The 15 Best New Orleans Bike Tours

1.New Orleans French Quarter and Garden District Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 410 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $55Our pick

Ride for about three hours through the French Quarter and Garden District with a local guide, stopping at Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. Expect a small group, a comfortable bike with a basket, bottled water, and stories about New Orleans’ founding, architecture, and famous residents. Guides have included Chip, Guy, Betsy, and Jeffrey.

“Our tour guide did an amazing job. You could tell he loved his job. Riding a bike through the garden district was beautiful.”

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2.New Orleans Creole Odyssey Small-Group Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 268 reviews · from $55

This three-hour ride starts near the French Quarter and heads through Faubourg Marigny and Mid-City to St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, City Park, and Bayou St. John. A guide leads a group of up to 10, with bikes, helmets, and bottled water included. Guides Eric and Gomez have earned particular praise for their engaging stories.

“What a great way to see NOLA! Highly recommend this tour, hopefully Eric is your guide because his knowledge was abundant and his delivery was engaging. His awesome accent added to the authenticity of the tour which can sometimes be lacking in other city tours we’ve taken. Could’ve biked another 3 hours!”

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3.Creole New Orleans Electric Bike Tour (ages 16 & up)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 230 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Spend three hours riding an electric bike from a shop near the French Quarter through New Orleans neighborhoods including Marigny, Tremé, Bywater, and Bayou St. John. A local guide leads the way, with guides such as Chip, Betsy, Jeffrey, and Adam. Bikes, helmets, baskets, and bottled water are included.

“Adam was very good tour guide , he explained and showed us places about the town, he did a very good job.”

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4.New Orleans History and Sightseeing Small-Group Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $55

Ride for about three hours with a local guide from the French Quarter through Tremé, Faubourg Marigny, and City Park. The route pairs New Orleans history with neighborhood streets and riverfront views. Guides such as Chip, Guy, Jeffrey, and Betsy lead groups of no more than 10. Bikes, baskets, and bottled water are included.

“Chip was so knowledgeable about New Orleans. I can’t say enough about this bike tour we absolutely loved it! 🥰 It was a flat and easy ride. I would do it again. We are in our 60s”

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5.New Orleans Heart of the City Bicycle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · from $55

This three-hour morning ride starts in the French Quarter and visits the Mississippi River, Jackson Square, Faubourg Marigny, Bywater, St. Roch Cemetery and Tremé. A local guide, often Eric, shares New Orleans history and neighborhood stories. Your bike, helmet and bottled water are included; groups are limited to 10.

“We really enjoyed our tour with Eric. His down-to-earth nature and generous sharing of himself and his family history really made New Orleans come alive! We learned so much about the city as well as its culture and history. For anyone interested in an authentic, organic tour and experience, look no further.”

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6.New Orleans Garden District and Cemetery Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 187 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Cycle with a local guide through the Garden District, St. Joseph Cemetery, and the Irish Channel on a two-hour to two-and-a-half-hour tour. You’ll hear how New Orleans burial customs reflect the city’s low-lying terrain, see historic homes and varied neighborhood architecture, and get a feel for districts beyond the French Quarter. Bike, helmet, water, and rain poncho are included.

“This bike ride was definitely the best part of our trip to New Orleans. Such a great way to see the beautiful neighborhoods and learn so much about the history of this amazing city. Brian was incredible, extremely open to questions, and you can really see the passion he has for his city.”

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7.New Orleans City Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 162 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Cover New Orleans by bike on a 3.5-hour guided ride from the French Quarter to the Garden District. You’ll pass Congo Square, the Mississippi levee and Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, with local stories and practical tips along the way. Bikes, helmets and water are included; groups are capped at 10.

