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Lafayette (/ ˌ l æ f i ˈ ɛ t, ˌ l ɑː f-/ LA(H)-F-ee-ET, French:) is the most populous city in and parish seat of Lafayette Parish in the U.S. state of Louisiana, [3] located along the Vermilion River.
- Cajun Food Tours
- Acadiana Center For The Arts
- Good Eats with A Side of Live Music
- Vermilionville
- Get Outdoors at Lake Martin
- Festival Fun
- Unique Lodging
- Acadian Cultural Center
- Explore Public Art
- Visit Larc's Acadian Village
No trip to Lafayette is complete without sampling your fill of boudin, cracklins and other Cajun staples. Schedule a tasting trip with Cajun Food Toursand stop at six different eateries where you'll learn about the history of the cuisine and sample some of the best dishes in town, all for one low price.
If you're a lover of the arts, the Acadiana Center for the Artsis a great place for you to check out neat visual art exhibitions and live concert performances. Plus, the center hosts the monthly ArtWalk throughout the downtown Lafayette Cultural District.
Just about anywhere you go in the Lafayette area, you'll hear the sounds of Cajun and zydeco musicand we dare you to try and keep your feet still. The area is home to many notable musicians including Chubby Carrier, Zachary Richard and Roddie Romero, just to name a few. You won't have to choose between eating out or catching a live music show in La...
Head over to Vemilionville, a living history museum and and folklife park along the Bayou Vermilion to learn about the culture of Native Americans, Africans, Creoles and people of African descent in the area from the time period 1765-1890. See how these groups interacted and how their influence played a part in what made the Lafayette of today. Din...
Whether you prefer soft adventure or full-on nature immersions, the swampy ecosystem at the Cypress Island Nature Preserve will pique your interest. See native birds among the Spanish moss-draped Cypress trees on a hike around the lake's edge or explore by water on a kayak tour. Book swamp tours the entire family will enjoy with outfitters like Cha...
From music to food and many things in between, you'll find a festival to celebrate it in the Lafayette area. Every April, people from around the globe gather for the largest Francophone event in the world — Festival International de Louisiane. Hundreds of local and international musicians, visual performers and artists converge on multiple stages f...
Blue Moon Guesthouse has been heralded as one of the best lodging experiences in the South. The European-style hostel features a back-porch saloon with live music that attracts visitors from near and far. The Guesthouse is conveniently located near downtown, and the Borden’s Ice Cream Shoppe(circa 1940) just across the street is the perfect spot to...
At the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve, you'll find the Acadian Cultural Center. The center depicts the story of the Acadians who settled the prairies, bayous & marshes of southern Lousiana through interesting displays and exhibits explaining the origins and culture of these peoples. See The Cajun Way: Echoes of Acadia,a 35-minute ...
There's no shortage of public art in the area and the Lafayette Mural Project provides myriad opportunities for a walking tour of the Hub City and plenty of photo-ops. Here's a great blog post with information about mural artists and locations. And definitely don't leave town without posing as the "Y" in the YLafayette signon Vermilion Street in do...
If Cajun culture is your curiosity, Acadian Village is a must-visit. This living history museum demonstrates early-Acadian life in the 19th century. They offer large and small group tours, or you're welcome to guide yourself. If you visit during the holiday season, be sure to enjoy lights, rides, entertainment and a visit with Papa Noel at Noel Aca...
Lafayette is the most populous city in the Acadiana region, it is the fourth most populous city in the state of Louisiana (after New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Shreveport). The original name was Vermilionville, as which it was founded around 1821.
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- Go on a Swamp Tour. One of the main things we wanted to do in Louisiana was check out the swamps. We had heard so much about them and seen them in movies, but wanted to know what they were really like.
- Eat Some Crawfish. When you get to Louisiana, everybody will ask you if you have tried crawfish yet. It’s the number one meal here in the state, and crawfish boils are a massive part of the local culture.
- Tour the Tabasco Factory on Avery Island. Did you know that the original (and only) Tabasco Factory is found near Lafayette, on Avery Island in Louisiana?
- Get in Touch with Nature at Jungle Gardens on Avery Island. After getting your fill of hot sauce, explore more of Avery Island and head to the tranquil Jungle Gardens.
Lafayette is a city in Louisiana. It's the unofficial capital of Acadiana or Cajun Country. This flourishing moderate sized city is home to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
Located in the southwestern part of the state, Lafayette is a hub of Acadiana, known for its lively festivals, diverse music scene, and delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine. Here are key aspects of Lafayette: Cultural Diversity: Lafayette is a melting pot of cultures, with a strong influence from Acadian, Creole, and French heritage.
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Lafayette is located in the southern central part of Louisiana, at the intersection of Highways 10 and 49. It is the fourth largest city in Louisiana and is the only major city in Louisiana that has grown in population since the year 2000.
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