Visit Faubourg Lafayette
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.
Canal Street
Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area.
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.
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
Personal accounts, films and artifacts provide a thorough and informative look at World War II.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this walkable area.
Things to do
Guided Creole Laura Plantation Tour from New Orleans
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Haunted House Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour w/ Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans: Audubon Aquarium & Insectarium Ticket
New Orleans: Food Tour with Seafood Boil in French Quarter
Top hotels in Faubourg Lafayette
Maison St Charles
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
The Quisby Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Hyatt Centric French Quarter
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
The Westin New Orleans
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Faubourg Lafayette
Central City
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.
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 National World War II Museum.
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.
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.
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 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.
Irish Channel
If you're spending some time in Irish Channel, Magazine Street and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
- Mckenna Museum of African American Art
- Bourbon Street
- Canal Street
- Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
- National World War II Museum
- Julia Street Cruise Terminal
- Tulane University
- Jackson Square
- Mississippi River
- Loyola University New Orleans
- City Park
- Audubon Aquarium
- Audubon Zoo
- Audubon Park
- New Orleans Museum of Art