Jefferson Travel Guide
New Orleans
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
National World War II Museum
Personal accounts, films and artifacts provide a thorough and informative look at World War II.
Mardi Gras World
Get an inside view into preparations for one of the world’s most famous annual festivals.
Things to do
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Court of Two Sisters Jazz Brunch Buffet
Top hotels in Jefferson
Brent House Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Great!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
New Orleans Marriott
Clean rooms friendly staff and amenities
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The Room was nice and Hotel was convenient to the Quarter
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful, room was clean. The balcony view was amazing.. the food was not good at all, tasted like it was heated up in a microwave. With one exception the beignet with strawberries were delicious and we had it twice while we stayed there..
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
The property rooms needs some renovations. Hotel is located closed to bourbon street and French quarter. I enjoyed the Starbucks shop in the lobby area. I had a wonderful stay in New Orleans….
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jefferson
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Tulane Stadium or Yulman Stadium 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.
Audubon
While you're in Audubon, take in top sights like Audubon Zoo or Tulane 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 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.
Mid-City District
If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Fair Grounds Race Course or Mahalia Jackson Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.
Tulane - Gravier
When in Tulane - Gravier and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or Canal Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at Galvez Stop or Canal at Tonti Stop.
