outDoors & PArks the Crescent City Biking LAFITTE GREENWAY ©Justen Williams Whether it’s a ride around the city or around the block, New Orleans welcomes cyclists! Rent through Blue Bikes , our public e-bike share, or go for a more traditional bike rental at Bayou Bicycles in Mid-City, FreeWheelin' Bicycle Tours and Bike Rentals in the French Quarter, or at one of the many bike shops in the city. Many also offer bike tours, or you can check out one of these two popular areas to ride. 34 LAFITTE GREENWAY As for what routes to take, there’s none better than Lafitte Greenway ! This path connects Mid-City to the French Quarter on a road paved exclusively for cyclists and pedestrians. With historic landmarks, breweries, and lots of nature along the way, this scenic ride is an urban oasis. Scan for Our Bike Itinerary! LAKESHORE DRIVE A popular path for training and long-distance biking, Lakeshore Drive provides a waterfront path and the opportunity to explore the Lakeview area. It’s nestled along Lake Pontchartrain, so it’s common that you’ll see sailboats and other vessels out on the water. Plan your ride around sunrise or sunset for some of the best views you’ll find in all of New Orleans. FREEWHEELIN' BICYCLE TOURS ©Zach Smith
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