Lakewood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Metairie Cemetery
Find out about the history of New Orleans when you take a trip to Metairie Cemetery. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Longue Vue House and Gardens
Wander colorful gardens dotted with fountains and experience the lavish lifestyle of a wealthy early 20th-century New Orleans family at this historic attraction.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this walkable area.
Activities
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option
Our pick of the best Lakewood Hotel Deals
The Westin New Orleans
It was a lovey stay. The chocolate chip muffin was yummy!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
New Orleans Marriott
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Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
great location and hotel!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Staff was great
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
It's a very nice hotel, location, comfortable rooms, and attentive staff...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
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Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakewood
Mid-City
Appreciated for its gardens and live music, you might consider exploring Mid-City. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dreux Monument, and jump on the metro at Canal at Lopez Stop or Canal at Jeff Davis Stop to get around the city.
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.
Tulane - Gravier
When in Tulane - Gravier and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Caesars Superdome or Canal Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at Galvez Stop or Canal at Tonti Stop.
Uptown and Carrollton District
If you're spending time in Uptown and Carrollton District, check out sights like Tulane Stadium or Yulman Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saint Charles at Tulane/Loyola Stop or St. Charles at Tulane University Stop.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and Louisiana Museum of African American History.
Central City
Consider a visit to Keller Square 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.
