Location: Donaldsonville
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Donaldsonville (historically French: Lafourche-des-Chitimachas) is a small city in and the parish seat of Ascension Parish in south Louisiana, United States, located along the River Road of the west bank of the Mississippi River. The population was 7,436 at the 2010 census, a decrease of more than 150 from the 7,605 tabulation in 2000. Donaldsonville is part of the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Restaurants in Donaldsonville
1. Houmas House Plantation and Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Houmas House Plantation and Gardens is an Historic Plantation that tells the story of the very wealthy Sugar Barons of the 19th Century. Also known as the Sugar Palace, because of the wealth created at this largest Sugar Plantation in America. A collection of museum quality Art, furniture, and decorative arts on display in its natural setting. Our Gardens are known as the best in the South. 36 Acres of Beautiful Gardens with statuary, ponds, fountains, bronzes and other things to please the eye. Plan on spending 3 hours to fully visit this site. We also have restaurants that offer breakfast, lunch, Dinner and Fine Dining. Our Inn has 21 rooms for overnight stays. Live the Life of the Great Sugar Barons, if only for a day. Experience all that Houmas House has to offer.
Reviewed By 818gloriay - oklahoma city, United States
Had a wonderful time at the plantation and would highly recommend. The house was amazing and it was a beautiful day to tour the gorgeous gardens. The only thing that would have made it better was if we knew the cafe closed at 2 and even if you book a time online you can join any tour. We would’ve eaten first then gone on a less busy tour after.
2. Nottoway Plantation
Overall Ratings
4 based on 391 reviews
Reviewed By LiketoeatCincinnati - Cincinnati
The tour of House was excellent. Donovan did a wonderful job with the tour. The house is beautiful and has a lot of history. There is a restaurant and Cafe too.
3. River Road African-American Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
The River Road African American Museum is dedicated to collecting, preserving, exhibiting and interpreting art, artifacts and buildings for the purpose of educating visitors about the history and culture of African Americans in the rural communities between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. The River Road African American Museum is open by appointment only from July 1, 2015 to October 1, 2015 while restructuring and redesigning the exhibits and tours. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Reviewed By MickMac_13 - Potters Bar, United Kingdom
We did not know what to expect but found the small museum fascinating and educational, especially as we come from the UK. The three rooms were packed with exhibits covering a full range of both achievements and culture of black communities. It hihghlighted the problems...MoreThank you for visiting. The River Road African American Museum strives to give each visitor a unique experience. We look forward to having you as a guest in the near future.
4. The Cajun Village
Overall Ratings
4 based on 62 reviews
Enjoy a little of Louisiana's Rich History. The Cajun Village consists of Historic Acadian buildings, restored to house unique specialty shops offering you the opportunity to shop and browse in a relaxed setting. Shops include Cajun Village Antiques, Cajunville, USA Giftshop, Bonniblu Candles and Gifts, Louisiana Pottery, and So Timeless featuring beautiful handmade clothing and photography. You can also stop by The Coffee House for our specialty Cafe' au Lait and Beignets or a hearty breakfast or lunch.
Reviewed By Tara K - Cleburne, Texas
We rarely miss a chance on the road to or from New Orleans to stop at Cajun Village. It has interesting and fun shopping, as well as a delicious restaurant called the Coffee House that has a full menu of Cajun dishes. It makes for a great food or rest stop, and is worth driving a quarter mile off I-10!
5. Tanger Outlets Gonzales
Overall Ratings
4 based on 146 reviews
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Reviewed By K. T - New Orleans, Louisiana
Final Christmas shopping. Great store selection I wish there was a Michael Kors and a Disney Store but other than that great stores great sales ample parking and eateries surrounding. Great for a family outing.Hello K. T, thank you; we appreciate your feedback! Thanks again for the recommendation, and have an amazing day!
6. National Hansen's Disease Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 33 reviews
The museum tells the story of the leprosy quarantine hospital developed on site and operated, first by the state of Louisiana, and then the U.S. Public Health Service. Exhibits and self-guided audio tours available. History covered spans 1894 to the present. NOTE: There are no longer any patients on site. Hansen's disease (leprosy) is now treated as an out-patient disease.
Reviewed By PSimms - Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
This is such an interesting and historical place. I learned about it by listening to the podcast Criminal episode called No Place Like Home. Listen before visiting. There are also multiple documentaries about this place. It's is definitely out of the way. In between Baton Rouge and New Orleans (about 30-45 minutes from each). But well worth the visit. Well done museum with audio tour! Also has a driving audio tour. Lots to learn! Should probably spend 2 hours here. It's on a military base so must show identification when entering.
7. Chapel of the Madonna - "Smallest Church in the World"
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Chrissy B - Cantonment, Florida
This is on Hwy 405/River Rd and is nine miles South of Hwy 1 and is about 4 miles from Nottoway Plantation. I found it just driving around and saw a small sign on the two lane river road. The sign said smallest church in the world and drove by it twice before I saw it positioned in front of a cow field. We got out to take pictures and a nice gentleman next door doing yard work, said there is a key in the wooden box in front to enter the church. It had a prayer alter with candles you could light, post cards with chapel picture and story and a donation box. He said they actually held mass once a year in the church.
8. Donaldsonvillle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Taylor B - Chicago, Illinois
Donaldsonville, Louisiana, an historic town on the Mississippi River south of Baton Rouge that dates to 1806 and once was used by the notorious pirate Jean Lafitte as his headquarters, is touted as the "Gateway to Cajun and Plantation Country." Situated on highway 1, it is a few miles south of Nottoway, the largest and grandest antebellum mansion of all, and a few miles north of highway 18, the fabled River Road that goes to Oak Alley, St. Joseph, Laurel, Evergreen and other famous plantations on the Mississippi River. It is the largest town south of Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Most of all, it resembles the more celebrated Natchez, Mississippi, with its proximity to antebellum houses and presence of churches and synagogues, taverns, parks, restaurants, saloons, art galleries, antique shops, cemeteries and other historic buildings. A map of downtown Donaldsonville, available almost anywhere, details the many historical, architectural and religious sites scattered throughout the community. One site reveals the square of ground where Louisiana's state capitol was selected to be built in 1825. And you walk along the levee, only a block from the downtown area, and take pictures of the ships going up and down the Mississippi River. In many ways, it is like walking the streets of Galena, Illinois.
9. The Turtle Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
The Turtle Bar is located in the Historic Garconniere of Houmas House Plantation and Gardens. Built in 1828, view the original brick structure, and enjoy an array of rare liquors, wines, and beers. Like no other bar in the world.
Reviewed By HapyGuy7 - Bluffton, South Carolina
If you are at the Mansion stop in and have a drink. Friendly people behind and in the bar. We met several different groups and had fun talking about different places to go. The drinks were good
10. Jambalaya Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Arceyea - Gonzales, Louisiana
A fun afternoon for your children or grandchildren. Picnic type tables available for small parties/get togethers.
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