Irish Channel 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.
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 acclaimed art galleries 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.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Things to do
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Top hotels in Irish Channel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"Amazing location, right in the hub but gives enough breathing space to relax from the energy of New Orleans. Chose a room that opened onto the pool , so convenient. Water pressure in shower hit and miss . However , Gorg bedroom decor . The amenities in bathroom simple and towels quite small , but ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
"The facility was nice, a little outdated. The staff was excellent. The location is convenient."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
"1. Cleanliness. The day before we were to leave we found a hot pink tampon applicator on the floor of the closet as well as a dead cockroach over an inch long. We didn’t call the desk. Check out was next day. It was so gross. Also the inside of the toilet has built up black gunk of some kind in the ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"A beautiful hotel with the awesome Carousel Bar. The location is excellent."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
"I slept horrible every night the bed was not comfortable and the hall carpet was very nasty and I warn everyone there is a 50 dollar a day for parking that was a surprise to have to pay for parking after paying 600 and something for the room they never tell u this up front only to be surprised when ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"The front desk staff did a great job explaining all the perks. The room was always clean. I'm not sure how housekeeping got in and out of there so quickly! They're very good!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Irish Channel
Touro
When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Smoothie King Center or National World War II Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople Stop.
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.
Lower Garden District
Travellers love Lower Garden District for its beautiful gardens, and you can see more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Port of New Orleans and Magazine Street.
Faubourg Lafayette
When in Faubourg Lafayette and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or Port of New Orleans and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St. Charles at Melpomene Stop or Saint Charles at Martin Luther King Jr. Stop.
Central City
Consider a visit to Mckenna Museum of African American Art 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.
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.
