Southern Louisiana, LA

Travel 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 featuring markets as well as a large group of people
New Iberia which includes a garden and a river or creek

Where to stay in Southern Louisiana

Lafayette which includes food

Downtown Lafayette

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Lafayette, Children's Museum of Acadiana 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 Beaullieu Park and Broadmoor Park.

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 Children's Museum of Acadiana and Cathedral of St John.

Freetown - Port Rico
Lake Charles Historic District featuring a sunset

Lake Charles Historic District

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the district boasts 281 contributing buildings with architectural styles like Colonial Revival and Queen Anne Revival. Explore the 1896-built Church of the Good Shepherd while admiring the historic charm.

Lake Charles Historic District
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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
Golden Nugget Lake Charles
Golden Nugget Lake Charles
4 out of 5
2550 Golden Nugget Blvd, Lake Charles, LA
The price is SAR 537 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
SAR 537
SAR 712 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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! (2,944 reviews)
"Golden Nugget is a fun property to stay at with plenty of entertainment options. We enjoyed sunbathing and having drinks at the pool area. We dined at Vic & Anthony’s and Landry’s the service and food were excellent. We enjoyed the casino and also that we could walk next door to the other hotel for ..."

Reviewed on 15 February 2025

Golden Nugget Lake Charles
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
4 out of 5
777 Avenue L'Auberge, Lake Charles, LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 439 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
SAR 439
SAR 599 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
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! (1,819 reviews)
"Had a wonderful time!! Love the valentine, decorations, and selfies Valentine’s Day decorations. It was beautiful."

Reviewed on 16 February 2025

L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
Paragon Casino Resort
Paragon Casino Resort
3.5 out of 5
711 Paragon Place, Marksville, LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 371 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
SAR 371
SAR 476 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Marksville. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Mari Showroom venue was beautifully decorated for the Kenny Lattimore Valentine's Day concert. Hotel staff were very welcoming to guests, providing a red rose for the first 300 couples attending the concert. The front desk staff was very helpful in helping me check into my room, after discovering ..."

Reviewed on 15 February 2025

Paragon Casino Resort
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 a beach locale, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Popular attractions Grand Isle Butterfly Dome and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (146 reviews)
Great Stay!!
"We stayed in a 2 bedroom camper on Grand Isle. It was a very clean and suitable place to stay for our vacation. The beds were clean, everything was pretty spacious. We will definitely use it again in the future."

Reviewed on 5 January 2025

Blue Dolphin Inn and Cottages
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, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Grand Isle Butterfly Dome and Elmer's Island ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Great comfortable stay
"I highly recommend this property. Clean, comfortable and great location."

Reviewed on 4 November 2024

Charming cabin in Grand Isle - Perfect for a getaway
Waterfront Home w/ 400' Fishing Pier. Crab & Fish off the Pier w/ Boat Access.
Waterfront Home w/ 400' Fishing Pier. Crab & Fish off the Pier w/ Boat Access.
Grand Isle
Stay at this vacation home in Grand Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Grand Isle Butterfly Dome and Elmer's ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Getaway to fish
"The cabin had a long pier with lights, great location, and all the needs to cater for some fishing. Crabbing was also great on the pier. We knew some spots in Grand Isle for big fish, but this location could have sufficed on its own for younger kids looking to crab and fish."

Reviewed on 22 October 2024

Waterfront Home w/ 400' Fishing Pier. Crab & Fish off the Pier w/ Boat Access.
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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