If you are seeking to really experience New Orleans in a different way. I recommend renting a bicycle and this is a Great place to rent a bike.. read more

See all

First class operation. The quality of bikes and service are the best I've found in New Orleans. Ownership is very fair and makes working with them a pleasure. I highly recommend them!! read more

Great place to rent a bike or sign up for a tour oof the city. They have a fleet of bike built for the streets of New Orleans. I have rented bikes all over the US and this shop is one of my favorites. They can steer you in the best direction to ride regardless if you wanna history or great food. So much better then renting one of those blue bikes on the city corners. I can't wait to go back and use their wonderful bikes again. They will adjust the bike to fit you and advise you on use of the bike. read more

See all

Exploring a city you've never been to by bicycle is awesome. On our recent (first) trip to New Orleans, we were lucky enough to pick The American Bicycle Rental Company as the place to rent our bikes from (randomly, based on the pictures on their website). We arrived late in the day (near closing time), and when we arrived, a sign was taped to the door indicating that they had to step out to help a customer who had a flat. I gave Ryan a call, and he answered right away. He was really pleasant to talk to, apologized, and let us know when he thought he'd be back. When it ended up that he was going to be a little bit longer than he'd originally thought, he called me back with the update. I appreciated that. When he got back, he was all one could hope for in terms of service. Having never been to New Orleans before, and understanding that every city has its share of spots to avoid, Ryan grabbed a map and sat with us to place red X's over areas that were maybe a bit too "gangster" for us. He highlighted routes all over the city that he would recommend as a local cyclist. He circled certain spots that were worth visiting. It was incredibly useful -- we kept that map handy the entire time we were there. And not only was he insightful, but he was also funny and very kind. He gave us his personal cell number, and encouraged us to call him or text him if we had any questions. The bikes themselves were awesome. Hulking American steel frame cruisers accompanied by easy-to-use (and carry) locks, bike lights and helmets if you want them (no additional charge). If you're in chill mode and just want to see the city (like we did), then these are great bikes. I especially love the guys' bikes. Bottom line: next time you're looking to cruise through the neighborhoods of New Orleans and need a local's guidance, give Ryan a call at American Bicycle Rental Company. read more

French Quarter Go - Male bike from American Bicycle Rental Company - Bike Rentals Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I wanted to rent a bike during my visit to New Orleans, because I have a bad hip joint which greatly limits my ability to walk distances. I came to this shop with lots of questions about night safety, the possibility of theft, and if I'd have air pressure issues as an overweight person. They answered each question with honesty and detail and eased my mind. Their contract was also very informational about how to avoid theft and traffic tickets. I rented a bike for three days for $103. I didn't have a single issue. I stayed at the Marriott by the convention center and was able to check my bike at the front desk each night for free. I received countless compliments about how beautiful the bike was, it was easy to lock, and the lights were easy to attach/detach. Taxi drivers were a bit impatient and honked a few times, but, overall, I felt safe riding the bike in traffic. I wholeheartedly recommend this shop! They have pride in their service and product, and it's easy to see why. I had an awesome experience! read more

French Quarter Go - Riding my bike to dinner reservation at Palace Cafe I just told the rest of my party: "I'll meet you there!" - Bike Rentals Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

The ONLY way to experience the Quarter! Teddy illuminates the Crescent as he cruises you through. Cool, calm and comfortable. All the best destinations in the French Quarter have American Bike Rental bikes locked up out front- 'cause we all got there on American Bike Rentals bicycles! Thanks Ryan and Oliver! read more

