West Lake Forest Travel Guide

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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
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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
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Port of New Orleans

4/5(38 reviews)

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.

Port of New Orleans
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Mercedes-Benz Superdome

4/5(14 reviews)

Catch an event at Mercedes-Benz Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.

Mercedes-Benz Superdome
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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
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Tulane University

4/5(6 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe around Tulane University, a top university in New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.

Tulane University

Activities

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New Orleans City, Cemetery, & Garden District Tour

NZ$89
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
New Orleans City, Cemetery, & Garden District Tour
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New Orleans: The National WWII Museum Ticket

NZ$59
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: The National WWII Museum Ticket
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Oak Alley Plantation w/ Transportation from New Orleans

NZ$133
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oak Alley Plantation w/ Transportation from New Orleans
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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
The price is NZ$191 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
NZ$191
per night
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,775 reviews)
"Do not order breakfast in this place, they are not worth it, the staff is rude"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2024

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$275 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$275
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
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! (3,149 reviews)
"Historic building in a great location. Staff is wonderful. Didn’t appreciate the shower head falling down and leaking. Room 505. Typical in room leaking coffee maker so I headed downstairs to your Starbucks. It’s not really a Starbucks, but since you charge more for a lousy cup of coffee in a small ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2024

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
4 out of 5
124 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$213 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
NZ$213
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
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 helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,102 reviews)
"Excellent Staff and service personnel , AC in the room leaking ."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2024

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
The Westin New Orleans
The Westin New Orleans
4.5 out of 5
100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$249 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
NZ$249
per night
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,168 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2024

The Westin New Orleans
Omni Royal Orleans Hotel
Omni Royal Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
621 Saint Louis St, New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$259 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
NZ$259
per night
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,497 reviews)
"It is always a pleasure to stay here. The staff is incredibly nice and helpful. Very close to everything. The concierge was amazing and recommended the BEST restaurant for dinner."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2024

Omni Royal Orleans Hotel
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
4.5 out of 5
300 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
The price is NZ$280 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
NZ$280
per night
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,527 reviews)
"Wilbur, Malcolm and Miss Ruthie were wonderful! Excellent location convenient access to anything you want to do on Bourbon Street and beyond. We really enjoyed the Royal Sonesta. Our room was fabulous. We had the corner suite away from bourbon and it’s perfect!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2024

The Royal Sonesta 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 Frenchmen Street and Lake Pontchartrain.

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

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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