Bayou St. John Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Bayou St. John attractions

New Orleans Krishna Temple

New Orleans Krishna Temple is just one of the places to see in New Orleans, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the great live music and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
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Activities

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

AU$62
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Airboat turning on creek in New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

AU$93
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Picture 11 for Activity New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

AU$43
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation

AU$50
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

AU$50
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Creole Queen Sunday Jazz Brunch

Creole Queen Jazz Brunch

AU$63
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Creole Queen Jazz Brunch
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Our pick of the best Bayou St. John Hotel Deals

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St. New Orleans LA
The price is AU$204 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$204
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Le Richelieu Hotel

Le Richelieu Hotel

3 out of 5
1234 Chartres St New Orleans LA
The price is AU$155 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$155
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,497 reviews)
"We had a great stay at Le Richelieu. The staff were courteous and helpful; they stored our luggage when we arrived early and sent us a text to let us know the room was ready (early, before check in time). They also provided us cold bottled water several times upon returning to the hotel (it was 95 ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Le Richelieu Hotel
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

4 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon New Orleans LA
The price is AU$158 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$158
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG

InterContinental New Orleans by IHG

4 out of 5
444 St Charles Ave New Orleans Louisiana New Orleans LA
The price is AU$191 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$191
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,243 reviews)
"Good service"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is AU$213 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$213
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
New Orleans Marriott
DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans

DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans

4 out of 5
300 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is AU$150 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$150
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans
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Our guide on where to stay in Bayou St. John

Find the best Bayou St. John areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

A green trolley with 'St. Charles' and 'Party Car' signs, moving on tracks.
Photo by Jenna Lee
Open Photo by Jenna Lee

Arts/Warehouse District

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. Top attractions like National World War II Museum and Contemporary Arts Center 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.

A building with red shutters and a white door, surrounded by blooming pink and white flowers.
Photo by New Orleans CVB / Chris Granger
Open Photo by New Orleans CVB / Chris Granger

Garden District

Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or New Orleans Fire Department Museum and Educational Center while you're exploring the area.

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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 National World War II Museum.

Bayou St. John Travel Guide

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