I would leave 6 stars if I could. Ryan (I believe was his name) was extremely friendly, professional and helpful. You can tell by seeing his shop and talking to him that he takes a lot of pride in his business and products. His bikes are THE MOST comfortable bikes to rent in New Orleans, I have actually rented bikes from multiple other companies in the city and his were by far superior to his competitors. When riding, I normally get pain in my crotch area but his seats were big, cushioned and comfortable and made a super long bike ride very comfy and easy. I could have rode the bike all day without issues. His service was also excellent. He was helpful with suggestions and directions before we took off from his shop, he even had a customized map with bike routes and suggestions of places to check out. When riding, we had a small hiccup (user error) with one of his bikes on the other side of town and he drove out to us with a new bike so we didn't have to worry about anything. The other thing that sets Ryan's company apart from the others is the 24h bike drop off. At other companies you have to worry about rushing back to the shop before it closes to avoid a huge fee but since you have the flexibility to return whenever you need to it makes the ride a lot less stressful and more enjoyable. I will definitely be coming back to the shop as I'm in N.O. Twice a year and always love exploring the city via bike. Make sure you rent a bike while on your trip to New Orleans, biking in the city is by far the best way to see it so make sure you stop by Ryan's shop when you're there! read more

French Quarter Go - Bike Rentals Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I rented the perfect NOLa bike this morning! Single speed, hand brakes, light, built in house. Tight, no rattles. Good seat. 700c wheels. Light frame. I wanted to buy the bike at the end of the rental. It is flat here so you don't need gears! Usually, I prefer drop bars, but come on. The flat bars were perfect for right here. I rode 40 miles through the city. Plenty of bike trails and bike lanes. Great service. Excellent price. These are good people. I am wonderfully happy. I need to figure out when I can ride tomorrow. read more

This might be my forth time renting bikes from the American Bicycle Company in NOLA! We did not go on one of the amazing, fun and incredibly informative tours this time, but you should. With map in hand, we explored from the The By Water to the Garden District and everything in between. Definitely get their map with highlighted stops! This is the best way to see the city. Last advice: leave the bike home at night and stop in for breakfast the the By Water Bakery. My favorite tour guide is Teddy but I hear they are all fab! read more

See all

These guys are legit! Ollie and Bill are super friendly and will set you up with some quality, well maintained, bicycles to cruise the city. Their store is clean and professional. We picked up our bikes later in the afternoon, but they have it setup so that you can return the bikes after hours, so you can enjoy an afternoon and don't have to worry about where to lock them up at night. As an avid cyclist and someone that works in the bicycle industry, I get a little picky about bike rentals, but they provided a 5 star service. Don't get fooled by the other rental shops in the French Quarter. Some show pictures of bikes they don't have in stock and/or you're limited to their working hours. The American Bicycle Rental Company is the only place you should go to rent bikes in the French Quarter! read more

French Quarter Go - Bike Rentals Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This is the BEST place to rent bikes in New Orleans! My husband and I had a blast cruising thru the city. It makes way more sense to rent at bike at an awesome family owned spot then renting a car or using a city bike. Thanks for the amazing service and bikes!! read more

I walked in off the street looking for a bike rental and after the seat was adjusted for me, I was cruising on a US-made bike from the American Bicycle Rental Company (ABRC). The staff was extremely helpful and professional. I was given an excellent map of NOLA from ABRC that included restaurant recommendations. I really appreciated that the 8-hour time I paid for began when I left the store, rather than having to return the bike by 5:00 p.m. like other bike rental places. I was given a code to a back door (written on my map for me too) and when I was finished riding, I was able to secure the bike in the building and drop off the key. If I come back to NOLA, I'll rent from ABRC again! read more

To begin, if you're a tourist and haven't experienced New Orleans on a bicycle, you must! I've been to New Orleans many times, but never did a bicycle thing until last weekend, and it was so much fun, even in the heat. I've decided that a bicycle rental is mandatory for future visits. I chose this company because it was around the corner from the hotel in the French Quarter. The website is a bit old school and interior sparse, but the cruisers were new and comfortable, and service was pleasant. Unfortunately, I got a flat tire an hour into the ride, but the owner drove to my location, loaded up the bike, dropped me off at a nearby coffee shop, and brought back a new bike. Great customer service. read more

