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 Denny Culbert /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Photo provided by Denny Culbert /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Photo provided by Philip Gould /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 Woodland Village Shopping Center 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 The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Children's Museum of Acadiana.

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 AED 493 per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
AED 493
AED 659 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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! (2,854 reviews)
"This was our first time doing this adventure and had a very good experience."

Reviewed on 6 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
The price is AED 402 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
AED 402
AED 555 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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! (1,800 reviews)
"everyone was so friendly and helpful! the room was very comfy."

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles
Paragon Casino Resort
Paragon Casino Resort
3.5 out of 5
711 Paragon Place, Marksville, LA
The price is AED 364 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
AED 364
AED 466 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 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! (999 reviews)
"The hotel is getting old and it shows . Decor is old . Carpets extremely dirty . Rooms are fairly clean but outdated. Beds are comfortable ."

Reviewed on 26 January 2025

Paragon Casino Resort
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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
Majestic bayfront home. 450’ pier w/ boat access, crabbing, fishing, & swimming.
Majestic bayfront home. 450’ pier w/ boat access, crabbing, fishing, & swimming.
Grand Isle
Stay at this vacation home in Grand Isle. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a pool table. Popular attractions Grand Isle Butterfly Dome and Elmer's Island ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
Family vacation
"Beautiful camp with many extras. Housekeeping did not do their service or camp hadn’t been rented for a long time and not freshened up before our arrival. Dust everywhere. Hadn’t been cleaned in months. Ceiling fans were coated with black dust. Furniture and window sills were dirty. We had to clean ..."

Reviewed on 3 January 2025

Majestic bayfront home. 450’ pier w/ boat access, crabbing, fishing, & swimming.
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Popular places to visit

Steak salad from Saltgrass!

Golden Nugget

4.5/5(488 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Golden Nugget during your time in Lake Charles? Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Golden Nugget
North Beach Interstate 10 showing a beach and general coastal views

North Beach Interstate 10

4/5(272 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, North Beach Interstate 10 might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Lake Charles. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.

North Beach Interstate 10
Acadian Village which includes a church or cathedral

Acadian Village

4.5/5(126 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Acadian Village in Lafayette. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Acadian Village

Lauberge Casino Lake Charles

4.5/5(509 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Lauberge Casino Lake Charles during your time in Lake Charles? Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Lauberge Casino Lake Charles

Coushatta Casino

4.5/5(234 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Coushatta Casino during your time in Kinder? While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its casinos.

Coushatta Casino

Cajundome

4.5/5(158 reviews)

Catch an event at Cajundome during your trip to Lafayette. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Cajundome