Bywater Travel Guide
New Orleans
Popular places to visit
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 great live music in this walkable area.
Caesars Superdome
Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
National World War II Museum
A rare collection of artefacts, memorabilia and documents piece together the story of America’s involvement in the Second World War.
Tulane University
Explore the campus of Tulane University during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Bywater
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Nice place in a great walkable area.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
We stayed here a few months ago and had a great experience. We decided to book again, and as always, the service was wonderful, the customer service was great, and the hotel was very clean overall. It’s very convenient to New Orleans and everything it has to offer. We will definitely book ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn FRENCH QUARTER-CHATEAU LEMOYNE by IHG
The staff was super friendly and helpful. The room was clean, comfortable, and quiet. The restaurant was yummy.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
New Orleans Marriott
Clean room. Thermostat easy to use. TV remote needs some work.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
We enjoyed our stay. The on-site restaurant was very good, the location was great, the rooms were comfortable, clean, and quiet. Staff was variable, some very good and others were not. It’s an older hotel and would benefit from updates; however it was a good price and we were happy with our stay ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
Every was great accept restaurants and bar close early.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
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 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.
Mid-City District
If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Degas House Historic Home Courtyard and Inn or Fair Grounds Race Course and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.
Bywater Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- Hotels in top New Orleans neighborhoods
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- Crescent Park
- Porché West Gallery
- Bourbon Street
- Canal Street
- Caesars Superdome
- Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
- Caesars New Orleans Casino
- National World War II Museum
- Julia Street Cruise Terminal
- Mardi Gras World
- Mississippi River
- Frenchmen Street
- Loyola University New Orleans
- French Market
- City Park
- Audubon Aquarium
- Audubon Zoo
- Royal Street
- New Orleans Riverwalk Shopping Center
