Willowdale 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
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 Willowdale
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Very convenient location for those wanting to be near Bourbon Street. Room was just enough for what we needed. Check in and check out were by very easy.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Everything was nice and clean.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
The bathroom I felt needed a better cleaning.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Beautiful hotel in a great location! Staff is incredible, very kind and helpful. Our main issue was with the poor water pressure in the shower and the water sometimes took up to 15 minutes to heat up. Otherwise the room was nice, a little outdated but very comfortable and quiet.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
My two kids and I got there an hour before check in. The staff was absolutely amazing, front desk and Valet were super helpful. The room was very clean, very nice and the hospitality was perfect.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
I stayed for five nights, but only had housekeeping services once. I understand that they only clean every other day, but that meant at least two days of clean towels and changed trash. Not for me! Plus about a block in every direction from this hotel felt a little sketchy…there are hundreds of hotels ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Willowdale
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Yulman Stadium or Audubon Zoo 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.
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.
Audubon
While you're in Audubon, take in top sights like Audubon Zoo or Yulman Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Exposition Stop or Saint Charles at Calhoun Stop.
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.
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.
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.
