The one and only walking tour of Downtown Lafayette is here! We'll go through our city's fascinating history, Cajun folklore and mythology, and current local culture (including restaurant and shop recommendations). I'm a local who was born and raised in Lafayette and I live downtown; I'm excited to show you around our unique city!
Meeting Point
515 Cathedral St
515 Cathedral St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
We will meet on the sidewalk right in front of the Cathedral. I suggest street parking on Vermillion St. or Jefferson Street.
What's included:
Not included:
What to expect:
Duration: 2 hours
Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
515 Cathedral St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
We will meet here and discuss our first topic of the tour: Lafayette--the most catholic city in America! We'll discuss the history of how the Acadians made there way to Louisiana and how that translates into the modern term "Cajun" we know today.
10 minutes
Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
515 Cathedral St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
Next to the Cathedral is the St. John Cathedral Live Oak. This 500 year oak tree is where we'll discuss the tale of Evangeline and Gabriel, the cajun Romeo and Juliet.
10 minutes
Saint John Cemetery
515 Cathedral St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
Here we will discuss the unique Louisiana burials and the mythical creature in cajun folklore known at the Rougarou.
10 minutes
Johnson's Boucanière
1111 St John St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
At this historic cajun smoke house and grocery, we'll discuss the history and relevance of cajun cuisine. I'll make a few suggestions of what to buy.
10 minutes
The Lafayette Museum
1122 Lafayette St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
At the historic Mouton House, we'll discuss the man who founded Lafayette and some of his sordid pre-civil war history.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Carpe Diem Cafe & Wine Bar
812 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
We'll stop for 15 minutes for coffee, ice cream, or cocktails at this locally owned spot.
15 minutes
Pop's Poboys
740 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
We'll pass by Pop's Poboys and Pamplona--both great restaurants--and I will give personal recommendations.
Pass by without stopping
Acadiana Center for the Arts
101 W Vermilion St, , Lafayette, 70501-6915, Louisiana
At this beautiful art gallery and music venue, we'll discuss the history and relevance of cajun and zydeco music.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Vestal Restaurant
555 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
We'll pass by Vestal and Sarrica's--both great restaurants--and I will give my personal recommendations.
Pass by without stopping
Cocodrie Collective
515 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
We'll stop at Cocodrie, a local gift and art shop, and discuss the death and resurgence of the Cajun French language. Then we'll have 5 minutes to look around the cute shop.
15 minutes
The Flats
427 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
We'll pass by The Flats, Central, and Tsunami--all great restaurants--and I'll give my personal recommendations.
Pass by without stopping
Parc International
200 Garfield St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
We'll discuss the history of Festival International de Louisiane and some of Lafayette's best and most famous festivals, including Cajun Mardi Gras--also known as the Chicken Run.
10 minutes
Parc Sans Souci
201 E Vermilion St, Lafayette, 70501-6931, Louisiana
We'll stop at Parc Sans Souci and takes pictures with the Lafayette sign and discuss our city's challenges and triumphs.
10 minutes
Wild Child Wines
210 E Vermilion St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
We'll end our tour at Wild Child Wines, one of my favorite places for food, wine, art, and gifts!
10 minutes
