New Orleans East Area Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Bourbon Street showing street scenes and a city

Bourbon Street

The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.

Bourbon Street
Canal Street showing signage

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.

Canal Street
Port of New Orleans

Port of New Orleans

Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the great live music and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.

Port of New Orleans
Caesars Superdome

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.

Caesars Superdome
National World War II Museum featuring interior views and aircraft

National World War II Museum

Personal accounts, films and artifacts provide a thorough and informative look at World War II.

National World War II Museum
Tulane University

Tulane University

Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.

Tulane University

Things to do

Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required

Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required

฿9,239
per adult
Fly a Plane in New Orleans: No Experience or License Required
New Orleans VIP Sightseeing Flight with Champagne & Chocolates or Wine & Cheese

New Orleans VIP Sightseeing Flight with Champagne & Chocolates or Wine & Cheese

฿6,402
per adult
New Orleans VIP Sightseeing Flight with Champagne & Chocolates or Wine & Cheese
New Orleans Night Sightseeing Flight

New Orleans Night Sightseeing Flight

฿6,142
per adult
New Orleans Night Sightseeing Flight
New Orleans Helicopter City Tour

New Orleans Helicopter City Tour

฿7,424
per adult
New Orleans Helicopter City Tour
Aerial Tour

New Orleans Sightseeing Flight

฿5,277
per adult
New Orleans Sightseeing Flight
New Orleans City Lights Night Helicopter Tour

New Orleans City Lights Night Helicopter Tour

฿9,876
per adult
New Orleans City Lights Night Helicopter Tour
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Top hotels in New Orleans East Area

Trident Inn & Suites, New Orleans

Trident Inn & Suites, New Orleans

2.5 out of 5
12340 I-10 Service Rd, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.6/10 (1,003 reviews)
"We were traveling last minute to New Orleans for an appointment with the passport office. Didn’t want to stay in the heart of downtown so we chose the Trident. The rate was very reasonable. The rooms are older but the bed was clean and it was a very quiet evening to rest. The shower walls were peeling ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

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Trident Inn & Suites, New Orleans
Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is ฿3,177 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿3,177
฿4,498 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,880 reviews)
"Tangela. Kenny and the entire staff were very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
The price is ฿2,822 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿2,822
฿4,305 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,260 reviews)
"I loved everything except there is a liquor store across the street and there is activity all evening. There is a Sheriff standing outside keeping watch so I felt safe"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG

InterContinental New Orleans by IHG

4 out of 5
444 St Charles Ave New Orleans Louisiana, New Orleans, LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,973 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿2,973
฿4,605 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,466 reviews)
"Great choice for family vacation."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
Hyatt Centric French Quarter

Hyatt Centric French Quarter

4 out of 5
800 Iberville Street, New Orleans, LA
The price is ฿2,824 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿2,824
฿4,302 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,668 reviews)
"Excellent stay! I was worried about noise considering it’s only one block away from Bourbon street but our room was absolutely silent! It was like sleeping on a cruise ship We loved the mattress and pillows and the air conditioning gets a 10/10 I only have positive things to say! All interactions ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Hyatt Centric French Quarter
Four Points By Sheraton French Quarter

Four Points By Sheraton French Quarter

3.5 out of 5
541 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
The price is ฿3,563 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿3,563
฿4,192 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,188 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Four Points By Sheraton French Quarter
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Other neighbourhoods around New Orleans East Area

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Viavant - Venetian Isles

While visiting Viavant - Venetian Isles, you might make a stop by sights like King Hung Shrine and Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge.

Viavant - Venetian Isles
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Bywater

Live music, bars and historical sites are some highlights of Bywater. Make a stop by Decatur Street or Mississippi River while you're exploring.

Bywater
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Faubourg Marigny

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Faubourg Marigny
St Louis Cemetery which includes heritage elements

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.

Mid-City District
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Tremé

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and Louisiana Museum of African American History.

Tremé
French Quarter featuring a city, heritage architecture and street scenes

French Quarter

4.5/5(151 area reviews)

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.

French Quarter

New Orleans East Area Travel Guide