River Ranch Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
CIty Club at River Ranch
Enjoy a round of golf in Lafayette at CIty Club at River Ranch. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Louisiana at Lafayette during your trip to Lafayette. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Our pick of the best River Ranch Hotel Deals
Tru by Hilton Lafayette River Ranch
The hotel was clean and the employee that checked me in was very nice and super informative. I especially like the all day free coffee that was offered. The lobby was also extremely nice and also included a pool table. I would definitely stay at this location again.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lafayette South at River Ranch
We like the size of the bathrooms and the shower was hot!
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Carriage House Hotel
Clean , lots to do around the area
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
Nice quiet, clean and comfortable hotel room. Really appreciated free shuttle to the airport. Only issues, we had to ask for bath towels and coffee packets on the first night, it was as if housekeeping had been interrupted and hadn’t finished the room before we checked in after 9pm Friday, Oct ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport
I would stay here again in a heartbeat. Fantastic hotel that has everything you need.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center
Not a luxury hotel but clean, convenient and reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around River Ranch
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 Cathedral of St John.
Downtown Lafayette
While visiting Downtown Lafayette, you might make a stop by sights like The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Cathedral of St John.
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.
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.
