River Ridge Travel Guide
New Orleans
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Popular places to visit
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene 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 fascinating museums 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 acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Things to do
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in River Ridge
The Westin New Orleans
Perfect location.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
New Orleans Marriott
Good
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Staff were friendly and courteous
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Clean rooms, friendly staff, outdoor heated salt water pool, gorgeous decor, and walkable to all the festivities and restaurants on Bourbon St and the surrounding area. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
I always stay at the Sheraton, convenient to everything.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
The staff was very helpful and friendly, the only issue we had was the cost of parking, even self parking will cost around $30 per day.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around River Ridge
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
