Visit Faubourg Lafayette
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 great live music in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
National World War II Museum
Personal accounts, films and artifacts provide a thorough and informative look at World War II.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Things to do
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
Top hotels in Faubourg Lafayette
Maison St Charles
Overall this was a great hotel for our stay at New Orleans. The rooms weren't the best but they were perfect for what we needed. Nitpick issues: - There were no plugs next to one of the beds. - No light fixture meaning you needed to use lamps
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Nice place to stay. Close to everything.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The staff was so friendly and very helpful from beginning to end. The location was amazing it was right around the corner from Bourbon Street and a ton of restaurants and shopping. 10/10 definitely recommend and will be staying again!!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Staff was wonderful
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
The staff here are amazing.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
The Westin New Orleans
Amazing location, ambiance and decor. I will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Faubourg Lafayette
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.
Lower Garden District
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.
Garden District
Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or Magazine Street while you're exploring the area.
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 Caesars Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street 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.
Irish Channel
If you're spending some time in Irish Channel, Magazine Street and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
