Bywater Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Bywater attractions

Crescent Park

After visiting Crescent Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
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Activities

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

NZ$77
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation

NZ$62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
Airboat turning on creek in New Orleans

Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour

NZ$115
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

NZ$62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Picture 11 for Activity New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

NZ$45
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
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Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise

NZ$83
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
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Our pick of the best Bywater Hotel Deals

Engine 24 Firehouse Bed & Breakfast

Engine 24 Firehouse Bed & Breakfast

New Orleans LA
Stay at this B&B in New Orleans. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and a pool table. Popular attractions Bourbon Street and Caesars New Orleans Casino are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (182 reviews)
"10 of us stayed here for a long weekend for a bachelor party and I couldn’t have been more pleased with the experience! The home is gorgeous and well maintained, the location is great (close enough to walk to bars / coffee shops, but not too close to bourbon street or anything too crazy). Beth is ..."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

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Engine 24 Firehouse Bed & Breakfast
The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans

4.5 out of 5
100 Iberville Street New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$270 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$270
26 July - 27 July
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! (2,921 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

The Westin New Orleans
Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St. New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$274 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$274
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,121 reviews)
"Excellent property in heart of French quarter. Staff was very friendly."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

5 out of 5
130 Roosevelt Way New Orleans LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$377 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$377
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"Amazing first time at The Roosevelt. Loved that the staff were very sweet and approachable. Wonderful guest amenities including a cafe, restaurant (the breakfast was absolutely fantastic with good southern and creole fare(, and of course the Sazarec bar! I came to celebrate my Mom's 60th birthday ..."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans

4 out of 5
214 Royal Street New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$328 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$328
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,500 reviews)
"Love Hotel Monteleone; great location, staff and atmosphere!!"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
Hotel Mazarin

Hotel Mazarin

3.5 out of 5
730 Bienville St. New Orleans LA
The price is NZ$185 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$185
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,757 reviews)
"Downtown historic district"

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Hotel Mazarin
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Our guide on where to stay in Bywater

Find the best Bywater areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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New Orleans Central Business District

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Caesars Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.

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Photo by Jenna Lee
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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 Riverwalk Marketplace Shopping Center 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.

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Photo by New Orleans CVB / Chris Granger
Open Photo by New Orleans CVB / Chris Granger

Garden District

Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or Magazine Street while you're exploring the area.

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Lower Garden District

Travellers love Lower Garden District for its beautiful gardens, and you can see more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Port of New Orleans and Magazine Street.

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