Lafayette Overview
Lafayette, LA is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as the ‘Happiest City in America’ and it’s no mystery. Whether your passion is for our rich cultural history, the bustling culinary scene or distinctive blend of Cajun and Zydeco music, you can be sure you will leave beaming from ear to ear.
Known as the “Happiest Place on Earth,” Lafayette is a thriving community with a rich history and a spectacular dining scene that resides among the many majestic bayous and lakes of southern Louisiana. Whether you’re an outdoor adventurer or you’re traveling with family, you’ll come across something that captures your imagination here.
Beyond the wildlife watching, Lafayette is a great starting point for exploring swamps, rivers, and bayous by canoe, kayak, or on an airboat tour.
While there’s plenty to keep you busy in Lafayette, you’ll eventually start to notice your cravings. Fresh seafood right from the Gulf of Mexico, steaming hot bowls of gumbo and jambalaya, delicious crawfish, and even the many flavors of the Mediterranean are all on the menu.