Lakewood Travel Guide
New Orleans
Popular places to visit
Metairie Cemetery
Find out about the history of New Orleans when you take a trip to Metairie Cemetery. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this walkable area.
Longue Vue House and Gardens
Wander colorful gardens dotted with fountains and experience the lavish lifestyle of a wealthy early 20th-century New Orleans family at this historic attraction.
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.
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 Lakewood
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Very clean
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
You’re right in the heart of everything with a knowledgeable concierge and accommodating staff
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
New Orleans Marriott
The room was clean, but the guests were somewhat noisy. Staff is always great, polite and professional.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Great location.. And the hotel staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Westin New Orleans
Hotel staff was friendly and accommodating. Breakfast in room was delicious. Drinks at the bar were impressive.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Clean room good breakfast
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lakewood
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.
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.
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.
Tremé
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.
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.
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.
