Riverbend 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 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 Riverbend
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Stayed for my birthday weekend celebration and had a great time! Clean, fabulous pool, friendly staff, and great breakfast in the morning. Will be back!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Great
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
The hotel is a gem in the middle of the French Quarter. It has a combination of classic elegance and modern conveniences that hit you as soon as you walk in. The rooms are very modern with all types of lifting controls including motion sensors under the bed that turn on soft lights if you get up ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
The hotel was clean and quiet. Lloyd on the front desk was fantastic. Very polite and professional. He arranged extra amenities in the room. When asked for directions he was very knowledgeable and gave great recommendations of where to visit. Fairly cheap considering the hotel is only one block from ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
New Orleans Marriott
We arrived at 3am as the flight was delayed, I texted the front desk to let them know, the night manager responded. We were told the room was over booked and we were staying in the Sheraton across the road in New Orleans. Fortunately because I had let them know the situation they suddenly found us ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
French Market Inn
Outstanding everything
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riverbend
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Audubon Zoo or Magazine Street 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.
Audubon
While you're in Audubon, take in top sights like Audubon Zoo or Magazine Street, 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.
Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Smoothie King Center or National World War II Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople Stop.
Central City
Consider a visit to House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Central City. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at St. Charles at Felicity Stop or St. Charles at Euterpe Stop.
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.
