Duration: 180 to 210 minutes
This tour begins with a ride to the famous French Quarter, boasting nearly 300 years of history. Your fully licensed tour guide will take you to popular highlights in "the Quarter" and the Treme, including Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, Congo Square, along with some lesser-known gems, all while telling you fascinating stories about your surroundings.
We then pedal to the charming oak-lined Garden District, stopping to admire the lavish historic homes of New Orleans, and talk about some of their most famous occupants. History, architecture, celebrities; this neighborhood has it all!
Tour length: Approximately 9 mi.
Paved Paradise Tours is a small, owner-operated company that provides a truly local perspective. When you ride with us you are riding with one of the owners, ensuring that your experience is of the highest quality. See the city through the eyes of someone who loves what they do, loves the City of New Orleans, and wants you to love it too.
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Itinerary
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Stops at: French QuarterBike through one of the oldest neighborhoods in the country. See the beautiful architecture, hear the fantastic music, and learn the colorful history of the city.Duration: 90 minutes
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Stops at: Jackson SquareWalk around the center of the old city and take in the local art and street performers.Duration: 15 minutes
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Passes by: Royal StreetCruise by some of the most beautiful balconies and galleries in the city. Enjoy live music from the many street performers up and down the street.
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Stops at: Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop BarOne of the oldest bars in the US. Hear the stories of the pirate Jean Lafitte and how he used the bar to fence ill-gotten treasures.Duration: 5 minutes
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Passes by: Central Business DistrictFilled with the city's best restaurants, shops, and art galleries. Your guide will tell which ones not to miss.
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Stops at: Congo SquareThis is the site where Jazz was born. Hear how the music was invented and about some of the most famous musicians to come out of the Big Easy.Duration: 10 minutes
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Passes by: TremeThis is the epicenter of music in New Orleans then and now. It's also home to the city's best Mardi Gras traditions.
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Passes by: Frenchmen StreetPedal past the lively music district. Your guide will point to where the best bands are playing that night.
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Passes by: Mississippi RiverThe big muddy river is the reason New Orleans was founded where it is. See the huge commercial vessels and old stem boats pass by as you ride atop the levee.
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Stops at: Garden DistrictThe location of the grandest and most beautiful homes in New Orleans. Hear the history of the people who lived in. Enjoy the beautiful architecture and celebrities homes.Duration: 60 minutes
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Stops at: Lafayette Cemetery No.1From the gates of the cemetery your guide will tell you about our unique burial traditions and the famous people who chose this cemetery as their final resting place.Duration: 5 minutes
Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Includes:
- Poncho when raining
- Bottled water
- Helmet
- Use of bicycle
- Local Guide
Does not include:
- Our guides are great, please don't forget them. Gratuity is not included in the price.
Additional Information:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please provide heights of all children so we can determine the correct bike size.
- Please be aware that the itinerary listed is a broad overview. Not every tour will be able to make every stop.
- Tours operate rain or shine. In the event of dangerous weather we will work with you to reschedule or refund.
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