• Esplanade Avenue - A licensed tour guide will lead the way along Esplanade Ave, historically known as “Creole Millionaires Row.” Enjoy the ride down this oak-lined avenue, admiring the stunning architecture as you pass through Faubourg Treme and into Faubourg St. John.
• Degas House - Discover several delightful New Orleans residences, including the Luling Mansion and Degas House.
• Seventh Ward - Journey through Creole neighborhoods such as Faubourg Treme and Faubourg St. John, listening to tales of old New Orleans and uncovering hidden local gems.
• St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 - Gain insight into the intriguing burial customs within our “Cities of the Dead.”
• City Park - Enjoy a relaxed ride through the live oak groves and Spanish moss, taking in the sights and appreciating the flora and fauna of City Park. The guide will highlight museums, botanical and sculpture gardens, and other attractions.
• Cafe Du Monde - City Park - Take a well-earned break, with the chance to purchase beignets and café au lait at Cafe Du Monde in City Park.
• Bayou St. John - Follow the path of one of the oldest roads in the US - Bayou Road, the very foundation of New Orleans.
• French Quarter - Travel through the historic French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny on the return journey.

• Bicycle use
• Helmet
• Local Guide
• Bottled water
• Poncho when raining

• Snacks
• Our guides are great, please don’t forget them. Gratuity is not included in the price.

The tour kicks off with a journey through the Bywater and Marigny neighborhoods, rich in history, art, and charming shotgun houses. A licensed tour guide will lead the way up Esplanade Ave, historically known as “Creole Millionaires Row.” Participants will ride along the oak-lined avenue, admiring the architecture, and pass through Faubourg Treme into Faubourg St. John. After a relaxing ride through City Park, there will be a well-deserved break. Riders can purchase beignets and café au lait at Cafe Du Monde.

The tour continues along Bayou Road, one of the oldest roads in the US and the reason for New Orleans’ existence. Finally, the group will pedal back through the historic French Quarter and the Marigny, taking in the sights along the way.

Tour length: Approximately 9 miles

Paved Paradise Tours is a small, owner-operated company offering a genuinely local perspective. The team lives, works, and enjoys these neighborhoods, showcasing hidden gems that visitors will want to explore again.

• Please provide heights of all children so we can determine the correct bike size.
• Please be aware that the itinerary listed is a broad overview. Not every tour will be able to make every stop.
• Tours operate rain or shine. In the event of dangerous weather we will work with you to reschedule or refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.