Southern Louisiana Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Denny Culbert /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Photo provided by Denny Culbert /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Photo provided by Philip Gould /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Lafayette which includes markets as well as a large group of people
New Iberia featuring a river or creek and a park

Where to stay in Southern Louisiana

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River Ranch

River Ranch might not have many top sights, but Acadiana Mall and Blackham Coliseum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

River Ranch
Lafayette featuring food

Downtown Lafayette

While visiting Downtown Lafayette, you might make a stop by sights like The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Cathedral of St John.

Downtown Lafayette
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Freetown - Port Rico

Though Freetown - Port Rico may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Alexandre Mouton House and The Acadiana Center for the Arts.

Freetown - Port Rico
Lake Charles Historic District which includes a sunset

Lake Charles Historic District

The panoramic lake views and first-class casinos highlight some of the most notable features of Lake Charles Historic District. Make a stop by Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu while you're exploring the area.

Lake Charles Historic District
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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 The Acadiana Center for the Arts.

McComb-Veazey
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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 The Acadiana Center for the Arts.

Sterling Grove Historic District
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
4 out of 5
777 Avenue L'Auberge, Lake Charles, LA
The price is NZ$216 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$216
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Lake Charles. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,283 reviews)
Guest interaction
"Stay was good but need more deep cleaning the restroom in the rooms. Check in was a ehhh front desk should be more friendly and give some guide me to the rooms or any facility from the hotel."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
Golden Nugget Lake Charles
Golden Nugget Lake Charles
4 out of 5
2550 Golden Nugget Blvd, Lake Charles, LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$348 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$348
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lake Charles. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,240 reviews)
"It was great for a girls trip"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Golden Nugget Lake Charles
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Scott/Lafayette
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Scott/Lafayette
2 out of 5
301 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Scott, LA
The price is NZ$108 per night from 17 July to 18 July
NZ$108
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Scott. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice rooms & super nice staff !"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Scott/Lafayette
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Blue Dolphin Inn and Cottages
Blue Dolphin Inn and Cottages
3 out of 5
2583 Highway 1, Grand Isle, LA
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Grand Isle. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Grand Isle Butterfly Dome ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (159 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay.."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Blue Dolphin Inn and Cottages
Amazing Ocean View on Holly Beach
Amazing Ocean View on Holly Beach
Cameron
Stay at this cabin in Holly Beach. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Wonderful Spring break
"This place is a hudden gem! It was quiet and peaceful. Wonderful ocean view and far enough away from everything to really unwind. Wifi is a little shotty, but we needed the disconnect from phones. Dolphins are everywhere out here! Will definitely go back!"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Amazing Ocean View on Holly Beach
Charming cabin in Grand Isle - Perfect for a getaway
Charming cabin in Grand Isle - Perfect for a getaway
2 out of 5
Grand Isle
Stay at this cabin in Grand Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Grand Isle Butterfly Dome and Elmer's Island Wildlife ...
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Very nice place. Close to beach,fishing,marina, and markets. Not spacious but efficient and well appointed. Definitely would recommend it."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Charming cabin in Grand Isle - Perfect for a getaway
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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