The Original 'Creole and Crescent' Bike Tour

67 Reviews4.91 out of 5 stars Based on 67 traveler reviews collected by Cool New Orleans and TripAdvisor | New Orleans, USA

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Overview

Established in 2011 as the first legitimate New Orleans bike tour company that wasn't run from a living room sofa.
-> 13 Years in Business
-> 3,000+ 5-star reviews across multiple platforms
-> Original Owner
-> Original Guides
-> Original Tours
-> What more could you want from a tour company?

Who else is better qualified to show you New Orleans than the people whose family, in 1696, cut their way through a mosquito infested swamp in order to establish what would become the world famous City of New Orleans?

Both versions of our 'Creole' tour (pedal & electric) showcase the original settlement of New Orleans - from the French Quarter, down Esplanade Ave. to city park, and back again to the French Quarter through the neighborhoods of Bayou St. John and Treme.

Choose FreeWheelin' for the most:
-> authentic
-> informative
-> and entertaining Bike Tours of New Orleans mon ami.

Don't deliberate, this is the tour that you need to do, visit our website for the easiest booking experience.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Complementary ponchos for rainy weather.
  • Helmet, Handlebar Bag & Bell
  • Alcohol, drugs & foreign substnaces that can lead to rider impairment.
  • Tour guide gratuity. If you enjoyed your ride then please tip your guide.
  • Food, drink, refreshments or anything else that the rider(s) wish to purchase hile on tour.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

FreeWheelin' Bike Tours & Rentals, 317 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA

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Our shop is in the middle of the block between N. Rampart and Burgundy in the French Quarter.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

French Quarter

We meet and begin the tour at the FreeWheelin' shop in the French Quarter @ 317 Burgundy St.*Updated description coming - see either our company website or the 'Electric Creole Cruise' description on Viator since both tours are essentially the same with the biggest difference being the type of bike used on tour.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Esplanade Avenue

Also known as, 'The Avenue of the Creoles' or Millionaires Row', we ride this 4+ mile stretch from it' beginning to our stop in city park. Along the way we see mansions of the old Creole aristocracy and here stories about who these were/are and their influence on New Orleans culture and society. This portion of the tour also stops at, 'Gayerre Place' to see the decorative monument, 'Peace, the Genius of History.'
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Frenchmen Street

The locals Bourbon Street and epicenter of the New Orleans live music scene
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

City Park

We ride through a thousand year Live Oak tree grove and stop to hear stories about duels and tragedy's that took place in this majestic setting. Upon departure from the park we cross over Bayou St. John via 'Magnolia Bridge' before heading to Treme'.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bayou St. John

The tour crosses Bayou St. John via 'Magnolia Bridge' and rides along the bayou for a while before turning into the neighborhood of the same name. We stop on the Live Oak tree lined Ursuline Avenue for another history lesson in a beautiful setting.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Treme

Into the Treme' we ride. Unlike many other tours, we take our riders deep into Treme' showing you the true version of the neighborhood that isn't depicted on popular shows produced by Hollywood. Since we're from New Orleans, we've got a lot of friends in the neighborhood; you'll be greeted with smiles, waives and a "hey baby" as we roll on to Armstrong Park & Congo Square.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

We stop to see the last and oldest of the St. Louis cemeteries to hear about the burial process of the deceased New Orleanians; it's an interesting story for sure. We do not give a tour of the cemetery; this is just a brief stop to hear stories as well as a photo op and opportunity for a short stroll among the tombs.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Congo Square

This is last stop on the tour, it's where it all comes together. This last stop is the birthplace of Jazz Music and the origins of Jazz Fest.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New Orleans

There are several other sights and a couple of more stops that can't be listed on this Trip Advisor description since they are not in the available choices for attractions.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Louis Armstrong Park

A ride through Louis Armstrong Park let's us know that we're almost finished with the best bike tour in the city. A peaceful ride along the fountain filled ponds and tree-lined path takes us to our final stop in Congo Square.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for idividuals who cannot ride a bike! If that is you, please don't book a bike tour.

Cancellation Policy

This activity is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-71329P1

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Average 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 67 traveler reviews collected by Cool New Orleans and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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