Downtown Lafayette Travel Guide

Lafayette

A swamp with large cypress trees and water reflecting their trunks.
A church interior with wooden pews, stained glass windows, and a central altar.
A public park with a colorful water fountain, benches, and palm trees.
A pedestrian street lined with trees and shops.
A large red brick building with a central archway and a statue in front.

Stay near popular Downtown Lafayette attractions

A large, red-brick building with arched windows and a flagpole.

Cathedral of St John

8.8/10 (150 reviews)
This centuries-old cathedral is famous for its Romanesque architecture, beautiful stained-glass windows, ancient oak tree and museum of religious relics.
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Things to do

A blacksmith in our forge gets a bit of help from a student group in his work for the day.

Tour Historic Vermilionville

Rp628.810
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour Historic Vermilionville
Cajun Food Tour by Bus in Lafayette

Cajun Food Tour by Bus in Lafayette

Rp1.598.974
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cajun Food Tour by Bus in Lafayette
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Lafayette In Full Bloom

Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Lafayette In Full Bloom

Rp221.161
per adult
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Lafayette In Full Bloom
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Top hotels in Downtown Lafayette

The Juliet Hotel

The Juliet Hotel

3 out of 5
800 Jefferson St Lafayette LA
The price is Rp1.869.029 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
Rp1.869.029
Rp2.149.321 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Juliet Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette

4 out of 5
1521 W Pinhook Rd Lafayette LA
The price is Rp1.736.584 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
Rp1.736.584
Rp1.997.073 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center

3 out of 5
1321 W Pinhook Rd Lafayette LA
The price is Rp1.512.211 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp1.512.211
Rp1.739.042 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,092 reviews)
"Good place to book,not far from everything"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center
Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport

Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport

3 out of 5
702 E Kaliste Saloom Rd Lafayette LA
The price is Rp1.365.336 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp1.365.336
Rp1.577.645 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,008 reviews)
"I am Deaf. One of the staff was kinda rude to me bec she was on her break and there was nobody at the front desk. A phone number was left at the front desk but I wasn’t able to call since I’m Deaf"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport Extended Stay

Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport Extended Stay

2.5 out of 5
807 Hugh Wallis Rd S Lafayette LA
The price is Rp1.365.336 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp1.365.336
Rp1.570.137 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 ...
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport Extended Stay
Drury Inn & Suites Lafayette, LA

Drury Inn & Suites Lafayette, LA

3 out of 5
120 Alcide Dominique Lafayette LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.112.839 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
Rp2.112.839
Rp2.493.150 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"I'm giving the property 3 stars only because we had to change room. The first room had no hot water and even though it was an upgraded room, the second room smelled of smoke. Everything thing else was great."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Lafayette, LA
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Where to stay in Downtown Lafayette

Find the best Downtown Lafayette areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A lake with trees partially submerged in water, surrounded by a clear blue sky.

River Ranch

River Ranch might not have many top sights, but Moncus Park and Thomas Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A cemetery with tombstones, trees, and a pathway.

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.

A dense swamp with tall trees and a calm water body.

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.

A green fountain with three tiers in a brick circular basin, surrounded by lush greenery and trees with Spanish moss.

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.

Downtown Lafayette Travel Guide