River Ranch Travel 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.
Cajundome
Catch an event at Cajundome during your trip to Lafayette. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Things to do
Tour Historic Vermilionville
Self-Guided Lafayette Scavenger Hunt: Lafayette In Full Bloom
Top hotels in River Ranch
Tru by Hilton Lafayette River Ranch
The staff were very
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lafayette South at River Ranch
This is where we stay whenever we're in Lafayette. It's a quiet hotel that's clean and in a safe area. It's central to all of the activities that we had planned for the weekend.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Carriage House Hotel
loved it
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
Moe at the front desk was really great.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport
Room was cozy and spacious. Nice amenities. And clean
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Comfort Suites Oil Center
Breakfast was a bit weak, but the room was comfortable and clean and the staff was really friendly.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 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 Children's Museum of Acadiana.
Downtown Lafayette
While visiting Downtown Lafayette, you might make a stop by sights like The Acadiana Center for the Arts 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.
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.
