplanade Ridge
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
