West Riverside 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
Jean Lafitte Swamp & Bayou Boat Tour from New Orleans
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
Top hotels in West Riverside
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Our room, had the two beds we asked for, but it was on the 9th floor and tucked away in a weird hidey-hole area that was only accessible by going down ten steps. Extremely difficult when hauling luggage. We stood in line about 30 Minutes to register the night we arrived. Only one desk clerk was available, ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The property is real outdated. It smelled old but the room was clean. It had this creepy picture above the bed while the walls were made of brick. I did not like this hotel at all. I left and reserved another hotel.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Westin New Orleans
The room was very spacious and clean staff was great on handle and very professional with exception service
Reviewed on 9 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
Good location, clean, great breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Mar 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 Prytania Theatre and Audubon Zoo 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 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.
Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Lafayette Cemetery or St. Elizabeth's Orphanage Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople Stop.
Milan
When in Milan and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or Lafayette Cemetery and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St. Charles at Foucher Stop or St. Charles at Lousiana Stop.
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Yulman Stadium or Prytania Theatre 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.