My boyfriend and I visit NOLA quite frequently. We always rent from this place! Super professional, bikes have always been available for us. The guys are super helpful and even give you a map that has some of their favorite bike routes with good restaurants and bars along the way. They also offer 24 hr returns. It was easy check in and check out! We will definitely use them for all of our trips back to NOLA! read more

French Quarter Go - Best bike rental in NOLA! - Bike Rentals Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Five stars for cost, dependability, convenience and friendliness! Ryan was super friendly and snuck us a discount for renting for 3 days. We called ahead because we wanted to keep the bikes a bit longer than planned and they were incredibly accommodating. The bikes were dependable and nicer than most other rental companies- our friends were constantly complimenting us on our cool bikes! The location is convenient and you can store your bikes overnight if you would like! Check in and get your own discount! read more

We rented bikes from Ryan Bergeron at The American Bicycle Rental Company for 1/2 day during a weekend visit to New Orleans. We had a fantastic time with the bikes and we were complimented on our bikes by other tourists everywhere we went. The service was beyond great and the bikes were in fantastic shape. Ryan made the process of renting bikes a great experience and we look forward to returning to New Orleans and using Ryan's bikes once again. I highly recommend The American Bicycle Rental Company for anyone visiting New Orleans and wants a leisure ride around town. read more

First time renting bikes in New Orleans. Our friends had reco'd Mike's the Bike Guy and Michael's bicycles. Neither of those business had any cruisers available so we found this place and called them up. They said they had plenty of bikes. I was a bit skeptical since nobody had told me about them before, but we headed down to their location on Burgundy Street (which was rather convenient.) Suffice it to say they hit it out of the park. 1. The cruiser bikes are heaven on earth. Mint condition. Comfortable and easy-riding. We put about 50 miles on in two days. We went everywhere. It opened the city up to us. 2. They come with all the necessary accessories. Commodious baskets, Cable locks, headlights, taillights -- all in tip-top condition 3,The guys in the shop are knowledgeful, super-friendly and helpful. They'll help you plan a route and let you know where to ride and where not to. 4. The prices were great and they have great flexibility with respect to pricing (hourly, daily, weekly) PLUS 24-hour bike drop off. We returned our bike late and they graciously didn't charge us. Again, kudos to this company for doing things the right way. I recommend them HIGHLY. read more

New Orleans is so easy to explore on a bike - the city is primarily flat and there appears to be a growing number of bike lanes. I had zero problems with my equipment or service. I just thought Ryan lacked some customer service tact/professionalism: I became a bit confused at something that he was explaining and he insinuated that he was not the problem because he does this every day, so clearly I was the problem because I simply didn't understand what he was saying. I was pretty put off but chose to not let the insult interfere with what turned out to be an amazing day of biking around the city. But I can see why some people might easily become irritated with him.... Overall, fantastic day, but because I made it so. I may or may not use these guys again. Honestly, if I had not experienced that teeny tiny Ryan insult, I would have given this place 5 stars and planned returned patronage with no hesitation. That's the power of your interactions when working with customers! It left a lasting impression and a mixed taste in my mouth. read more

Southern hospitality at its finest! Would give this place ten stars if I could. The bikes are top of the line, which is important because the streets of NOLA are far from and Ryan (the owner) created a far greater experience than I could have ever imagined. He made it a point to adjust the bikes to each of our likings and even took the time to map out suggested routes in order to maximize our very short ride. We ended up taking the path along the river, which was lovely, though I will say that one hour was not nearly enough time to do the area justice. It happened to be all the time we had due to a busy wedding schedule, but I would highly recommend a longer rental. The tour offered sounded amazing as well, and I get the feeling that these guys would offer an awesome one, so definitely shoot for that if you can. Either way you go, rent here. Ryan's enthusiasm for his customers and his hometown shines bright as can be. You'll be happy you did :) *P.S. They have 24 hour return service! Huge plus in a city that never sleeps. read more

