River Ridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and great live music 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.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Activities
New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Tour
Our pick of the best River Ridge Hotel Deals
New Orleans Marriott
Clean, well appointed, comfortable room. Nice staff
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Very friendly they treated us like a rockstar lol loved it
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Check in was easy. The lady helping us was very knowledgeable friendly and accommodating. Room was clean. The ONLY issue I had was valet. You give them your ticket. 10 min later they put you on a shuttle to a garage. There someone gets your vehicle. All of these guys wanting a tip! Tipping THREE ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
Perfect location!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
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Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
Perfect for our stay- walkable, in the middle of everything if you are visiting for Mardi Gras festivities or need a central location to access transportation, restaurants and bars, shopping, etc Staff was great, the gym was clean and has a great view, heated pool was a bonus, fun bar and nice restaurant. ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Ridge
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.
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Yulman Stadium or Audubon Zoo 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.
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.
Mid-City
Appreciated for its gardens and live music, you might consider exploring Mid-City. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dreux Monument, and jump on the metro at Canal at Lopez Stop or Canal at Jeff Davis Stop to get around the city.
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.
Central City
Consider a visit to House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Central City. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at St. Charles at Felicity Stop or St. Charles at Euterpe Stop.
