Downtown Lafayette Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Acadian Village
The fascinating life of the Acadians of Louisiana comes alive at a collection of historic buildings, including a blacksmith workshop and church.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Lafayette
The Juliet Hotel
I didn't see a gym, but it's in the middle of downtown shopping centers
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Evangeline House! Beautifully remodeled & Super Close to Downtown
Upon check in the house was so clean. The kitchen was well appointed and was nice to have a keurig available with K cups. There was no shortage of towels and was nice to have a full bath tub to use. This location was perfect so we could walk to dinner downtown in less than 15 minutes. I would stay ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Buchanan Bungalow - Eclectic Mid-Mod Design DT
Beautiful house. Very clean and in good conditions. Close to our final destination. AC unit was working fine.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Historic Freetown Fixer | 3BR/2BA | Walk Downtown
Property was exactly as described. Easy check in/out. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport Extended Stay
Parking was easy.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center
Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
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 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 Acadiana Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.