Things to do in

Bywater

You will have discovered NCIS: New Orleans, The Originals, Your Honor, Runaway Jury, The Big Easy, and even The Simpsons within the first fifteen minutes. This walking tour takes you to filming locations of popular productions. Relive your favorite movies and shows while experiencing the historic French Quarter and stand in the footsteps of your beloved actors and actresses. The tour begins at 400 Royal Street at the steps of the Supreme Court Building, across the road from Brennan's Restaurant. We will walk down Chartres Street from the Napoleon House Restaurant, cross Jackson Square, and reach the Old Ursuline Convent. We loop back up Royal Street at the city's most haunted house, the LaLaurie Mansion, and finish the tour at the St. Louis Cathedral in the middle of the French Quarter. Our list of film productions also includes: AHS: Coven, Interview with the Vampire, Chef, Now You See Me, Princess and the Frog, Live and Let Die, King Creole, Girls Trip, The Pelican Brief, JFK, Haunted Mansion, The Cincinnati Kid, Renfield, The First 48, celebrity homes, and many more.

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. NOTE: This 2-mile-long tour covers the essentials of New Orleans in 1 to 2 hours. Once downloaded, your tour begins alongside the Mississippi River. From there, you’ll stroll along the riverfront to Washington Artillery Park for great views of the city’s beautiful Jackson Square. Then you’ll stop by the world-famous Cafe du Monde French Market and hear some fascinating history of this must-see hotspot. As you wander deeper into the French Quarter, the vibrant sounds of jazz invite you to the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Here, uncover the city's unrivaled musical history, from the birth of jazz to its evolution into a global phenomenon. Turning onto St. Philip Street, you’ll be greeted by a golden statue of Joan of Arc, where you’ll dive into the longstanding connection between New Orleans and France. Then you’ll turn back the clock further to hear what this land used to be before European colonization. Next, stop at the birthplace of Danny Barker and revisit the journey of this legendary banjoist and guitarist. Then continue on to the BK Historic House and Gardens, the site of a dramatic (and violent) true story of mafiosos and one stubborn local businessman. As you approach the LaLaurie Mansion on Royal Street, you’ll discover the spine-chilling true history behind this landmark, which inspired a season of American Horror Story! Making your way to Bourbon Street, you’ll experience the pulse of New Orleans. The bustling street, filled with bars, clubs, and eateries, is the city's beating heart, and there’s never a dull moment to be found here! As you walk, you’ll also get acquainted with the difference between Cajun and Creole, the origins of Mardis Gras, and so much more. Then you’ll pay a visit to Louis Armstrong Park and learn about this jazz legend, his early years, and his everlasting impact on music. The last stretch of the tour features some of the most lavish mansions in the French Quarter, as well as tales of the fires which nearly wiped New Orleans off the map! At last, your tour concludes at Saint Louis Cathedral, just a couple blocks away from the spot where it began.

On this “Heart of the City” small group bike tour, trace the colonial history of New Orleans and its cultural treasures. Hop on a professionally maintained bicycle and set off with a guide and group of no more than 10 to explore the most famous neighborhoods in the city. Pedal through the flat, storied streets of the French Quarter, Faubourg Marigny, and other historic areas while learning about New Orleans history from your expert guide.   Pedal at a leisurely pace along the banks of the Mississippi River and through the oldest parts of New Orleans. Cruise through the Bywater and into the St. Roch Cemetery. Stop along the way to hear about New Orleans heritage, especially the development of its illustrious Creole culture.

Explore the neighborhoods that make New Orleans unique on a hop-on hop-off tour. Jump onboard a child- and wheelchair-friendly van that weaves in and out of Uptown or Mid City & Bywater, with stops at up to seven local breweries on each route to hop on and hop off at your leisure. Explore authentic craft breweries, nestled into neighborhoods you won’t see on a large tour bus. Indulge in exceptional local beer, while also spotting food trucks, and artistic gems like murals just a few steps away. With each loop taking approximately one hour, you can choose to hang out until the next bus comes around, or grab a go cup and explore some of the nearby attractions. With the 1- or 2-day unlimited bus pass, enjoy flexibility, while following route schedules and live GPS tracking. When you’re ready to hop out of the tourist areas and see what New Orleans is all about, your brewery-hopping designated driver is there for you. Brewery stops include locals’ favorite breweries such as: Uptown route (Fridays and Sundays) 1. Brewery Saint X 2. The Courtyard Brewery 3. Urban South 4. Miel Brewery & Taproom 5. NOLA Brewing 6. Port Orleans 7. Ecology Mid City & Bywater route (Saturdays): 1. Brieux Carre 2. Skeeta Hawk 3. Second Line 4. Parleaux 5. Bywater Brew Pub

