West Riverside Travel Guide
New Orleans
Visit West Riverside
Popular places to visit
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.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the renowned jazz scene and great live music 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 fascinating museums 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 great live music 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 renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Top hotels in West Riverside
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
They need thicker bed spreads. Sleeping in sleets makes it hard to sleep comfortably and on a hard mattress. Other than that, great staff, excellent location, and clean room.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
We really enjoyed the river view and the bar.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Great location & wonderful staff
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The stay was very relaxing. The hotel was clean and beautiful, the staff very helpfull. We were right at Bourbon St, making everything in the French Quarter easy walking access. The pool area was quite amd clean, with comfortable seating. The one issue we did have. Anyone we had talked to onnthe ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
The hotel was lovely, my room was spacious and very clean! The breakfast was really good! I came as a solo traveler and the hotel was close to so many things and it was just convenient! The staff were so lovely! David checked me and he was lovely! I’ll definitely will be staying here again when I ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
The staff were friendly and accommodating. The hotel was just ok.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Riverside
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.
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.
Milan
When in Milan and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or National World War II Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St. Charles at Foucher Stop or St. Charles at Lousiana 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.
Irish Channel
If you're spending some time in Irish Channel, Magazine Street and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
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.
