Visit Lower Ninth Ward
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 acclaimed art galleries 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 acclaimed art galleries 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 top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Things to do
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Jean Lafitte Swamp & Bayou Boat Tour from New Orleans
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
Manchac Swamp & Bayou Tour by Boat
Top hotels in Lower Ninth Ward
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Nice location and facilities
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
I stay here every year and plan to continue.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Except for a few inconveniences--two elevators needed to get to my room, for one--my stay was enjoyable. For those wanting to concentrate on the French Quarter, the location is excellent. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
New Orleans Marriott
Always a pleasure
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
The Westin New Orleans
I highly recommend this hotel, the rooms are clean, modern and very spacious, the staff made us feel very welcomed,and they were very knowledgeable about the area,which was a plus as a first visitor to NOLA. everything was in walking distance. I will surely stay here again.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
New Orleans is just one of those city’s that you keep your head on a swivel
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Ninth Ward
Bywater
Live music, bars and historical sites are some highlights of Bywater. Make a stop by Decatur Street or Mississippi River while you're exploring.
Algiers
River views, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of Algiers. Make a stop by Algiers Ferry Terminal or Mississippi River while you're exploring.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lower Ninth Ward
- 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
- Saint Louis Cathedral
