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
"The stay, the property, the people were all wonderful. If you are on a tighter budget though, parking is a huge issue and and even bigger expense. Worth it for the location, located within steps of the cathedral and waterfront. Bourban St also just steps away. Perfect stop."
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"The facility was nice, a little outdated.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
"I would stay there again. The location was great!"
Reviewed on 28 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
"The hotel is super nice and checking in was an easy process, i’m not sure the guy who helped us but he was great!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"You can't beat the location - on the edge of the Quarter, across the street from the streat car line, 3 blocks from Bourbon and the St. Charles street car, walkable to the art district. My only rub is that the property charges a "destination fee" which is really a cost that should be reflected in ..."
Reviewed on 26 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.
