Whitney Travel Guide
New Orleans
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 Whitney

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
The hotel is in a great location. Was charged a $25 fee that included: 2 free passes for the trollies ( never recieved) a water bottle to use T the flavored water machine ( anyone could use it ), 15 dollars off at the restaurant attached( took the 15 off and added 18% automatic gratuity without telling ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Stayed at the Bourbon Orleans hotel 4 nights and had no regrets. Our room was roomy, comfortable and uncluttered. Never had to wait long for the elevators. The courtyard pool area was nice and well-cared for. We ate a delicious breakfast at the properties' restaurant. The concierge was more than ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Westin New Orleans
Clean, friendly, centrally located for everything, big room with river view.
Reviewed on 10 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
Clean room. Staff helpful.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

French Market Inn
This is a unique hotel, with many rooms located in the back off of a courtyard. This setting is lovely. The rooms are spacious, but not modern and a bit dark. The decor is somewhat old fashioned as well, perhaps that's deliberate to give the hotel an old charm feel.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whitney

Algiers
River views, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of Algiers. Make a stop by Mississippi River or Algiers Ferry Terminal while you're exploring.

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.

Faubourg Marigny
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.

Arts/Warehouse District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. Top attractions like National World War II Museum and The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk are major draws, and you can catch the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.

French Quarter
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.

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 Bourbon Street, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.
