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 top-notch restaurants and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
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.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
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.
Things to do
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in Bywater
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
"Excellent location in the French Quarter. Clean, comfortable and the complimentary coffee is delicious. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Will stay here again!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
"The rooms were clean and nice but the lobby seemed a little out of sorts. The breakfast was over priced and the food was just ok."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
"😡"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
"I didn't like that the room smelled like cat pee or worse. The bathroom faucet was leaking. The bed was to tall for me to get in. I had to climb up on a chair to get into bed. Bathroom floor wasn't mopped and clean."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
"It was really nice to stay at family owned hotel rather than a chain. The restaurant was convenient and has a wonderful breakfast. The pool is very small but has plenty of lounge chairs. Staff was very polite and respectful."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
New Orleans Marriott
"This was a clean, well run, convenient hotel that was very well priced. I don’t like hotels but I fully enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend!"
Reviewed on 25 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 Confederate Memorial Hall Museum and National World War II Museum 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.
