Location: Lafayette
Top Things to do in Lafayette
The 10 Best Things to Do in Lafayette, United States
Founded by the Acadians in the 19th century, the legacy of Louisiana's French, Spanish and Caribbean ancestors comes together in Lafayette, creating a city with, amongst other things, a vast selection of restaurants serving everything from spicy po'boys to crawfish etouffee. With its lively street festivals, impromptu Zydeco concerts, historic plantations and food markets where locals still order their plate lunches in Louisiana French, Lafayette is the heart of Cajun country.
Restaurants in Lafayette
1. Lake Martin Rookery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By rjnjjwa - SEQUIM
Beautiful area created by a levy which serves to keep the water in the Lake Martin area. Lots of alligators, birds, and open area.
2. Cathedral of St John the Evangelist
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4.5 based on 336 reviews
This quasi-Romanesque brick cathedral in Lafayette is worth a look.
Reviewed By peggyp2018 - Houston, Texas
Attended a wedding on the 30th of December! Cathedral was absolutely beautifully decorated seasonal decor. It was breath taking and so festive. The celebrant did a fantastic job. His homily and message for the newlyweds was so personalable and sincere. He had a beautiful voice as he sang acapella.
3. Acadian Cultural Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By DrJim2 - Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
This center teaches the history of the Acadian peoples and their tragic history and eventual triumphs in the new world. It was history that I never was taught in school, but should have been. The introductory film is a good start but the museum adds a great deal to the film. My daughter did the junior ranger program here and we all learned a great deal from it. The staff here is friendly and very helpful. Highly recommend stopping here
4. Vermilionville
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4.5 based on 661 reviews
Get a taste of life for the 18th-century Acadian settlers in this 23-acre village with meticulously recreated period homes, costumed staff demonstrating arts and crafts and a restaurant serving Cajun and Creole food.
Reviewed By Juancop - Lake Charles, Louisiana
My 15 year old son and I spent the day touring Vermilionville and were pleasantly surprised. Several of the houses had employees dressed in period costumes who were extremely knowledgeable about the Acadian era and were very eager to answer questions. Several of the houses are authentic Acadian houses that were moved to the site. At the end of the tour, my son commented that he learned more about Louisiana history that day then he did in a whole year taking Louisiana history in school. This place is definitely worth a visit
5. Acadian Village
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4.5 based on 324 reviews
Step back in time to a small 19th-century Cajun bayou community, which includes genuine Cajun homes relocated and combined with recreated period buildings and a Native American museum.
Reviewed By Ocean_Rover_Blue_Wat - Lafayette, Louisiana
Very accurate and interesting portrayal of how our ancestors came from Canada to settle the bayous of Louisiana.
6. Lafayette Science Museum
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4.5 based on 80 reviews
The cultural heritage of Southwestern Louisiana is preserved at this combination museum and planetarium, which houses over 1,000 paintings, prints and sculpture of Louisiana artists and regularly changing exhibits and planetarium programs.
Reviewed By JLGlenn
Lots of interactive and interesting displays! Science, astrology, geology, archeology.... more than I anticipated!! Well done movie at the planetarium. Everyone there looked like they were having a good time and taking advantage of the all the interactive displays !
7. Cajundome & Convention Center
Overall Ratings
4 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By lenaturner - Morgan City, Louisiana
This place was amazing! It was clean and spacious. I was here for a graduation ceremony last year. The space flows and had no bad seats to view the stage. The bathrooms were clean but parking across the street and walking over isn't always the best deal.
8. Evangeline State Park
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
The park grounds include a museum, a Creole plantation and an 18th-century Acadian shack.
Reviewed By katrinabrain - mandeville, la
Although I live just a few hours away, I had never visited this area or really knew much about the history of the people. This park was so pretty and interesting. It did not take long to see everything but that left time to see...MoreWe really appreciate you taking the time to post feedback about your visit to our Site. Come back and visit us again...check out our Saturday programs...we promise you will have a great time!
9. Children's Museum of Acadiana
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4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By marcy j - Caldwell, Texas
This museum offered an area perfect for toddlers to enjoy and learn as they play. I thought is was a little pricey at frst until I saw what an outstading job they have with limited space.
10. Alexandre Mouton House
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Built in 1800 by city founder Jean Mouton, this antebellum home later belonged to Jean's son, Alexandre, first Democratic governor of Louisiana, and now houses antiques, paintings and a collection of Mardi Gras costumes.
Reviewed By SheriffBTJustice - Texas Gulf Coast, Texas
This is a very small museum which was the day home of Louisiana's first Democratic governor. The furniture and art work are displayed not behind rope barricades, but rather just as they were when the house was occupied. Great little stop if you ever visit Lafayette.
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