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

Souvenirs in Lafayette

Your adventure in Lafayette is drawing to a close, but the warmth of the hospitality, the rhythm of zydeco, and the taste of boudin will linger with you long after you depart. But what about a reminder to bring a piece of Cajun Country back home? Look no further than these fun, local souvenir shops…

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Things to Do on a Monday in Lafayette

Oftentimes it can be difficult when visiting an area to find things to do on a Monday. It’s one of our more popular questions at the beginning of each week in our Visitor’s Center. In spite of what you may believe there are plenty of things to do, places to eat as well as shop throughout Lafayette…

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Top Sights in River Ranch

River Ranch is a planned community in the heart of Lafayette, LA. The traditional neighborhood development features more than 900 households in two districts, each with a park, shopping district, and hiking and biking trails. The original Town Center's trademark gazebo and lawn space are perfect for…

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Holiday Shopping Guide in Lafayette, LA

Shopping locally is one of the best ways to support our neighbors and build our communities! Small business owners, artists, and creators make Lafayette, LA's shopping experience truly unique. Could you imagine Lafayette without the charm of our local gift shops, art galleries, boutiques, and craft…

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Girlfriend's Getaway

We all know the importance of the family vacations and romantic getaways with your partner, but sometimes you just need a quick trip with the girls to reset and relax. Get away from the grind of work, parenting duties, to-do lists, and most importantly boys. We’ve compiled our suggestions for a…

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Downtown in a Day

Downtown Lafayette is the heart of the city and walking through its lively streets you’ll feel the pulse of Acadiana’s culture, history, and joie de vivre. Downtown Lafayette was once a town called Vermilionville, established on the fertile banks of the Vermilion River before the American…

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Cajun Country's Local Makers

Cajun Country is home to one of the most authentic cultures in the country. After visiting, you don’t just have to tell your friends and family about it, you can let them experience it for themselves, thanks to artful, unique and tasty local souvenirs you can order online and ship right to their…

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