Eastern Louisiana Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cypress trees at Caddo Lake State Park, Eastern Texas near Louisiana border
Cypress trees at Caddo Lake State Park, Eastern Texas near Louisiana border
All graves are above ground in New Orleans because the city is build on a swamp and water levels are too high to bury coffins six feet under, making for some particularly gorgeous cemeteries.
It is so beautiful out there.
One of the prettiest buildings in New Orleans.

Where to stay in Eastern Louisiana

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
Canal Street showing a city and street scenes

New Orleans Central Business District

4/5(98 area reviews)

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

New Orleans Central Business District
National World War II Museum which includes a city, street scenes and a bridge

Arts/Warehouse District

4/5(6 area reviews)

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.

Arts/Warehouse District
Colorful azaleas bloom in the Garden District of New Orleans creating a vibrant spring atmosphere

Garden District

5/5(2 area reviews)

Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or New Orleans Fire Museum Fire Station while you're exploring the area.

Garden District
Panoramic view of New Orleans over the Mississippi

Lower Garden District

4/5(13 area reviews)

Travellers love Lower Garden District for its beautiful gardens, and you can see more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Port of New Orleans and National World War II Museum.

Lower Garden District
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Uptown Historic District

4/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Uptown Historic District
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St New Orleans LA
The price is 2.329.074 ₫ per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
2.329.074 ₫
3.551.968 ₫ total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,992 reviews)
Great Staff, Nice room, large TV but lacking streaming access. TV guide not working. Bad windows, very noisy in the evening.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans

4.5 out of 5
100 Rue Iberville New Orleans LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 4.421.581 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
4.421.581 ₫
6.149.470 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,436 reviews)
This has beautiful views, comfortable bedding, & great walkable location. The hidden tourism tax & extra fees are disappointing

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Westin New Orleans
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

5 out of 5
130 Roosevelt Way New Orleans LA
The price is 6.069.185 ₫ per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
6.069.185 ₫
7.183.795 ₫ total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Room was beautiful and clean, and having real glasses and coffee cups was wonderful!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
California Building

California Building

2 out of 5
1111 Tulane Ave New Orleans LA
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canal Street and Caesars Superdome are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (61 reviews)
The staff was great. Very nice and helpful. The room was spotless. I came for my birthday, and it was a solo trip. This place was perfect for me. Felt safe and could walk to everything. I would definitely stay here again when I come back. Also, the bonus is having a game room.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

California Building
Memoir Warehouse District

Memoir Warehouse District

4 out of 5
808 Constance Street New Orleans LA
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions National World War II Museum and Caesars New Orleans ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (290 reviews)
Clean room with plenty of space at a great price.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Memoir Warehouse District
Spacious Modern Condos near French Quarter

Spacious Modern Condos near French Quarter

4 out of 5
925 Common St New Orleans LA
Stay at this aparthotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canal Street and Caesars New ...
7.8/10 Good! (162 reviews)
The space of the condo was perfect for our needs. We had 5 people. Everything was clean. Location walkable to most places.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Spacious Modern Condos near French Quarter
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Cities near Eastern Louisiana