Downtown Lafayette
Lafayette
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Popular places to visit
Cathedral of St John
This centuries-old cathedral is famous for its Romanesque architecture, beautiful stained-glass windows, ancient oak tree and museum of religious relics.
Alexandre Mouton House
Visit this early 19th-century antebellum house to discover original artifacts that showcase the history of south Louisiana and the pioneers of Lafayette.
Acadian Village
The fascinating life of the Acadians of Louisiana comes alive at a collection of historic buildings, including a blacksmith workshop and church.
Vermilionville Historic Village
You can study the exhibits at Vermilionville Historic Village, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lafayette. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Vermilionville
Experience the traditions of the Cajuns, Creoles and Native Americans, watch live bands and cruise along the Vermilion River at this folk museum village.
The Acadiana Center for the Arts
You can make plans for a show at The Acadiana Center for the Arts during your trip to Lafayette. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Lafayette Scavenger Hunt: Lafayette In Full Bloom
Top hotels in Downtown Lafayette
The Juliet Hotel
The room was spacious and lovely! I will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Choo Choo Lofts, 3 br, 2 bath, Full Kitchen - Lafayette, LA
Great location! House was very clean and tidy. Definitely will stay here again when we come back!
Reviewed on 5 May, 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport
The room and property were top notch. Everything you need was available in the room, which was also very neat and tidy. The staff were also very helpful.
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
Staff was very helpful and reached out several times to make sure we did not need anything.
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Tru by Hilton Lafayette River Ranch
Everything was nice
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Comfort Suites Oil Center
The front desk agent wasn’t rude, but also wasn’t friendly, wasn’t welcoming, or cared to talk much. The room was nice, clean, and fresh. Breakfast was limited to cereal and fruit. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. It wasn’t our first time at the property, and won’t be our last.
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Lafayette
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 Children's Museum of Acadiana.
Freetown - Port Rico
Though Freetown - Port Rico may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Alexandre Mouton House and The Acadiana Center for the Arts.
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 Children's Museum of Acadiana.
River Ranch
River Ranch might not have many top sights, but Woodland Village Shopping Center and Thomas Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
