What to do in Southern Louisiana, LA

Activities, attractions and tours

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Slave quarters
Crocs everywhere
Biking through Zürich is what #EndlessSummer are made of. #EndlessSummerContest
Wonderful views of the swamps and lake! We saw lots of birds and had a great guide. It would be best to take the tour on a cool (but not cold!) day. If you want to see alligators, you need to go when the weather is warm.

Southern Louisiana Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Southern Louisiana has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Southern Louisiana is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Southern Louisiana to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Southern Louisiana Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Southern Louisiana.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Southern Louisiana attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in Southern Louisiana


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Lafayette featuring a pond

Downtown Lafayette

If you're spending some time in Downtown Lafayette, The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Children's Museum of Acadiana are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Lafayette
APRIL 25, 2019, BREAUX BRIDGE, LOUISIANA, USA - Lake Martin Swamp in spring near Breaux Bridge, Louisiana - shot from boat

River Ranch

While River Ranch might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Topgolf and Fiesta Village Shopping Center.

River Ranch
Lafayette Cemetery New Orleans

Freetown - Port Rico

While Freetown - Port Rico might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alexandre Mouton House and The Acadiana Center for the Arts.

Freetown - Port Rico
Lake Charles Historic District showing a sunset

Lake Charles Historic District

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the district boasts 281 contributing buildings with architectural styles like Colonial Revival and Queen Anne Revival. Explore the 1896-built Church of the Good Shepherd while admiring the historic charm.

Lake Charles Historic District
Amazing view in Honey Island Swamp Tour.

McComb-Veazey

When in McComb-Veazey, you can plan a visit to Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center and Children's Museum of Acadiana, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

McComb-Veazey
fountain in Lafayette Square, Savannah Georgia

Sterling Grove Historic District

Downtown Lafayette's historic district boasts 43 contributing properties, including the Charles H. Mouton House and Saint Genevieve Church. Explore the area's rich history, dating back to 1848, amidst charming residences.

Sterling Grove Historic District

 

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