Fantastic...Fantastic Service! Ryan greeted us with a smile and local knowledge and some smoking cool cruisers. If you have not experienced NOLA on bikes yet. It's a must! Great Customer Service, good clean bikes, Ryan was awesome. read more

You want to see New Orleans? Then look no further than Ryan's all American bike rentals! As we were in Nola for Mardi Gras and the weather was practically freezing I thought it would be a lovely way to see the garden district and get to the zoo. My best friend wasn't so convinced. I think I was missing my bike back home in Australia so had the urge to forge ahead with this plan. These guys offer tours of all sorts and would love to go back and do these at some point. However having a bike virgin with me meant that I didn't really get to do any of the tours as 3 hours on a bike made her eyes pop out of her head... We hired the bikes for 4 hours thinking that would be enough time. We were a wee bit overtime, however I called and left a message saying we got a tad lost and will be back as soon as we can. Definitely worth it in cost and the joys you get from bike riding. read more

Found this place on Yelp of course. We visited New Oreans for a few days and needed something different to do other than drink and shop so we came here! The owner was super helpful and nice (plus, he's cute lol) . I can tell he really cares about his business, and is very forward thinking in terms of providing his customers with the best possible experience. It felt like he cares for this business like his own child! Which is great for us, the customers. Come here for a very easy, painless rental experience. read more

If you are coming to New Orleans to do more than just party on bourbon street than renting a bicycle to get around the city is an awesome option. If you do, you need to rent from these guys. We had decided to rent bikes pretty early on and had already stopped by a few bike rental/tour companies to check on pricing and quality of the bikes. When we found these guys it was a no brainer to go with them. 1. Great prices : $25 for three hours, $30 for 8 hours, and $35 for a 24 hour period. We went with the 24 hour rental which was perfect since we never felt rushed and had plenty of time to see the whole city. The also have after hour returns so you can or pretty much return the bikes whenever you want. Tip: when we were there they had a check in offer for 10% off. Good way to save a couple bucks. 2. Great bikes: all the bikes seemed brand new (plus made in America) and were very well taken care of and super comfortable. They are pretty large cruisers that would be bad if there were any hills in the city but are perfect for the super flat city of New Orleans. They also have super cushiony seats and some have baskets perfect for carrying purses and other things. Tip: the men's bicycle seats are way more comfortable that the women's. They don't have baskets on them but, if you are a girl, it may be worth going with a guys bike for the better seats. Some of the roads are pretty bumpy. 3. Great service: Teddy, the office manager and tour guide, was super helpful and took his time to map out all the major attractions, the roads we should take, the areas we should avoid, and plenty of recommendations of great restaurants. His knowledge was invaluable and saved us a lot of time. It was also nice basically having a tour route mapped out for you. He was also just a super nice guy. Anyway, this place should be a must stop if you have a couple days in the city. You will be super happy you did. read more

Solid place. I liked the bikes - they are cruisers with some big ol' tires to absorb all the crazy bumps and holes in the roads you WILL encounter. I also liked they had a basket so i could store food and water in. I liked they had a map of different routes. Easy rental and return process. I felt a little offput when they said they couldn't advise on how to fit my helmet. I'm sure it's due to liability concerns since you do not need to wear a helmet in Louisiana, but wish they'd find a way to make that work for them. Thankfully I had some semblance of how to properly fit the helmet, but the only mirror they had was tucked away in one of the rooms. I guess a lot of people don't use the helmets? Lastly I think price was a little high - $43 to rent for 24 hrs. It does seem to be pretty standard pricing though here, but i think $30 would've been more like "man i got a great deal". They are totally upfront with price and it's all inclusive so that was all fine. I'm just saying what would encourage me to give a 5 star rating. Overall great experience, and would definitely consider them again if/when I come back to new orleans. If price was a little lower it wouldn't even be a question - they'd be first place I'd look. read more

