Bywater Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 fascinating museums and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
National World War II Museum
World War II is brought to life at America's premier war repository.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Activities
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option
New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour
New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost Tour with Interior Visit
Our pick of the best Bywater Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The room was wonderful. The fact that I was staying in a building that was built in 1852 was so amazing. You could tell the walls were original. The room was comfortable. The view of Canal Street was great.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Staff was friendly. Restaurant was nice. Room was ok. No refrigerator, which I would have liked to have one.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
Great service, very accommodating to holding our luggage before and after check-in.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Clean room, very nice staff, perfect location
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Westin New Orleans
Needs modernizing
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The entire staff was friendly and courteous. The hotel is nice and in a good location for what we wanted to see and do. The breakfast was good. As and added note, we were very pleased that the city has make a solid effort to clean up and keep the area clean and address the homeless issue compared ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bywater
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.
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.
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.
Mid-City District
If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Degas House Historic Home Courtyard and Inn or Fair Grounds Race Course and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.
