New Orleans French Quarter Bike Tour

New Orleans, US

Highlights

  • Immersing in the rich history of the French Market
  • Visiting the oldest building in the region, the Ursuline Convent
  • Experiencing the vibrant music scene on Frenchmen Street
  • Admiring the unique French colonial architecture in the French Quarter

Meeting Point

631 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117: All tours begin and end at 631 Elysian Fields (blue commercial building on the corner of Elysian Fields and Royal Street). This location is one block from Frenchmen Street. Please arrive 15min before your scheduled departure time.

Meeting point

631 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 , United States

End point

End Point

631 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117: All tours begin and end at 631 Elysian Fields (blue commercial building on the corner of Elysian Fields and Royal Street). This location is one block from Frenchmen Street. Please arrive 15min before your scheduled departure time.

Meeting point

631 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Jackson Square

The center of the French Quarter, home of the St. Louis Cathedral and local artists.

Duration 5 minutes
2

French Market

Over 200 years of history at this 5 block market. Today it features a wide variety of art, produce, food, and retail shopping.

Duration 5 minutes
3

Old Ursuline Convent Museum

An important stop at the oldest building in the region, the Ursuline Convent built in 1752. Also, included in this stop is the Beauregard-Keyes House, former home of a civil war general and an American author.

Duration 5 minutes
4

Frenchmen Street

A hop over to the adjacent Faubourg Marginy neighborhood provides a look at Frenchmen Street, the most important street for music in modern day New Orleans.

Duration 5 minutes
5

Madame John's Legacy

This 1788 home is one of the few examples of French colonial architecture left in the French Quarter, which is dominated by Spanish colonial style.

Duration 5 minutes
6

Antoine's Restaurant

Since 1840, this family run business has been serving French-Creole food in its 15 dining rooms. A must visit to pay homage to the birthplace of Oysters Rockefeller.

Duration 5 minutes
7

Old Opera House

A visit to the site of the former French Opera House. Although the building burned down in 1919, between the Civil War and World War I the Opera House was the preeminent social space for local elite.

Duration 5 minutes
8

Congo Square

This open space in Armstrong Park was home to large gatherings of slaves and free people of color during the 19th century. These gatherings featured open markets, dancing, and drumming. Congo Square is often referred to as the birthplace of Jazz and was later home to the first New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.

Duration 5 minutes
9

Marie Laveau House of Voodoo

A stop at the site of the Voodoo Queen’s home from 1839 to 1881

Duration 5 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

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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Specialized infant seats are available
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    Not recommended for pregnant participants
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Bike Tours of New Orleans

What our experts say

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    Arrive early to enjoy local coffee.
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    Stop by Café du Monde for beignets.
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    Check out the art at Jackson Square.
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    Visit the French Market for unique finds.
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    Don't miss the music scene on Frenchmen St.

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