Navigate New Orleans easily Still, New Orleans' streetcar system is a charming way to explore the city, and you can easily rent bikes, hop a bus, take a ferry, or call a pedicab, a taxi or a limo service whenever you need to.

Tourists in New Orleans primarily get around using the city's iconic Streetcars, which provide a nostalgic and affordable way to see the historic districts. The St. Charles Avenue line is the most famous, running through the Garden District and under massive oak canopies. In 2026, most tourists use the "Le Pass" app to buy a $3 "Jazzy Pass" for unlimited daily rides. For areas not covered by streetcars, like the deeper parts of the Marigny or Byblos, walking is the preferred method within the French Quarter, as the streets are narrow and difficult for cars. For longer distances or late-night travel, rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) are ubiquitous and generally safer than walking through unfamiliar residential areas after dark. For a unique "NOLA" experience, many visitors also use Algiers Ferry to cross the Mississippi River for just $2. Pedicabs (bicycle taxis) are also a popular, though more expensive, option for quick trips between the French Quarter and the Warehouse District, offering a breezy way to navigate the often humid "Crescent City."