Beyond the French Quarter Bike Tour

New Orleans, US
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Highlights

  • Discover hidden local spots and try new experiences
  • Learn about the fascinating burial rituals in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3
  • Take a leisurely pedal through City Park and enjoy the flora and fauna
  • Follow the trail of one of the oldest roads in the US - Bayou Road

Meeting Point

The tour begins and ends at Dr. Bob’s Folk Art. Our shop is the first building on the left.

Meeting point

3027 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70117 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour begins and ends at Dr. Bob’s Folk Art. Our shop is the first building on the left.

Meeting point

3027 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70117 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Esplanade Ave

Your licensed tour guide will take you up Esplanade Ave, once known as “Creole Millionaires Row”. We’ll ride the oak lined avenue and marvel at the beautiful architecture, passing by Faubourg Treme and into Faubourg St. John.

Duration 35 minutes
2

Degas House

You'll see several charming New Orleans homes such as Luling Mansion and Degas House.

Duration 5 minutes
3

Seventh Ward

We'll ride through Creole neighborhoods like Faubourg Treme and Faubourg St. John, hearing stories about how old New Orleans and discovering hidden local spots to try.

Duration 30 minutes
4

St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

You'll learn about our fascinating burial rituals in our "Cities of the Dead".

Duration 10 minutes
5

City Park

We'll take a leisurely pedal through the live oak groves and Spanish moss, seeing the sights and enjoying the flora and fauna of City Park. Your guide will point out museums, botanical and sculpture gardens, along with other attractions.

Duration 45 minutes
6

Cafe Du Monde

We’ll stop for a well-deserved break. Riders will have the opportunity to purchase beignets and café au lait at Cafe Du Monde in City Park.

Duration 25 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
7

Bayou St. John

We then follow the trail of one of the oldest roads in the US - Bayou Road, the very reason New Orleans exists.

Duration 30 minutes
8

French Quarter

We'll pass through the historic French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny on the way back.

Duration 15 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
  • Additional information
    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Additional information
    Please provide heights of all children so we can determine the correct bike size.
  • Additional information
    Please be aware that the itinerary listed is a broad overview. Not every tour will be able to make every stop.
  • Additional information
    Tours operate rain or shine. In the event of dangerous weather we will work with you to reschedule or refund.
Provided by Paved Paradise Bike Tours New Orleans

What our experts say

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    Try beignets at Cafe Du Monde!
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    Check out local art in Bywater.
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    Take photos of unique shotgun houses.
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    Visit nearby City Park's sculpture garden.
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    Stay hydrated, it's a long ride!

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