Lafayette Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lafayette showing night scenes and a bar as well as a small group of people
Lafayette which includes a city as well as a small group of people
Photo provided by Philip Gould /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Lafayette showing a pond and bird life
Photo provided by Denny Culbert/Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission

Where to stay in Lafayette

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River Ranch

River Ranch might not have many top sights, but Acadiana Mall and Blackham Coliseum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

River Ranch
Lafayette featuring food

Downtown Lafayette

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Downtown Lafayette, you might make a stop by sights like The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Cathedral of St John.

Downtown Lafayette
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Freetown - Port Rico

4/5(1 area review)

Though Freetown - Port Rico may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Cathedral of St John.

Freetown - Port Rico
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McComb-Veazey

While there might not be top attractions in McComb-Veazey, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center and The Acadiana Center for the Arts.

McComb-Veazey
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Sterling Grove Historic District

If you're spending time in Sterling Grove Historic District, you might enjoy its live music and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center or The Acadiana Center for the Arts.

Sterling Grove Historic District
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette

4 out of 5
1521 W Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, LA
The price is 2.634.079 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
2.634.079 ₫
3.029.192 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Great breakfast. Excellent variety."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center

3 out of 5
1321 W Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, LA
The price is 2.072.336 ₫ per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
2.072.336 ₫
2.383.185 ₫ total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Third time to stay at this location, it is close to ULL."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center
Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport

Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport

2.5 out of 5
702 E Kaliste Saloom Rd, Lafayette, LA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. Will book again if I’m ever in the area again"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Evangeline A in Lafayette

Evangeline A in Lafayette

2 out of 5
Lafayette, LA
Stay at this holiday home in Lafayette. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Children's Museum of Acadiana and Parc de Lafayette are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Such a cute little gem, right outside of downtown Lafayette. The house was lovely inside and out. The recent renovations and layout of the house makes it feel so much bigger than it is. The vaulted ceilings, and beautiful attention to details in the interior design made this a new place to stay when ..."

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Evangeline A in Lafayette
Steps From Downtown Minutes to the Airport

Steps From Downtown Minutes to the Airport

2 out of 5
Lafayette, LA
Stay at this holiday home in Lafayette. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Cajundome and City Park are located nearby.
Steps From Downtown Minutes to the Airport
Evangeline B in Lafayette

Evangeline B in Lafayette

2 out of 5
112 Northwest Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette Louisiana 70501 United States, Lafayette, LA
Stay at this holiday home in Lafayette. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Children's Museum of Acadiana and Parc de Lafayette are located nearby.
Evangeline B in Lafayette
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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