Its artsy vibe, friendly atmosphere, and the historic bayou after which it is named make Faubourg St. John our favorite New Orleans neighborhood. Our central, Mid-City location makes it easy to get just about anywhere in town, and there's so much you can experience without setting foot in a car, from sunsets on Bayou St. John to a stroll beneath the majestic oaks on Esplanade or in City Park, fabulous running and biking trails, ...