Most Visited
New Orleans
The Crescent City
Jazz bars on every corner, Creole cuisine that'll haunt your dreams, Mardi Gras magic, and centuries of layered history in the French Quarter.
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The Pelican State Awaits
Feed Your Soul in
Louisiana
Culture, Cuisine & Iconic Campuses
From the jazz-soaked streets of the French Quarter to the moss-draped oaks of LSU, Louisiana is a sensory feast unlike anywhere else on earth. Let's explore it together.
64
Parishes
4
Featured Universities
400+
Annual Festivals
∞
Stories to Tell
Travel Disclaimer: Information on this site is for inspiration only.
Event dates, hours, prices, and accessibility may change. Always verify details directly with venues
or official sources before traveling.
Hurricane season runs June–November — check NOAA forecasts during those months.
Top Destinations
From the electric energy of New Orleans to the serene cypress swamps of the Atchafalaya, every corner of Louisiana holds a story.
Most Visited
State Capital
Baton Rouge
Louisiana's Capital City
Home to the iconic LSU campus, the tallest capitol building in the US, antebellum plantations, and a thriving downtown scene.
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Cajun Heartland
Lafayette / Acadiana
Cajun Country
The beating heart of Cajun culture — live zydeco music, boudin hot from the pit, swamp adventures, and the warmest people in America.
Explore Cajun Country
A Land Like No Other
Louisiana defies easy description. It's a gumbo of French, Spanish, African, Acadian, and Native American cultures simmering together over 300 years into something utterly unique.
Savour the sizzle of a crawfish boil, tap your feet to a jazz funeral, paddle through ancient cypress forests, and walk the grounds of LSU's magnificent campus — all in a single day.
- World-renowned Cajun & Creole cuisine
- 400+ annual festivals including Mardi Gras & Jazz Fest
- Iconic university campuses (LSU, Tulane, ULL, Loyola)
- Ancient bayous, swamps & Atchafalaya Basin
- Rich Civil Rights & Acadian cultural heritage sites
- Historic plantation estates & garden tours
Explore Louisiana's Universities
Louisiana's campuses are destinations in themselves — stunning architecture, vibrant culture, and unforgettable game-day atmospheres.
Baton Rouge
LSU
Baton Rouge, LA
One of the nation's most beautiful campuses — live oaks, Tiger Stadium & Mike the Tiger habitat.
🐯 Mike's Habitat
🏈 Tiger Stadium
🌳 Oak Canopies
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New Orleans
Tulane University
Uptown New Orleans, LA
Elegant Romanesque architecture in Uptown NOLA, minutes from Audubon Park & the French Quarter.
🏛 Gothic Architecture
🌿 Audubon Park
🎷 Streetcar Access
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Lafayette
ULL Lafayette
Lafayette, LA
Heart of Cajun Country featuring the unique Cypress Lake ecosystem right on campus.
🌊 Cypress Lake
🎶 Cajun Culture
🐊 Live Alligators
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New Orleans
Loyola University
Uptown New Orleans, LA
Spanish Colonial architecture adjacent to Tulane, with beautiful grounds & a vibrant arts culture.
🏰 Spanish Colonial
🎨 Arts Scene
🤝 Tulane Neighbor
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Louisiana by the Numbers
A state packed with superlatives
1718
New Orleans Founded
14
Million Annual Visitors
#1
US Tallest State Capitol
450+
Edible Plant Species
What to Do in Louisiana
Whether you crave adventure, culture, food, or serenity — Louisiana delivers.
Outdoor Adventure
Adventure
Swamp & Bayou Tours
Glide through ancient cypress swamps on an airboat, spot alligators in the wild, and discover the Atchafalaya — North America's largest river swamp.
Book a Swamp Tour
Food & Drink
Cuisine
Cajun & Creole Cuisine
Indulge in the most celebrated food culture in America — from classic gumbo and jambalaya to beignets at Café Du Monde and a steaming pot of boiled crawfish.
Explore Food Guide
Festivals
Events & Culture
Mardi Gras & Festivals
Experience the world's greatest party — Mardi Gras — plus Jazz Fest, Festivals Acadiens, and 400+ annual celebrations showcasing Louisiana's soul.
See All EventsThe Ultimate Louisiana Road Trip
Seven days. Four cities. Multiple universities. And more food than you can eat. Here's our favourite starter itinerary — completely customizable.
Day 1–2
New Orleans — French Quarter & Tulane
Beignets at Café Du Monde, explore the French Quarter, visit the WWII Museum, stroll Tulane & Loyola campuses in Uptown.
Day 3
Plantation Country & River Road
Drive the famous River Road, tour Oak Alley Plantation's oak alley, and experience antebellum Louisiana history.
Day 4–5
Baton Rouge — LSU & Capitol
Walk LSU's live oak paths, visit Mike the Tiger, tour the State Capitol, eat at the legendary Gino's Restaurant.
Day 6–7
Lafayette — ULL & Cajun Country
Visit ULL's Cypress Lake, take a swamp tour in Atchafalaya, dance at a zydeco hall, and feast on boudin & cracklins.
Louisiana Year-Round
Louisiana shines every season — here's what to expect.
Winter
Dec – FebMild temperatures, Mardi Gras season begins, holiday festivals, ideal for city exploration.
Spring
Mar – MayPeak season — Jazz Fest, Mardi Gras grand finale, spring blooms, perfect weather.
Summer
Jun – AugHot & humid — hurricane season begins June 1. Great for indoor museums and food tours.
Fall
Sep – NovLSU football season, Festivals Acadiens, cooling temps, stunning campus foliage.
Hurricane Season (June–November): Monitor the
National Hurricane Center
before and during travel. Have evacuation routes planned when visiting coastal areas.
Refer to our Hurricane Safety Guide.