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 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 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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Bywater
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
I had an a/c issue but it was handled promptly. I shall return.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
Bar was great. Room was great & stayed cool all night! Great location
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
Do not recommend. They had roaches and their showers didn’t drain.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
We have stayed here multiple times and love it. The only issue we had this last stay was that the laundry services were not available
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Great location and services. Hot water was limited but I’ll Come back for sure
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
The hotel was terrific. The front desk helped us come in a day early and to find us a better room when we had a noisy meeting room across the hall. Really good pool and gym and the Desire restaraunt was yummy
Reviewed on 4 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 Mississippi River or Algiers Ferry Terminal 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 Bourbon Street, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.
