Garden District Travel Guide

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Garden District
Garden District
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Garden District

This green and pleasant district is an idea place for a stroll among magnificent mansions and beautiful parkland.

The Garden District has been created from the former plantation lands and is now designated a Historic Landmark District. Based on the original 1806 design by New Orleans architect Barthelemy Lafon, it encompasses lavish mansions and spectacular gardens, pretty cottages and ornately decorated villas, set amongst verdant parkland dotted with canals and fountains.Many of the original 19th-century buildings are preserved, designed in the Greek revival style, and several of the streets are named after Greek muses. The smaller homes have been turned into delightful shops or bed-and-breakfast accommodation, while notable landmarks include the Anshe Sfard synagogue, Lafayette Cemetery No.1 and a historic skating rink now converted into a shopping mall with a difference.George Washington Cable House commemorates one of Louisiana’s most influential writers, whose accounts of early Creole life have ensured this important era in the history of the state has been chronicled for posterity. His home on Eighth Street is now a national monument. The Commander’s Palace dates from the 1880s and has a long-standing reputation as one of the finest dining establishments in the whole of America.Magazine Street is a haven for shopaholics, offering everything from local souvenirs and crafts, antiques and collectables to gourmet products, while stylish boutiques line St. Charles Avenue to the north. Stay in one of the charming bed and breakfasts on this fashionable avenue and wake up to the sound of traditional trams trundling past your window.The Garden District is transformed every October by the quirky Zombiefest parade, when the undead take over the streets in a fancy-dress frenzy that channels the dark arts of Voodoo. The annual bake-off competition in July is an altogether cosier affair, showcasing the authentic taste of Southern hospitality.Buses and trams serve the Garden District, and there is plenty of on-street parking. Take a leisurely stroll around this beautifully preserved neighbourhood, or join a tour to discover the history behind its manicured lawns and elegant facades.


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Our pick of the best Garden District Hotel Deals

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$274 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$274
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,020 reviews)
"Staff were all so great!"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Bourbon Orleans 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$198 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$198
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,968 reviews)
"No breakfast included"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG

Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG

3.5 out of 5
301 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$179 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
AU$179
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,381 reviews)
"GREAT GREAT LOCATION! Room is clean and has ample space. Staff is above and beyond! Only complaint is the bathroom layout. It's an open door layout and when you shower to you drench the entire bathroom! You also have to straddle the toilet or stand in the shower to open the door. Overall, good ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter

4 out of 5
124 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$224 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$224
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,602 reviews)
"Clean comfortable rooms. Valet parking was a big plus. Very walkable location."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$248 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$248
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,713 reviews)
"The overall cleanliness of the room was good! The staff was very helpful, gave us suggestions where to eat and gave us detailed directions . The location was good for walking to see the sights! However, the location if the hotel is in a very busy, lively area. Somewhat loud at night !"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

New Orleans Marriott
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

5 out of 5
130 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA
The price is AU$425 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
AU$425
19 Nov - 20 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Hotel was great! Staff was attentive and helpful."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Garden District

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Central City

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Consider a visit to House of Broel's Victorian Mansion and Doll House Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Central City. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at St. Charles at Felicity Stop or St. Charles at Euterpe Stop.

Central City
Mardi Gras World showing art and interior views as well as an individual female

Lower Garden District

4/5(6 area reviews)

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.

Lower Garden District
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Touro

When in Touro and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like National World War II Museum or Lafayette Cemetery and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Peniston Stop or Saint Charles at Constantinople Stop.

Touro
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Faubourg Lafayette

When in Faubourg Lafayette and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or National World War II Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St. Charles at Melpomene Stop or Saint Charles at Martin Luther King Jr. Stop.

Faubourg Lafayette
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Arts/Warehouse District

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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 The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk 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.

Arts/Warehouse District
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Uptown Historic District

5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Uptown Historic District


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