You can always depend on the kindness of strangers with bikes. Roll through New Orleans the way locals do, slowly and on 2 wheels. Biking here is not just a mode of transportation, but a memorable journey. Come well rested or after a late night out, we have the cold water and slow rolling cruiser ready for you. The sights of colorful shotgun houses, the occasional strains of music drifting through the streets, the coffee roasters dotted through the neighborhood where waving to strangers is second nature.. It's the history that makes us New Orleanians though, we love today, but we couldn't have that without all the people who made the past. A 300 year old port City at the bottom of the Mississippi river cut out from the swamps has stories. The history may not always be pretty, but it is important. It is no fluke that we spend our days eating, drinking, dancing and parading, we are the sum total of what came before, and those are the stories we tell. Each guide has their own route, which may even vary by the day. there are no standardized stops., and we offer a personal journey through our neighborhoods on the Creole side of town, The Faubourg Marigny, Bywater, St Roch, and fret not if these aren't the neighborhoods you have heard of, you will. There is no corner of the city without stories. Stories and bikes,

Snap the best photos of New Orleans on a guided private walking tour. Capture the true art and history of "The Big Easy" with a touch of fashion as you pose for pics at some of the most iconic landmarks in the city. Wear your most trendy outfit and join your guide who knows all the most Instagrammable hotspots, perfect for your social media feed. Learn how to edit and filter your photos like a pro. See the vibrant colorful homes of the Bywater and Marigny districts. Take candid photos in front of fantastic street artwork and murals. As you explore, enjoy some snacks and alcoholic beverages.

We will walk through the French Quarter to visit the sites where popular horror movies and tv shows were filmed. This will include The Originals, American Horror Story Coven, Interview with the Vampire, Disney's Haunted Mansion, and more. We also give insight into the film industry and why New Orleans became known as the Hollywood of the South. Along the way, we also tell New Orleans' infamous ghost stories and visit haunted sites, including the LaLaurie Mansion. New Orleans is known as one of the most haunted cities in the USA for many good reasons. We even have real-life vampires. The tour starts at 400 Royal Street on the courthouse steps near Brennan's Restaurant. We walk down Chartres Street, cross through Jackson Square, and include a break area for restrooms or drinks. The second half of the tour loops up Royal Street and ends at Pirates Alley in the middle of the French Quarter. Since this is an outdoors walking tour, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and dressing for the weather. The French Quarter is a high traffic area, so we also recommend arriving early due to road closures, parades, crowds, etc.

The Bywater arts and food scenes are the main draws to this revitalized neighborhood post-Katrina. Eat and drink your way through this bohemian area while taking in historic sites, street art, and colorful architecture. Discover neighborhood gems that'll make you feel like a local: start with corner store po-boys on the river, check out a hidden biergarten and choose your last stop because there's so much to enjoy! There's drinks with locals in the dive bar, sipping microbrews in the brewery garden or chowing down on some BBQ in a courtyard. Allong the way, check out cool street art and New Orleans history- visit the site that launched a historic Supreme Court civil rights case Plessy v Ferguson & see how this working class industrial corridor has become an artist mecca. This is a tour especially fit for beer and meat lovers (wine options also available), but all are welcome!

Explore New Orleans on custom-built, ultra-comfortable electric bikes. Peddle as much or as little as you like as you get an intimate up-close look at New Orleans, visiting areas off the beaten track as well as the most famous landmarks. Ride through the French Quarter and learn about the rich history and incredible people that influenced the culture of the city. Cruise through historic Marigny, Treme, Bywater, and Bayou St. John neighborhoods, which are loaded with New Orleans art and charm and are home to artists, musicians, and history makers. Visit a fascinating above-ground cemetery and explore the City Park, the home of the largest mature live oak trees in the world. Make a brief stop at Cafe Du Monde in the park to enjoy some world-famous beignets. Ride down historic Esplanade Avenue, a picturesque boulevard lined with beautiful oak trees and magnificent homes of the Creole elite. Finally, enjoy a peaceful journey through Armstrong Park to Congo Square, the heart of New Orleans’ jazz tradition.