West End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 fascinating museums and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums 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.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Activities
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Staff was friendly. Restaurant was nice. Room was ok. No refrigerator, which I would have liked to have one.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The room was wonderful. The fact that I was staying in a building that was built in 1852 was so amazing. You could tell the walls were original. The room was comfortable. The view of Canal Street was great.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Clean room, very nice staff, perfect location
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
Great service, very accommodating to holding our luggage before and after check-in.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
Room was well kept, and quiet!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
The Westin New Orleans
yes
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West End
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 Degas House Historic Home Courtyard and Inn or Fair Grounds Race Course and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mahalia Jackson Theater and New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture & History.
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.
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.
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.
