Downtown Lafayette Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Lafayette
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.
Children's Museum of Acadiana
You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Acadiana during your travels to Lafayette. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Our pick of the best Downtown Lafayette Hotel Deals
The Juliet Hotel
Tiffany has excellent customer service!! Friendly and went above and beyond!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 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
Buchanan Bungalow - Eclectic Mid-Mod Design DT
great stay
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Tru by Hilton Lafayette River Ranch
Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport
Yes
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
Overall a good experience. Hotel was clean and quiet. I like the bar and the variety of drinks.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
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 The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Children's Museum of Acadiana.
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 Topgolf and Thomas Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
