Fairgrounds Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Fair Grounds Race Course
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Fair Grounds Race Course during your visit to New Orleans? Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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
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 Fairgrounds
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The hotel was great. Bourbon st. And all the french quarter are right there. We didnt have to drive anywhere, its all within walking distance. They also helped us book trips to the plantations, city tour, and cruise on the Mississippi. The bed was very comfortable and the room was clean. Could have ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Everything was fine-staff excellent in hospitality - the hotel is ok-definitely paying for the convenience and location- property is “well worn “
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Staff was very good, especially house keeping. Every little detail was maticulous in my room. Best house keeping I've ever experienced. Lots of shopping and restaurants downstairs. There is even a tsa-pre office (which I used). The only thing that was a little shaky was self parking. It is really ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Perfect location with lots of history for a visit to New Orleans. Everything you want is within walking distance. Very comfortable rooms! Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Great location if you want to be near every thing without being in the party areas. Having a kitchen is a plus
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
Good location, friendly staff. Only issue was the ceiling in the shower. The plaster was bubbled, thick and chipping
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fairgrounds
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
