Title: Downtown Lafayette Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Lafayette, Lafayette Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Lafayette](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Lafayette-Lafayette-Hotels.0-n553248635976468964-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Lafayette](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Lafayette.d6047257.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Lafayette](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Lafayette.d6047257.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Lafayette Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Lafayette.d553248635976468964.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Lafayette Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Lafayette.d553248635976468964.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Lafayette Travel Guide ## Lafayette ![Lafayette which includes a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047257/da2af63c-4f18-42bb-b6c6-93acd8d2ac0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lafayette which includes a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047257/da2af63c-4f18-42bb-b6c6-93acd8d2ac0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cathedral of St John showing religious aspects, interior views and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091619/69aff59a-3a24-4ae0-8815-0091f90d640c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lafayette which includes a garden and a fountain as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047257/7dfa2133-1f5e-4980-9e81-cee5637bed92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lafayette as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047257/7500d6d0-824a-4147-8ff6-32660e1b1d36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Lafayette Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Lafayette travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Lafayette.dx6047257) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cathedral of St John showing a church or cathedral and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091619/081b91c2-3861-43f3-b882-6e1ffbf45154.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cathedral-Of-St-John-Downtown-Lafayette.d6091619.Attraction) ![Alexandre Mouton House featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091617/0fff76be-1b63-4dc1-8a08-2b300483fddf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alexandre-Mouton-House-Downtown-Lafayette.d6091617.Attraction) ![big tree lafayette, la garden on UL campus](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125997/6ae22b5e-ae54-4d5b-828d-fe2e0cd7ac02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Louisiana-At-Lafayette-Lafayette.d6125997.Attraction) ![Acadian Village which includes a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131902/fb89fff0-4d57-459f-ba7a-8ddcf36908d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Acadian Village The fascinating life of the Acadians of Louisiana comes alive at a collection of historic buildings, including a blacksmith workshop and church. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Acadian-Village-Lafayette.d6131902.Attraction) ![Tranquil Early Morning Scene at Girard Park in Lafayette Louisiana](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563218717/aa27f388-c6a3-46c1-ba83-303f312747ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Girard Park Girard Park is just one of the places to see in Lafayette, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Girard-Park-Lafayette.d553248621563218717.Attraction) ![Vermilionville](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091623/5e7857a1-0a46-445c-9563-d05054a6afbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vermilionville-Lafayette.d6091623.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Lafayette ![The Juliet Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1810000/1803100/1803019/30e723ea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Juliet Hotel 800 Jefferson St Lafayette LA £87 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (797 reviews) Beautiful place. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=1803019&PinnedHotelID=1803019&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468964) ![Choo Choo Lofts, 3 br, 2 bath, Full Kitchen - Lafayette, LA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11470000/11469600/11469578/09e80370_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Choo Choo Lofts, 3 br, 2 bath, Full Kitchen - Lafayette, LA 107 Lee Ave Lafayette LA Stay at this condo in Lafayette. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cajundome and Children's Museum of Acadiana are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (72 reviews) Great location! House was very clean and tidy. Definitely will stay here again when we come back! Reviewed on 5 May 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=11469578&PinnedHotelID=11469578&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468964) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=11469578&PinnedHotelID=11469578&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468964) ![Saint John Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71290000/71280300/71280248/f64f8c39_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Saint John Inn Lafayette LA £365 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in Lafayette. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cajundome and Cathedral of St John are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews) Conveniently located house with lots of room to spread out. The bathrooms are particularly large, which is nice when sharing with others. Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=71280248&PinnedHotelID=71280248&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468964) ![Lafayette Family Home: Free Parking, Downtown & 3 Bedrooms!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104020000/104019300/104019227/9c2d783a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lafayette Family Home: Free Parking, Downtown & 3 Bedrooms! Lafayette LA £172 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in Lafayette. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Cajundome and Children's Museum of Acadiana are located ... 7/10 Good! (6 reviews) Downtown Lafayette stay Property was exactly as described. Easy check in/out. Would stay again. Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=104019227&PinnedHotelID=104019227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468964) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3724/37f8434e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette 1521 W Pinhook Rd Lafayette LA £78 1 Mar - 2 Mar 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Cleanliness, service, and staff friendliness. My stay was really good! Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=3724&PinnedHotelID=3724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468964) ![Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/126800/126752/w3837h2560x3y0-447f1ce1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport 807 Hugh Wallis Rd S Lafayette LA £62 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (204 reviews) Clean and friendly staff. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=126752&PinnedHotelID=126752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468964) [See all 489 properties in Downtown Lafayette](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976468964) 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. ## Check Downtown Lafayette hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976468964&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976468964&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976468964&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976468964&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976468964&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976468964&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Lafayette ![fountain in Lafayette Square, Savannah Georgia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563218722/b02b6934-b48f-46c1-a749-172ca261ed46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lafayette-Sterling-Grove-Historic-District.dx553248621563218722) ![Lafayette Cemetery New Orleans](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473452/eab3e792-8472-4a81-a082-1da52a070cc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lafayette-Freetown-Port-Rico.dx553248635976473452) ![Amazing view in Honey Island Swamp Tour. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944545743499309056/4fbcd59b-dadc-479f-8083-d2d5910f0b67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lafayette-McComb-Veazey.dx944545743499309056) ![APRIL 25, 2019, BREAUX BRIDGE, LOUISIANA, USA - Lake Martin Swamp in spring near Breaux Bridge, Louisiana - shot from boat](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008323/866ca95e-de16-49dd-8cf6-2eefcaaeb0ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### River Ranch River Ranch might not have many top sights, but Topgolf and Acadiana Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 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