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 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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries 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 renowned jazz scene 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 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
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Guided Louisiana Airboat Tour
Airboat Adventures: Airboat Swamp Tour
Top hotels in Bywater
Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor by IHG
The staff was very helpful and efficient. We are a family of 6 so two rooms which they could not join together but within close proximity. Traveling road trip style we arrived fairly early and were able to check in and enjoy the city as soon as we arrived. Rooms were clean spacious and comfortable ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Great location and friendly staff. Would absolutely return.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Everyone was very helpful.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Westin New Orleans
We arrived super late due to delayed flights and the staff were super helpful and the hotel was amazing!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Great location, right in the middle of the French Quarter! The staff were friendly and helpful and the room was comfortable.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
I think the lady’s name was Ursula , she was the best. I have been to so many hotels and she went out of her way to talk to me and make sure I was ok. By the time I left I felt like I was saying bye to a cousin or old friend . I recently lost my wife and have been struggling to find joy. she really ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 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 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.
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.
