West Lake Forest Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Bourbon Street showing street scenes and a city

Bourbon Street

4/5(56 reviews)

The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.

Bourbon Street
Canal Street showing signage

Canal Street

4/5(72 reviews)

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.

Canal Street
Caesars Superdome

Caesars Superdome

4/5(14 reviews)

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.

Caesars Superdome
Port of New Orleans

Port of New Orleans

4/5(38 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this walkable area.

Port of New Orleans
National World War II Museum showing aircraft and interior views

National World War II Museum

4.5/5(17 reviews)

World War II is brought to life at America's premier war repository.

National World War II Museum
Tulane University

Tulane University

4/5(6 reviews)

Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

Tulane University

Activities

Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise

Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

NZ$91
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

NZ$91
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access
steamboat Natchez on river in New Orleans

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

NZ$70
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
alligators in New Orleans

Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans

NZ$108
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour

New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour

NZ$36
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Murder Tour
Go City: New Orleans All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: New Orleans All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

NZ$123
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Go City: New Orleans All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions
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Our pick of the best West Lake Forest Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
4.5 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon, New Orleans, LA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$197 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (3,485 reviews)
I would absolutely stay again
"My stay at the Crowne Plaza was very nice. The staff was very friendly and professional as well as helpful. The only complaint I had was there was no room maintenance and I had to call for towels the next evening."

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
The Westin New Orleans
The Westin New Orleans
4.5 out of 5
100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans, LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$290 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,343 reviews)
An Honest Review
"Let me get my complaint out the way first: Valet Parking. Too expensive to be so slow. Moving on. Check in was a breeze, the room was decently cleaned..although I did find a rogue few hairs in the shower and bathroom floor. The water in the shower took a while to get Hot. The bed seemed clean, as ..."

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2024

The Westin New Orleans
Old 77 Hotel
Old 77 Hotel
4 out of 5
535 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$187 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,996 reviews)
Nice stay!
"Great hotel with a good restaurant. Spot is close to everything like casino, restaurant, french quarter, bar, shopping, etc"

Reviewed on 11 Nov. 2024

Old 77 Hotel
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
4 out of 5
124 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$211 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,388 reviews)
"General condition Good, Personal Good, Location Excellent, close and easy access to most important attractions"

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$264 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,331 reviews)
"We had a great time. Staff were very helpful"

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2024

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
4 out of 5
601 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$332 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,197 reviews)
"Great property with a ton of amenities, steps away from Smoothie King Center and Superdome"

Reviewed on 11 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Regency New Orleans
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Other neighbourhoods around West Lake Forest

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New Orleans East Area

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Visitors to New Orleans East Area enjoy its coffee shops, and if you want to do some exploring, Lake Pontchartrain is worth a stop.

New Orleans East Area
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Gentilly

While visiting Gentilly, you might make a stop by sights like Lakefront Arena and Frenchmen Street.

Gentilly
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Saint Roch

If you're spending some time in Saint Roch, Frenchmen Street and St Roch Cemetery & Chapel are top sights worth seeing.

Saint Roch
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Bywater

Live music, bars and historical sites are some highlights of Bywater. Make a stop by Decatur Street or Mississippi River while you're exploring.

Bywater
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Faubourg Marigny

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. You can visit top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs, and jump on the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.

Faubourg Marigny
St Louis Cemetery which includes heritage elements

Mid-City District

If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Fair Grounds Race Course or Mahalia Jackson Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.

Mid-City District

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