Bywater Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, a top convention centre in New Orleans. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this walkable area.
Caesars New Orleans Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Caesars New Orleans Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in New Orleans? Experience the renowned jazz scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Activities
New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Our pick of the best Bywater Hotel Deals
Historic Firehouse in the French Quarter! Stay with family and friends!
It was a great place to stay with fun stuff to entertain everyone. We attended for a bachelor party and it was the perfect setup for us. Having multiple kitchens and lots of bathrooms was a great addition. Host communicated great and even helped us check in early so we didn’t have to wait ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
New Orleans Marriott
Clean, well appointed, comfortable room. Nice staff
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
The concierge Kori was so helpful and fun!! The security was also very sweet. The location is perfect for a good time.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
Check in was easy. The lady helping us was very knowledgeable friendly and accommodating. Room was clean. The ONLY issue I had was valet. You give them your ticket. 10 min later they put you on a shuttle to a garage. There someone gets your vehicle. All of these guys wanting a tip! Tipping THREE ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
Perfect location!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
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Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
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 Ogden Museum of Southern Art 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.
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 Bourbon Street, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.
