Bywater Travel Guide
New Orleans
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 lively bars and acclaimed art galleries 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 renowned jazz scene and great live music 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 fascinating museums 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 great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Top hotels in Bywater
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
They need to change their "standard" view description to "no" view or "blocked" view. We were given room 408 that opened up to a dark wall & littered ledge. Room was also vary dated. Would not be staying there again.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
The hotel was clean and quiet. Lloyd on the front desk was fantastic. Very polite and professional. He arranged extra amenities in the room. When asked for directions he was very knowledgeable and gave great recommendations of where to visit. Fairly cheap considering the hotel is only one block from ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
The hotel is a gem in the middle of the French Quarter. It has a combination of classic elegance and modern conveniences that hit you as soon as you walk in. The rooms are very modern with all types of lifting controls including motion sensors under the bed that turn on soft lights if you get up ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Easy check in and friendly staff. The hotel is very secure. The room was clean and well stocked. I saw a lot of reviews complaining of no microwave or refrigerator but we had both. We were on the top (20th) floor with a view of the Mississippi River. There is a "Destination Fee' of around $25 per ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
First time in New Orleans. Lovely hotel. Felt cheated that no ghosts turned up. The only issue is the hot water -none. But I stayed one night only and the staff were helpful. Pool was lovely
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
My only complaint is we couldn’t get anyone to answer the phone ie front desk, etc. The staff that was there were awesome.
Reviewed on 2 May 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 Louisiana Museum of African American History and Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.
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.
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.
