University Art Center, Lafayette © Louisiana Office of Tourism
Lafayette
The city of Lafayette is the hub of the eight-parish area in the
heart of Louisiana's southern Acadian region, famed for its unique
Cajun and Creole heritage, where the French language is soft on the
ear and French traditions prevail. Lafayette, to the east of Baton
Rouge, lies at the intersection of Interstate 10 and Interstate 49,
and is known for its great food, music and festivals. The city also
has historic attractions, majestic plantation homes, vibrant
gardens, leisurely swamp tours and exciting museums to entice
visitors. Authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine served up with
original Zydeco and Cajun music is what most tourists seek here,
but sites like the Acadian Cultural Center, University Art Museum,
and the Natural History Museum are all worth visiting.
Telephone: 800 346 1958 (Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission);
Website: www.lafayettetravel.com
