Why choose this tour ?
When Louisiana was purchased by the United States in 1803 the dynamics of the city began to shift. Trace the journey of American settlement in a foreign French Creole world. As we journey into the Uptown American Sector, we stop to learn about the uptown innovators who created Jazz at the Rampart-Perdido Corridor. From there you're off to learn about the Garden Districts evolution from a sugar plantation through its development after the Louisiana Purchase into the extravagant faubourg that you see today. Trees that grow Mardi Gras beads, American history, antebellum mansions, Lafayette Cemetery #1, and a charm that only our city can bestow on its visitors. Join us on this urban adventure through one of the most majestic neighborhoods in New Orleans! Traffic Level: Heart of the City: Light Creole Odyssey: Moderate American Adventure: Heavy
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What makes Tale of Two Cities: Uptown Bike Tour in New Orleans a unique experience ?
Meet at our French Quarter location. From here we embark into the former of city of Lafayette. On our journey we will make stops on the Perdido-Rampart corridor to learn about the origins of Jazz. From there we journey into the Garden District to learn about the American settlers that came to New Orleans after the Louisiana Purchase.
Explore the Garden District by bike and take in the neighborhood’s antebellum architecture.
The Lafayette Cemetery is currently closed for repair. We will stop outside of the gates however, where we will explain our burial process with you.
Learn about the public square of the former city of Lafayette.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 13 years
- All participants must be over 4'11"
- Wearing flip flops/slippers while riding a bicycle is hazardous and highly discouraged.
- If you are driving the Basin Lot at 1205 St. Louis St. has the best rates in the French Quarter area.
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- Tale of Two Cities: Uptown Bike Tour in New Orleans
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Tale of Two Cities: Uptown Bike Tour in New Orleans Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Professional guide
- Use of bicycle
- Use of helmet
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Flambeaux Bicycle Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Chicago.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 30 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure time. • Dress according to the weather, close toed shoes preferable. • Minimum age is 13 years. • Not wheelchair accessible. • All participants must be over 4'11".
