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French Quarter and Garden District Bike Tour

Experience our French Quarter and Garden District Bike Tour 

This tour is an excellent introduction to New Orleans as well as a great 'welcome back' treat for those who are visiting for a second or third time.  The French Quarter and Garden district are the heart of the city, and we'll get to explore these beautiful, historical areas in style and comfort with our easy-to-ride city bikes.  

The naturally cool oak-lined streets of the Garden District provide for the some of the best cycling in New Orleans, so we'll start our visit here.  The Big Easy is known for French Colonial & Victorian architecture, and we'll cruise past some of the most magnificent mansions hiding behind these gorgeous oaks and stop to talk about the inhabitants who lived and continue to live in the neighborhood.  These locals would create a way-of-life that blended French, Spanish, Creole, & other Caribbean influences to make a unique melting pot of language, food, and lifestyle that can only be seen in New Orleans.   

From the Garden District, we'll continue on towards New Orleans’ Central Business District, filled with excellent boutique shops and restaurants, before arriving in the French Quarter.  This is one of the oldest neighborhoods in America, and there's no better way to make it come to life than with the help of a fully licensed, local, tour guide.  We will talk all things Bourbon street & Mardi Gras, but also touch on the less-flashy aspects of this beautiful neighborhood, such as its colonial roots and the multiple fires of the 1700's that would decimate the area. Your guide will also point out the best places to visit on your own after the tour so that you can soak up as much of New Orleans as possible.  We'll even squeeze in a stop for coffee/tea so that you can chat with your guide and your group for a bit before hopping back on the bikes.

Located just nearby, we’ll then make our way to the Treme Neighborhood, known for its jazz roots and lasting creole heritage.  Throughout the tour, we’ll also see the most famous sites of New Orleans, such as Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, the Mississippi River, Frenchmen St., and so many more hidden gems that you couldn’t possibly see on your own.  This is the perfect way to take in all the highlights and more!

We recommend joining us for a tour early in your trip so that you can get a great overview of the city, learn about its history, and leave with a deeper appreciation for it as you continue to explore on your own.  Our guides are passionate about their hometown, and they want to help make your time in New Orleans as special as possible.  With plenty of stops along the way for photos, stories, and questions, we have no doubt that this is the best way to experience our beloved New Orleans.   



 

Tour Highlights

  • Historic Mansions
  • The French Quarter
  • The Mississippi Riverfront
  • Celebrities' Homes
  • Jackson Square
  • Congo Square
  • The Garden District
  • Lafayette Cemetery #1
  • Buckner Mansion
  • Treme Neighborhood
  • View Calendar
    • Bike
    • Helmet
    • Live Guide
    • Bottle of Water
    • Poncho

  • All tours begin and end at 1735 Washington Ave (the corner of Baronne and Washington Ave) which is two blocks from the Washington (Garden District) stop on the St. Charles streetcar line.  Please arrive 15min before your scheduled departure time.

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    • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure time in order to complete the necessary paperwork. Each member of your party will be required to complete and sign a liability waiver form. Minors under the age of 18 will need a parent or guardian to complete their paperwork.   

FAQ

  • Expand/Collapse Where is the meeting point?

    All tours begin and end at 1735 Washington Ave (the corner of Baronne and Washington Ave).  This is two blocks from the Washington (Garden District) stop on the St. Charles streetcar line.  Please arrive 15min before your scheduled departure time.

  • Expand/Collapse Is a helmet included? Do I have to wear a helmet?

    While helmets are not required in the city of New Orleans we will provide you with one and encourage you to use it.

     

  • Expand/Collapse What should I bring?

    We'll stop for a coffee/tea at a local café (cost of purchases not included in the tour), so be sure to bring some extra cash.

  • Expand/Collapse Is there water included?

    Yes, but it gets hot in New Orleans.  REAL HOT.  Though we will provide you with a bottle of water it is advisable that you bring an additional one.  Please dress for the weather and be prepared to be in the sun. 

  • Expand/Collapse What is your cancellation policy?

    We're happy to offer free changes and 100% refund up to 24 hours before tour* Failure to cancel a reservation at least 24 hours prior to scheduled departure may result in forfeited travel funds. Fare difference may apply.

    *See restrictions here

  • Expand/Collapse Is this tour appropriate for children?

    For children up to 12 years old or 100lbs (45kg), we have 2 wheeled tandem trailers. The passenger sits on a seat and can pedal or coast. All riders over 100lbs (45kg) must ride their own bicycle. We have various smaller sized mountain bikes for those able to ride on their own.

    We do not have any adult tricycles or bikes with training wheels for adults that may be less confident in their riding ability. Please let us know if you would like one of our tandems, trailers, baby seats, or child bikes in advance that you'd like to reserve either a child seat or trailer.

    Important Note: All child bikes use hand brakes, there are no pedal brakes available.

  • Expand/Collapse How should I dress?

    Comfortable clothes are recommended, but there is no need for biking gear.  We'll take our time and cruise through the city.  Closed toed shoes are highly recommended. 

  • Expand/Collapse Is this tour offered in any other languages, or only English?

    All scheduled tours are in English, but private tours can occasionally be scheduled in other languages, given we have a tour guide who speaks the language of your choice. 

     

  • Expand/Collapse Do we go inside the museums and monuments?

    Unfortunately, 3.5 hours does not give us enough time to enter any of the sites that we see. Our tours are designed to enjoy the city from a broad perspective, so that's what we're going to do!

  • Expand/Collapse Is there an age or weight limit?

    For children up to 12 years old or 100lbs (45kg), we have 2 wheeled tandem trailers that attach to the back of an adult bike. The passenger sits on a seat and can pedal or coast. All riders over 100lbs (45kg) must ride their own bicycle. We have various smaller sized mountain bikes for those able to ride on their own.

    Minors (those less than 18 years of age) must be accompanied by an adult while on tour. 

  • Expand/Collapse How big will my group be?

    Our bike tours operate in groups of 8 people maximum.

  • Expand/Collapse What time do I need to arrive at the meeting point?

    Your tour will start promptly at the scheduled time, therefore please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure time in order to complete the necessary paperwork and get fitted for a bike. We do not have the luxury of waiting for guests, or catching them up after the fact.

    Please be aware that we have multiple tours departing throughout the day, therefore if you arrive more than 30 minutes early we may still be working with other guests and not quite ready to welcome you properly.

    Each member of your party will be required to complete and sign a liability waiver form. Minors under the age of 18 will need a parent or guardian to complete their paperwork.

  • Expand/Collapse Am I allowed to take pictures during the tour?

    Absolutely!

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