New Orleans East Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

bridge over the Mississippi river
The Cajun Encounters tour took me to the Honey Island Swamp where I saw my first up-close, wild alligator. Not just one, but a whole bunch! Not to mention the turtles and local birds that are a lot different from the birds I'm used to in the north. 

Our tour guide, Bishop, was fantastic. He was funny, personal, and knew his stuff. He also managed to attract not just gators but wild pigs as well. 

If I go back to New Orleans--no--WHEN I go back, I fully intend on going on this tour again.
New Orleans East Area
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Our pick of the best New Orleans East Area Hotel Deals

Trident Inn & Suites, New Orleans

Trident Inn & Suites, New Orleans

2.5 out of 5
12340 I-10 Service Rd New Orleans LA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Clean, smells good, EXCELLENT customer service and nice staff! Great breakfast!

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Trident Inn & Suites, New Orleans
Super 8 by Wyndham New Orleans

Super 8 by Wyndham New Orleans

2 out of 5
6322 Chef Menteur Hwy New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$111 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$111
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this motel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
The service was great and wonderful

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham New Orleans
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$247 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$247
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (5,174 reviews)
Awesome location and very friendly staff

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter

Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter

3 out of 5
317 N. Rampart New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$186 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$186
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,189 reviews)
The staff was excellent. The hotel is in a great location! Everything is walkable.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St. New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$358 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$358
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,047 reviews)
Water pressure so minimal it was just a trickle, unable to shower. Water needed to run for 20-30 min to get hot.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans

4.5 out of 5
100 Iberville Street New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$315 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$315
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (2,573 reviews)
The concierge, Roxie McCovins is top shelf, very helpful and attentive to all our questions. She really does go above and beyond! Be ready for parking if you drive in, it is an extra $50+ a day to park in the hotel parking structure which to me seemed like they are milking the guests. No help from ...

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

The Westin New Orleans
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Other neighbourhoods around New Orleans East Area

New Orleans, LA. USA. December 2019. View of the famous bridge that gives entry to Crescent Park, a beautiful and scenic park in the Marigny / Bywater area outside the French Quarter.

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.

Bywater
Frenchmen Street featuring street scenes and night scenes

Faubourg Marigny

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Faubourg Marigny
Saint Augustine Church which includes a church or cathedral and a sunset

Tremé

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture & History.

Tremé
French Quarter showing a city, street scenes and heritage architecture

French Quarter

4.5/5(113 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
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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.

Algiers
A tour of St. Louise cemetery is a must , while in New Orleans.

Mid-City District

If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Degas House Historic Home Courtyard and Inn or Fair Grounds Race Course and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.

Mid-City District


New Orleans East Area Travel Guide

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