Sharing the food, music, culture, and history at the heart of Cajun & Creole Country.

Virtual Tour of Lafayette

Swamp Tours The perfect way to view all the outdoor bounty Lafayette and the surrounding areas have is to take a swamp tour. Glide through cypress trees while keeping an eye out for various wildlife and alligators while learning about the swamps and bayous of Cajun Country from a local boat captain…

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Color the Town

Just because we’re staying home doesn’t mean we can’t have fun. Plenty of local organizations are offering enriching programs you and your families can enjoy right from your computer or smartphone. Miss the food, music, and scenery of Cajun Country? Check out these coloring sheets of Lafayette’s…

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Getting Back to Nature in Lafayette

Southern hospitality is a draw for travelers. The charm of Lafayette is evident in its visual, musical, cultural, and culinary delights. After you get your fill of seafood and nightlife, spend some time getting back to nature in Lafayette and enjoy the flowers that are on display year-round. Nature…

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St. Martin Parish: The Original Cajun Country

St. Martin Parish embodies the spirit of Acadiana with great food, lively dance halls, local shops, and the largest swamp in the United States. History Cajun roots were planted in St. Martin Parish in the mid-1700s by thousands of French Catholics, exiled from Acadia, Canada by the Anglican British…

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A. Hays Town

A. Hays Town Leaves His Mark on Lafayette Regarded as the South’s premier architect, Acadiana native A. Hays Town is known for his distinctive style and timeless designs. His architecture has become as integral to the local culture as Cajun food and Zydeco music. Image courtesy of Country Roads…

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