Bywater
New Orleans
Popular places to visit
Crescent Park
After visiting Crescent Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and renowned jazz scene in this walkable area.
Canal Street
Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
Port of New Orleans
Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.
Caesars New Orleans Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Caesars New Orleans Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in New Orleans? Experience the renowned jazz scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, a top convention center in New Orleans. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
New Orleans Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes National WWII Museum
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Top hotels in Bywater
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
It is a noisy location with muted music well into the night, but that is due to the location itself. Room was large, clean and staff was friendly. Elevators did stop working once but seemed to be quickly fixed. Water station doesn't offer just plain water - so we didn't use it. Was just okay - we ...
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
Great
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Hotel was perfect and immaculate! staff was accommodating, polite and so friendly. Couldn’t have been nicer.My only complaint was the outside noise early in the mornings. We stayed on the second floor, noisy carts rolling at 6am on a daily basis.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
The Westin New Orleans
Breakfast buffet offered a nice variety although a bit pricey (not an issue).. convenience is everything.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter
Didn’t use services
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans
Beautiful hotel. Near everthing
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bywater
Faubourg Marigny
Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. Top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.
Algiers
River views, shopping, and restaurants are just a few things travelers enjoy about Algiers. Check out Mississippi River or Algiers Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
French Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.
Tremé
Tremé is noteworthy for its live music, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Louisiana Museum of African American History and New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture & History.
Arts/Warehouse District
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. You can visit top attractions like National World War II Museum and The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk, and jump on the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.
New Orleans Central Business District
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Bourbon Street, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.