“This is the first time i took a cycling tour and absolutely loved it - it wa actually coolet to be on the bike vs walking tour - amazing way to visit the city but above all our guife corinna just simply the best - professional, knowledgeable, funny - a credit not only for the company but for new orleans itself - great guide and i work in the same industry”

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8.The Original ‘Creole and Crescent’ Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · from $55

Ride a standard bicycle from the French Quarter along Esplanade Avenue to City Park, Bayou St. John, Tremé and Congo Square. Guides including Teddy and Laura lead a route rich in local history, oak-shaded streets and music heritage. The 2 to 3 hour tour includes a helmet, water and a group of no more than 12.

“Laura was awesome. She was knowledgeable and fun, and kept our group moving safely while sharing New Orleans history.”

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9.Garden District and French Quarter Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $50

Pedal from the Mississippi River near Jackson Square through the French Quarter and Garden District, stopping for landmarks, 19th-century mansions, and an above-ground cemetery. Your English-speaking guide shares local history and stories; guides have included Jeff, Jeffrey, Betsy, Milan, and Chip. Expect a relaxed ride on a comfortable bike, with water provided.

“Jeffrey was the best guide ever, knowledgeable, funny, full of stories! Took great cate of us in the scorching heat. Wouldn’t miss this tour!!!”

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10.Scenic City Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 52 reviews · from $55

Pedal from the French Quarter through Faubourg Marigny, past Esplanade Avenue’s Creole mansions, and on to St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, City Park, and Bayou St. John. Your English-speaking guide connects the route to New Orleans’ Creole culture and growth from bayou to city. The three-hour ride is limited to 10 people.

“It was a great tour and an excellent way to see New Orleans and to learn the history of the city! Our guide was outstanding!”

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11.Music Party Bike Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $48Best value

At 7:30 pm, join a group of up to 16 for an approximately three-hour nighttime bike ride through New Orleans. Expect a party-first outing with NOLA Bounce, Hip Hop, Soul, R&B, and Pop, plus views of the Warehouse District, Canal Street, and other city stops. Guides named in past outings include Curtis, James, Darius, and Gideon.

“We had an awesome time. The music was great. The tour guide was fun. All in all great and would definitely do it again.”

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12.New Orleans Culinary Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $104

Join local guide Jeff for a three-hour New Orleans bike tour that pairs three food stops with a ride through historic neighborhoods. Your bicycle, bottled water, and plenty of food are included. Meet at 10:15 am on Elysian Fields Avenue, then return to the same spot.

“The food is great. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time. The conversation was great and learned a lot about the history of how the food originated in this area.”

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13.Buzz the Crescent Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 3 hours · from $52

Ride with an English-speaking guide from the French Quarter through the Marigny, beneath Esplanade Avenue’s oaks, and into City Park and Armstrong Park. The three-hour tour includes a bike, helmet, and bottled water, with a cemetery visit and a chance to buy beignets at Cafe Du Monde. Guides Chip and Adam have led tours, though your guide may differ.

“Chip was an excellent tour guide, very informative and fun. We saw a lot of the city at a leisurely pace. It was a local’s view of life in New Orleans with history and culture. We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys cycling and seeing the extended sights of the city.”

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14.Tale of Two Cities: Uptown Bike Tour in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $55

Start at 626 N Rampart St. for a three-hour guided ride from the French Quarter into the Garden District, passing sites tied to jazz, Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, and Lafayette Square. Your bike, helmet, and bottled water are included. Guides have included Barrett, Eric, and Jonathan; the group is capped at 10.

“We had a great time. Lots of great history told in a fun captivating way. We were lucky enough to have Barrett as our guide. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience New Orleans in an entertaining and unique way. Top notch tour - worth every penny.”

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15.New Orleans French Quarter & Cemetery Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Ride for about two to two and a half hours with a local guide, covering French Quarter streets, Jackson Square, St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery, Frenchmen Street, Royal Street, and Faubourg Marigny. Bikes, helmets, bottled water, and ponchos are provided. Groups are capped at 10, and the ride returns to Chartres Street.

“Our guide was easy going and informative, loved the tunes coming from his bike. He gave us plenty of time to get off our bikes to see various sites.”

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