Lake Catherine Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A wooden pier extending into a calm body of water, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A restaurant with seafood dishes on the table.
A historical fort with brick walls and a grassy area in the foreground.

Stay near popular Lake Catherine attractions

Fort Macomb State Historic Site

Explore the great outdoors at Fort Macomb State Historic Site, a lovely green space in New Orleans. Discover the cafes and its jazz scene while you're in the area.
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Activities

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

AU$63
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Airboat turning on creek in New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

AU$94
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

AU$190
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation

AU$51
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$51
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
passengers aboard swamp boat in New Orleans

Jean Lafitte Swamp & Bayou Boat Tour from New Orleans

AU$46
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Jean Lafitte Swamp & Bayou Boat Tour from New Orleans
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Our pick of the best Lake Catherine Hotel Deals

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St. New Orleans LA
The price is AU$221 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$221
11 Aug - 12 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,102 reviews)
"Very beautiful hotel. Amazing staff and service. Pool was an extra fun to enjoy every night after walking around all day."

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
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$280 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$280
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 rooms ...
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Hotel Mazarin

Hotel Mazarin

3.5 out of 5
730 Bienville St. New Orleans LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$173 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$173
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,759 reviews)
"Great location.. but you will pay 50 dollar per night for parking…😕"

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Hotel Mazarin
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans

4 out of 5
214 Royal Street New Orleans LA
The price is AU$268 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$268
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,496 reviews)
"Stay on the new side. The old side is just tht old. Everything looked old. Everything smelled old, but the staff was nice."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is AU$245 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$245
30 July - 31 July
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$174 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$174
26 July - 27 July
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,736 reviews)
"Great Breakfast and great staff"

Reviewed on 18 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans
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Our guide on where to stay in Lake Catherine

Find the best Lake Catherine areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a red facade and ornate balcony railings.

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.

A red trolley on tracks, palm trees, and buildings with signs like "Mr. Goldman" and "New York".

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 Riverwalk Marketplace Shopping 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 Magazine Street while you're exploring the area.

A river with a bridge, a city skyline, and a sunset.

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 Magazine Street.

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