Esplanade Ridge Travel Guide
New Orleans
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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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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 renowned jazz scene and fascinating museums 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 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 great live music in this walkable area.
Things to do
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Top hotels in Esplanade Ridge
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
The location was okay but it was VERY loud (both from outside and inside). The rooms are dated, showing a lot of signs of wear and weren't very clean. We made the best of it but I don't think we'd choose to stay here again.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
This hotel was absolutely stunning!!! And the staff was extremely kind and went above and beyond to make sure I felt safe and had fun!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The shower faucet was broken, the water will give you 3rd degree burns, please be careful.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
French Market Inn
Plenty of shops and restaurants extremely close by. Everything that we needed was in walking distance. The staff was friendly and polite. Beds were super comfortable.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
I booked a double room and upon arrival after 8 hours of travel the hotel did not ain in accommodating my reservation at their location nor at a sister property. There was no compensation for the night spent in the single bed room aside for a breakfast voucher. The next day after moving to another ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
Absolutely wonderful hotel, staff and location
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Esplanade Ridge
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.
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 Canal Street or Caesars Superdome and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at Galvez Stop or Canal at Tonti Stop.
French Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Faubourg Marigny
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. You can visit top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs, and jump on the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.
