Discover Bywater, one of New Orleans' most iconic neighborhoods. Enjoy 3 food stops, see street art, admire a view of the Mississippi, and learn lots about local history.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 3 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English
Small group: Limited to 10 participants

Highlights

Taste traditional Creole and Cajun foods
Visit 2 microbreweries & a biergarten
Pose for a photograph in front of the Mississippi
Explore some amazing local street art
Learn about the civil rights history of New Orleans
See the historic site of a landmark civil rights case

Full description

The Bywater arts and food scenes are the main draws to this revitalized neighborhood post-Katrina. Eat and drink your way through this bohemian area while taking in historic sites, street art, and colorful architecture.

Discover the new, innovative direction of local cuisine, including Vietnamese and German fusion. Check out cool street art and visit the site that launched a historic Supreme Court civil rights case.

This is a tour for beer and meat lovers (wine options also available). Visit two microbreweries and a German biergarten. Taste sausage plates, beignet bites, beer-braised pork, a New Orleans twist on Schnitzel, Bavarian pretzels, and craft beers.

Includes

3-hour guided tour of the Bywater neighborhood
Expert local guide
Full meal of Cajun and Creole specialities spread over 3 stops
1 drink at each food stop
All taxes and tips at each food stop

Transportation to and from the start and end points
Extra food and drink
Tips for guide (optional)

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Masks are optional but are strongly recommended while indoors

Traveler requirements

In addition to proof of vaccination, all participants who are over 18 years old must present a government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc)
All participants who are over 16 years old must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or proof of medical complications preventing vaccination

Meeting point

Meet in front of JAMNOLA at 2832 Royal St.

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Important information

What to bring

Weather-appropriate clothing
Passport or ID card
Comfortable shoes
Face mask or protective covering

Know before you go

This tour will take place rain or shine.
Some allergies/dietary restrictions can also be accommodated with advance notice. Please contact the local partner after booking.
Menu and food stops are subject to availability and may vary from the options listed above.

New Orleans: Bywater District Food, Beer, and History Tour

New Orleans: Bywater District Food, Beer, and History Tour

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