Esplanade Ridge Travel Guide
New Orleans
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Top hotels in Esplanade Ridge
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Breakfast opened late, so no place to get coffee at 7:00 in the morning. The buffet was mediocre at best. Place looks worn out.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
This historic hotel offers a prime location, a unique bar, a great restaurant, and a great rooftop pool with beautiful views.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Location to nearby sites, aesthetics, and cleanliness were wonderful. The added daily “resort fee” wasn’t great, though I did appreciate the hotel offering perks in return ($15 food/beverage credit, free walking tour options). I also did not like having the hotel attached to the mall as it requires ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
My sheets under the blanket were filthy, not cleaned/replaced and had hair strands
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
French Market Inn
Everything was amazing! From front staff to bellmen to housekeeping. Great location, very clean property and AMAZING location for the French Quarter Festival. Highly recommend and will be staying here again next year for the Fest!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 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 Louisiana Museum of African American History and Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.
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.
