Lakewood Travel Guide
New Orleans
Popular places to visit
Longue Vue House and Gardens
Wander colorful gardens dotted with fountains and experience the lavish lifestyle of a wealthy early 20th-century New Orleans family at this historic attraction.
Metairie Cemetery
Find out about the history of New Orleans when you take a trip to Metairie Cemetery. Experience the great live music 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 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.
Things to do
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
Manchac Swamp & Bayou Tour by Boat
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
Top hotels in Lakewood
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
The staff was very friendly and rooms were very clean
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Great time and a fun place
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Everything was great; the only thing was the clogged sink. Took a little of our time away from the city. However, the staff was friendly and took care of the issue.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Westin New Orleans
Needs modernizing
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
Large rooms, very clean and nice staff!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Clean room, great staff, really cool place
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lakewood
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.
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.
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.
Audubon
While you're in Audubon, take in top sights like Audubon Zoo or Yulman Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Exposition Stop or Saint Charles at Calhoun 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.