Great bicycle rental place located right in the French Quarter. AFTER HOURS BIKE RETURN lets you return the bikes at any time day or night which is extremely convenient. I don't think there are any other places in New Orleans with after hours returns. The bikes are in great condition and look pretty snazzy too. They are single speed beach cruiser style with a coaster brake (pedal backwards to brake). This works just fine for New Orleans which literally has no hills higher than 5 feet. We rode all over the city easily, Magazine Street, Garden District, through City Park to Lake Pontchartrain and the French Quarter. I will definitely be renting bikes here again the next time I go to New Orleans. read more

Excellent bikes but unfortunately no one was there when we came in, so we used a place next door. -The owner noticed my first review and replied....that earns a star in my book. I can't wait to give this company a spin. read more

I understand that when you have an important event in town you want to make more money and charge more - I have a business myself. However, over charging for more than double on their rentals are a bit too much in my opinion. We have been coming to this amazing city for Jazz Fest for the past 5 years and we ALWAYS rent bikes for a 5-6 days period (including the Jazz Fest weekend and rainy days). We never felt that bike shops owners/employees were arrogant or greedy - this was the first time at this place. Well they may find people willing to over pay them. For us, we left and ended up renting a great bike at the super cute shop 2 blocks down - Flambeaux. The owner gave us a fair deal for his last 2 bike rentals for 6 days. Great respectful service to tourists who will be returning to Flambeaux every year to come :-) read more

BEST TOUR EVER One of my last tours during my solo trip was with this shop. I love their wall of thanks and customer geography. They ensure you have the right seating or the bike you are assigned. Even though we biked through a storm we enjoyed every second. If you ever go to New Orleans, book the 3 hour tour - its eye opening. Unfortunately we can not ride through the cemetery but we stopped and was given the background history on the above ground tombs. I learned so much, biked over 10 miles and didn't feel exhausted when we returned to the shop. read more

A fleet of well maintained sweet cruisers that are built to handle the potholed NOLA streets. Owner Ryan was super friendly and helpful with suggested routes and sights. Conviently located in the quarter but away from the busiest core. Its a gret way to see NOLA. If you dont want to ride self guided they also offer various tours but I didnt take one so I cant comment on the quality but the pricing seemed fair. read more

If you want to explore New Orleans beyond the French quarter, biking is a great way to go. The city is pretty flat and there are plenty of bike lanes along routes to the garden district, the treme, and city park. And it's a fantastic way to discover businesses along these routes that you might not otherwise discover by streetcar or tour bus. And this is a fantastic place to rent from. They have men's and women's bikes, which are gorgeous and well made. the bikes are fixed gear with wide comfortable seats, a lovely bell, a lock, and a basket on the front. There are no children's bikes. The owner was super friendly and knowledgeable about the best biking routes in NOLA. Only after leaving did we realize that we weren't given helmets. You may want to make sure to ask about this if helmets are important to you. We originally reserved bikes for two days but decided to keep them for an extra day. This was no problem and super easy to do with a phone call. read more

Great bicycle rental company. Veteran owned and veteran employees are great at setting you up with your bike and getting you out quick and on your way. The ride up to lake pontchartrain was great. Best way to see the city is on a bicycle. I will definitely rent from these guys again when I come back to NOLA. Two thumbs up. 19yr AF Veteran approved!!! read more

First time and definitely not the last riding a tandem bicycle! The owner and operator, Ryan, was incredibly helpful and full of information about his bicycles, where to go in New Orleans and where not to go as well. He was really nice about everything, and even let us return the bike after he closed, since we rented it for the whole day- I almost didn't want to bring it back I was having such a good time. The tandem had kevlar tires, which was great for the New Orleans streets (which were a little rough, but we certainly didn't feel it riding the bike). Ryan will outfit you with everything you need: the bike, a lock, and an adorable basket that you can take off and go shopping with or toss a picnic in, oh and helmets too! His bikes all have bells on them so you can make some noise and remind the drivers that you're on the road too. He also isn't doing any false advertising: his bikes are all American made and high quality, which is important on those bumpy New Orleans roads. He'll set you up with a map of highlighted routes that are good for cyclists and tell you how to get where you want to go. We went to the city park and checked out the sculpture garden and botanical gardens. New Orleans is a wonderful city to bike around and I highly recommend going to Ryan to rent your bike(s). He makes himself completely accessible to his customers and gives you his cell phone so that if you do get into any trouble he can help out. read more

