Waggaman Travel Guide
New Orleans
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Things to do
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in Waggaman
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
The front of entrance has a very strong odor. The area is a little run down however, once inside the front lobby is nice. The rooms do need updating but they are clean overall 3 star
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
The lobby bar makes the best drinks! Friendly staff from valet to housekeeping!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The staff were all incredibly friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
The location made things easy. The room was clean and had everything we needed.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
The negative: Lighting in the room was awful, especially if you don’t get one with a view. Trying to work the TV with the remote became the bane of my existence. Bathroom doors was second to that. This next one I understand isn’t really something the staff can control, but be careful walking from ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waggaman
Audubon
While you're in Audubon, take in top sights like Audubon Zoo or Magazine Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Exposition Stop or Saint Charles at Calhoun Stop.
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Audubon Zoo or Magazine Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Tulane/Loyola Stop or St. Charles at Tulane University 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.
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.
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.
Central City
Consider a visit to House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum 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.
