New Orleans Heart of the City Small-Group Bike Tour

See New Orleans beyond just the French Quarter on a bike tour that gets you out into less-touristy neighborhoods like Faubourg Tremé and Storyville. Learn about the city's multicultural origins and follow the evolution of jazz, stopping to hear local lore and snap photos at landmarks like Congo Square and the famous St. Louis Cemetery No. 2. The flexibility of both a small group size and two-wheeled tour is a great way to expand your view of the Big Easy.

Journey through the New Orleans’ historic neighborhoods on a rental bike
Learn about the creators of jazz during a stop in Louis Armstrong Park
Hear the stories behind the above-ground tombs in St. Louis Cemetery No. 2
Group size limited to 10 for a more personalized experience

What To Expect

Flambeaux Bicycle Tours & Bike Rentals

Meet at our French Quarter location. We will get you and your party fitted on a bicycle, give you safety procedures, then we embark on our urban adventure.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Mississippi River

Our first stop is the Mississippi River.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

French Quarter

Explore the oldest part of the city and see its most important historical sights.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Faubourg Marigny

The Marigny is the oldest faubourg in the city. Get recommendations for the best music clubs in the city and learn about the cultural treasures that neighborhood conveys.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bywater District

We will ride through this trendy neighborhood of the 9th ward while learning about the city’s rich VooDoo culture.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Roch and the Campo Santo

Learn about the history of burial practices at the St. Roch Cemetery.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Treme

The Treme is the first free black neighborhood in the United States.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Louis Armstrong Park

We will pedal through this pleasant urban park en route to Congo Square.
• Admission Ticket Free

Congo Square

Our final stop is in Congo Square…one of the most sacred locations in the city.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Flambeaux Bicycle Tours

The tours ends at our shop.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
All participants must be over 4’11”
Minimum age is 13 years
A maximum of 10 people per booking
Dress according to the weather, close toed shoes slippers with heal strap are acceptable. No flip flops allowed .
Wearing flip flops/sandals while riding a bicycle is hazardous and are not allowed. Wearing sandals with a heel straps are the perfect alternative.
If you are driving the Basin Lot at 1205 Basin St. has the best rates in the French Quarter area.
We are located right next door to Twelfth Night Coffee if you need coffee before the tour. They serve coffee/espresso beverages and savory croissants/pastries.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Include

Professional guide
Use of bicycle and helmet
Small-group bike tour
Bottled water

Exclude

Food and drinks, other than specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off

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