West Riverside Travel Guide
New Orleans
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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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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 acclaimed art galleries 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 fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
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
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
Top hotels in West Riverside
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"The location 1/2 block off Bourbon Street was perfect, not so noisy at night, easy to walk every where in the city center."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
"The facility was nice, a little outdated. The staff was excellent. The location is convenient."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
"I would stay there again. The location was great!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"A beautiful hotel with the awesome Carousel Bar. The location is excellent."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
"The hotel is super nice and checking in was an easy process, i’m not sure the guy who helped us but he was great!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"You can't beat the location - on the edge of the Quarter, across the street from the streat car line, 3 blocks from Bourbon and the St. Charles street car, walkable to the art district. My only rub is that the property charges a "destination fee" which is really a cost that should be reflected in ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Riverside
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.
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.
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.
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.
Irish Channel
If you're spending some time in Irish Channel, Magazine Street and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
Garden District
Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or Magazine Street while you're exploring the area.
