Downtown Lafayette Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Lafayette
Popular places to visit
Cathedral of St John
This centuries-old cathedral is famous for its Romanesque architecture, beautiful stained-glass windows, ancient oak tree and museum of religious relics.
Alexandre Mouton House
Visit this early 19th-century antebellum house to discover original artifacts that showcase the history of south Louisiana and the pioneers of Lafayette.
Acadian Village
The fascinating life of the Acadians of Louisiana comes alive at a collection of historic buildings, including a blacksmith workshop and church.
Vermilionville Historic Village
You can study the exhibits at Vermilionville Historic Village, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lafayette. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Vermilionville
Experience the traditions of the Cajuns, Creoles and Native Americans, watch live bands and cruise along the Vermilion River at this folk museum village.
The Acadiana Center for the Arts
You can make plans for a show at The Acadiana Center for the Arts during your trip to Lafayette. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Activities
Self-Guided Lafayette Scavenger Hunt: Lafayette In Full Bloom
Our pick of the best Downtown Lafayette Hotel Deals
The Juliet Hotel
Tiffany has excellent customer service!! Friendly and went above and beyond!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Choo Choo Lofts, 3 br, 2 bath, Full Kitchen - Lafayette, LA
Great location! House was very clean and tidy. Definitely will stay here again when we come back!
Reviewed on 5 May 2025
Da Princess Inn - Walk to Downtown
Excellent property!
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Lafayette Family Home: Free Parking, Downtown & 3 Bedrooms!
Property was exactly as described. Easy check in/out. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 16 June 2025
Urban Chic Meets Southern Comfort – Industrial Modern Loft in Downtown Lafayette
Great location. Wonderful accommodation and space. Very comfortable, quiet, and peaceful but within walking distance to anything one would want to do in the city.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport
Room was cozy and spacious. Nice amenities. And clean
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Lafayette
Sterling Grove Historic District
If you're spending time in Sterling Grove Historic District, you might enjoy its live music and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center or Children's Museum of Acadiana.
Freetown - Port Rico
Though Freetown - Port Rico may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Children's Museum of Acadiana.
McComb-Veazey
While there might not be top attractions in McComb-Veazey, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center and Children's Museum of Acadiana.
River Ranch
River Ranch might not have many top sights, but Woodland Village Shopping Center and Thomas Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
