Original 'Creole & Crescent' Bicycle Tour (Pedal Bikes)

New Orleans, Louisiana

Original 'Creole & Crescent' Bicycle Tour (Pedal Bikes)

New Orleans, Louisiana

Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes

Overview

Explore the rich history of New Orleans on the Original 'Creole & Crescent' Bicycle Tour. Pedal through the iconic French Quarter and five unique neighborhoods while discovering the city’s fascinating past with an engaging local guide.

🚴 Ride through the historic French Quarter and five unique neighborhoods

🌳 Explore City Park and the stunning Ancient Oak Tree Grove

🏛️ Visit landmarks like St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 and the Esplanade Avenue

🎷 Learn about New Orleans' rich history and vibrant culture, including the birthplace of jazz at Congo Square

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily 10:00am & 1:30pm

Full description

Pedal through the heart of New Orleans history with the Original 'Creole & Crescent' Bicycle Tour, a favorite among visitors since 2010. This tour takes you back in time, exploring the city’s first 150 years before the Louisiana Purchase. You’ll ride through five unique neighborhoods, from the famous French Quarter to the oak-filled City Park, and past historic landmarks like the St. Louis Cemetery and Armstrong Park. With a fun, engaging guide leading the way, this tour offers the best blend of sightseeing, history, and scenic beauty in the city.

Expect to cruise down mellow streets, take plenty of photo stops, and soak in the atmosphere of New Orleans from a whole new perspective. Whether you're a solo traveler, part of a family, or a first-time visitor, this tour is designed to provide an immersive and enjoyable experience. Just make sure you're comfortable with urban biking because it’s all about riding alongside the city’s auto traffic in some areas. Come ready for an unforgettable, pedal-powered journey through the Crescent City!

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: Minimum age is 12 years old.
Weight: Maximum weight limit is 350 pounds.
Physical limitations: Riders must be physically capable of riding a bike confidently in an urban setting. Those with balance, coordination issues, or poor riding ability should not participate.
Experience level: This experience is not recommended for beginners. Riders should be comfortable with street riding alongside auto traffic.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: This is not an experience for children under 12.
Individuals with disabilities: Not wheelchair accessible.
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: Approximately 2-3 hours, depending on group size and average riding speed.
What’s included: A licensed professional tour guide, helmet, bike with a bell and handlebar bag, bottled water, and a poncho for rainy days.
Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times. The group size is a maximum of 12 participants.
Spectators: No spectators are allowed; everyone must have a ticket/reservation.
Photo/Video: You are encouraged to take your own photos at designated stops.
Specific rules to follow: Smoking is not allowed. Riders must be able to follow the guide’s instructions for safety.

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: The tour runs rain or shine, except in severe weather. Ponchos are provided for light rain.
Arrival: Plan to arrive 15 minutes in advance. Late arrivals may not be able to participate, and refunds are not provided.
Parking: Please plan ahead for parking.
What to wear: Dress for the weather. Closed-toe shoes, a hat, and sunscreen are recommended. Flip-flops, sandals, and high heels are not recommended.
What to bring:
- Cash for refreshments (some vendors do not accept cards).
- Phones and electronics are allowed.
Restrooms/Lockers/Changing rooms: Restrooms are available at the meeting location.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

All riders must sign a release, waiver, indemnification agreement, and statement of assumption of risk before the tour begins.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.