Friendly attendant who is easy on the eyes :) Good bikes What else can be said about a bike rental. I'll rent from the again if in the area. A little pricy but probably ompetitive with others in the area read more

We decided to rent some bikes 3/1/14 to move about the streets during Mardi Gras 2014. They also do tours on different bike routes but we decided to do our thang, ya know, be adventurous. We walked in and they had 2 bikes left to rent. They were very helpful by providing a bike map with good roads to take, what areas to avoid, places to see (Audubon Park: 500 yr old Oak Tree). You can tell they have pride in their business. PROS: -Quick -Easy -Very Accommodating and helpful Staff -Tours for around the town -Very friendly staff -Provide bike route maps -Give great suggestions for sight seeing -Adjust bike seats for comfort -Provide lights for bike, helmets, bike basket, and lock with key -Durable cruisers -24 HOUR BIKE RETURN! CONS: -Fixed gear (no gears) cruisers -Harder for larger people (Dave: 6'4" 240lbs) -Limited bike selection, cruisers only -Didn't honor the 10% coupon b/c it was Mardi Gras. That's the whole reason why we picked them from all the places that popped up on YELP! read more

This was a super friendly, helpful and decently priced bike rental for an entire day! Thank you so much for your hospitality and the maps and suggestions. We will definitely use again on our return and recommend to anyone visiting! read more

If you truly want to enjoy navigating and enjoying New Orleans please rent a custom for Nola bike here. These cruisers make city explorations easy and you get a breeze on bike. We got the tailor made maps for self-guided tours of New Orleans created by one of the shops owners who is related to an original Nola settler. The staff are friendly and easy to work with. We needed to extend our rental and it was made easy for us. Whether you're a daily commuter like us or new to biking you'll find these bikes comfortable and perfect for the roads (come with a lock, lights and helmet if you want) and this shop is convenient and pleasant. We will always look forward to renting these on our future visits! read more

I had the pleasure of being Ryan's first customer. First of all, he provides great service. I called 2 other bicycle rental companies in New Orleans, and Ryan was the only one to actually answer his phone. I didn't realize that it was a drop off service so when I called him I was actually at the address of the company. He was able to meet me there in less than 10 minutes to set me up with a bike. Ryan takes pride in using the last bicycle made in the USA. These sturdy cruisers were perfect for managing the cobblestones and trolley tracks of New Orleans. He offered great suggestions of things to do and places to eat in the French Quarter. This is a great local company run by a stand up guy. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking to rent a bike in New Orleans! read more

This is the place to rent bikes while in New Orleans. We rented them for the whole weekend and experience the city like we never had. Absolutely loved riding through the neighbors; you can see so much more! Ryan is great and will take good care of you. One day, my husband got a flat tire... no problem. Ryan brought us a new bike asap, I think it was like 10 minutes. Highly recommend! We cannot wait to get back down there and do it again! read more

French Quarter Go - American Bicycle - Bike Rentals Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Quick and convenient, also you canpay by the hour or the day. The owner also gave us the route map and info since we missed all their tours for the day. read more

This place is really great -- the other 5-star reviewers have it right. The GF and I were visiting NOLA and wanted to spend a day touring around. Ryan took a lot of time to describe different routes, while also warning us about areas to avoid. He even recommended a place to stop for po boys which turned out to be a hidden gem that we would never have found otherwise. The bikes were in very good condition and the price was completely reasonable. Plus, Ryan is former military who helped in the Katrina effort and has a new kid. Help a good & deserving guy keep his business chugging! read more