Ninth Ward

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Ninth Ward
Ninth Ward
The Cajun Encounters tour took me to the Honey Island Swamp where I saw my first up-close, wild alligator. Not just one, but a whole bunch! Not to mention the turtles and local birds that are a lot different from the birds I'm used to in the north. 

Our tour guide, Bishop, was fantastic. He was funny, personal, and knew his stuff. He also managed to attract not just gators but wild pigs as well. 

If I go back to New Orleans--no--WHEN I go back, I fully intend on going on this tour again.
Ninth Ward
Ninth Ward

Where to stay in Ninth Ward

The Cajun Encounters tour took me to the Honey Island Swamp where I saw my first up-close, wild alligator. Not just one, but a whole bunch! Not to mention the turtles and local birds that are a lot different from the birds I'm used to in the north. 

Our tour guide, Bishop, was fantastic. He was funny, personal, and knew his stuff. He also managed to attract not just gators but wild pigs as well. 

If I go back to New Orleans--no--WHEN I go back, I fully intend on going on this tour again.

Viavant

If you're spending some time in Viavant, Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge and King Hung Shrine are top sights worth seeing.

Viavant
Lower Ninth Ward

Lower Ninth Ward

Though Lower Ninth Ward may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street.

Lower Ninth Ward
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Holy Cross

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Holy Cross. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Chalmette Battlefield and New Orleans Center for Creative Arts are a few top places to visit.

Holy Cross
If you are ever in the Deep South go to Crazy Al's on Wednesdays. 5 dollars crabs.

Lake Catherine

If you're spending some time in Lake Catherine, Lake Pontchartrain and Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge are top sights worth seeing.

Lake Catherine
Little Woods

Little Woods

While there might not be top attractions in Little Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lakefront Arena and Joe W. Brown Park Tennis Center.

Little Woods
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Village De L'Est

If you're spending some time in Village De L'Est, Lake Pontchartrain and Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge are top sights worth seeing.

Village De L'Est
The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans

4.5 out of 5
100 Rue Iberville New Orleans LA
The price is €183 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
€183
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,387 reviews)
Shower wasn’t the best

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

The Westin New Orleans
New Orleans Marriott

New Orleans Marriott

4 out of 5
555 Canal St New Orleans LA
The price is €196 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
€196
22 Jan - 23 Jan
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,752 reviews)
555 Canal street New Orleans always more than satisfied. Excellent restaurants, bar and associates, have stayed here many time and will continue to be a client

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

New Orleans Marriott
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG

4 out of 5
739 Canal Street at Bourbon New Orleans LA
The price is €121 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
€121
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,408 reviews)
Very clean and spacious room. Excellent location. Its in the middle of the action. If you drive, you have to park right in front of the hotel door on a very crowded and busy street then wait for the valet driver to give you your ticket.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Jacks motel

Jacks motel

2 out of 5
7700 Chef Menteur Hwy New Orleans LA
Stay at this aparthotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bourbon Street and Caesars New Orleans Casino ...
7.8/10 Good! (14 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Jacks motel
Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross

Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross

New Orleans LA
Stay at this holiday home in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Bourbon Street and Caesars New ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
Charming older New Orleans shotgun style home.Area was very quiet and home was extremely comfortable

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Watching the River Flow in Historic Holy Cross
California Building

California Building

2 out of 5
1111 Tulane Ave New Orleans LA
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canal Street and Caesars Superdome are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
Clean and spacious, but it was very loud with noise from the outside.

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

California Building
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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