By the Bayou

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Tucked away on the banks of Bayou St. John is the Pitot House, a stunning example of a Creole Colonial country home. Built in 1799, this West Indies-style residence is surrounded by its own gardens, offering a peaceful escape from the city noise.

Inside, you'll find brick floors and an exposed wood beam ceiling on the ground floor, while the upstairs features wide wood plank flooring and Caribbean-influenced colors. It's one of the oldest surviving Creole country homes open to the public, giving you a vivid glimpse of the architecture and lifestyle of old New Orleans.

Updated June 2026