Fairgrounds Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
St. Louis Cemetery
The Cities of the Dead, famous for their above-ground tombs and mausoleums, are the final resting places of celebrated New Orleans residents.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
Canal Street
Get to the heart of New Orleans through Canal Street.
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.
Mercedes-Benz Superdome
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.
National World War II Museum
A rare collection of artefacts, memorabilia and documents piece together the story of America’s involvement in the Second World War.
Activities
New Orleans St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 Walking Tour
St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 Walking Tour
New Orleans Small-Group City and Cemetery Tour
Cemetery Tour New Orleans
New Orleans: St. Louis Cemetery #3 Guided Walking Tour
New Orleans Cemetery Legacy Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Fairgrounds
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.
City Park
While you're in City Park, take in top sights like City Park or Louisiana Children's Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Museum of Art Stop or North Carrollton at Dumaine Stop.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and Louis Armstrong Park.
Saint Roch
If you're spending some time in Saint Roch, Frenchmen Street and St Roch Cemetery & Chapel are top sights worth seeing.
Faubourg Marigny
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.
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.