Lafayette, LA

Travel Guide

Lafayette showing a bar and night scenes as well as a small group of people
Lafayette which includes a city as well as a small group of people
Photo provided by Philip Gould /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Lafayette showing bird life and a pond
Photo provided by Denny Culbert/Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission

Where to stay in Lafayette

Lafayette which includes food

Downtown Lafayette

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Lafayette, The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Cathedral of St John are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Lafayette
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River Ranch

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

While River Ranch might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Topgolf and Acadiana Mall.

River Ranch
The last free standing Borden's ice cream shop in the US.

Freetown - Port Rico

While Freetown - Port Rico might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alexandre Mouton House and The Acadiana Center for the Arts.

Freetown - Port Rico
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Sterling Grove Historic District

Downtown Lafayette's historic district boasts 43 contributing properties, including the Charles H. Mouton House and Saint Genevieve Church. Explore the area's rich history, dating back to 1848, amidst charming residences.

Sterling Grove Historic District
LALALAND -2 master suites, king bed,  comfort & location “No chores” at checkout
LALALAND -2 master suites, king bed, comfort & location “No chores” at checkout
Lafayette
Stay at this vacation home in Lafayette. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Cajundome and Woodland Village Shopping ...
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Visit Mom
"Easy check in/check out. Nice that we both had own restroom. Comfortable furniture. Nice to have coffee set up."

Reviewed on 14 February 2025

LALALAND -2 master suites, king bed, comfort & location “No chores” at checkout
Spacious, Waterfront Cottage + 2.5 Acres on BAYOU in the HEART of Lafayette!
Spacious, Waterfront Cottage + 2.5 Acres on BAYOU in the HEART of Lafayette!
Lafayette
Stay at this cottage in Lafayette. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Cajundome and Acadian Village Shopping Center are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Plenty of Room to Play
"We came with the kids and the dog for Thanksgiving break. We picked this house because it said it was on the water and 2.5 acres. It did not disappoint! The dog loved having all that room to run and fetch. The kids loved that there was a kayak rental on site and were able to kayak down the river. ..."

Reviewed on 3 December 2024

Spacious, Waterfront Cottage + 2.5 Acres on BAYOU in the HEART of Lafayette!
3 Bedroom Saint Street/Downtown, Quiet, near everything
3 Bedroom Saint Street/Downtown, Quiet, near everything
Lafayette
Stay at this vacation home in Lafayette. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cajundome and Youth Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
LFT stay
"Everything was good"

Reviewed on 5 March 2025

3 Bedroom Saint Street/Downtown, Quiet, near everything
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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