South 7th Ward Travel Guide
New Orleans
Visit South 7th Ward
Things to do
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans
Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium Ticket
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in South 7th Ward
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"Staff was very friendly and the pool was amazing on those ultra hot days!"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
The Westin New Orleans
"Room service too slow Many additional charges were added at checkout and valet parking was overcharged"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
New Orleans Marriott
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
"Loved the location of the property and the rooms were spacious and very comfortable. Everything was very clean and had a ceiling fan in addition to ac that was a nice touch. My only disappointment was that we were placed in the Lafayette section on the exterior wall of the hotel and there was a bar ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"This is a beautiful, historic property with impeccable service. We stayed in the Riverview Suite that had spectacular views from every room. This was one of the most comfortable beds we have ever slept on and the 100% down pillows were dreamy. The hotel is very old, so rooms are smaller, but still ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Where to stay in South 7th Ward
- French Quarter
- New Orleans Central Business District
- Arts/Warehouse District
- Garden District
- Lower Garden District
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.
New Orleans Central Business District
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Caesars Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.
Arts/Warehouse District
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. Top attractions like Contemporary Arts Center and National World War II Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.
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.
