Downtown Lafayette Cajun History & Folklore Walking Tour

Departure Point

• We will meet on the sidewalk right in front of the Cathedral. I suggest street parking on Vermillion St. or Jefferson Street.

Duration2 hoursLanguages Available

• Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist515 Cathedral Street, Lafayette, LA 70501We 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. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist515 Cathedral Street, Lafayette, LA 70501Next 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. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Saint John Cemetery515 Cathedral Street, Lafayette, LA 70501Here we will discuss the unique Louisiana burials and the mythical creature in cajun folklore known at the Rougarou. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Johnson's Boucanière1111 Saint John Street, Lafayette, LA 70501At 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. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Lafayette Museum1122 Lafayette Street, Lafayette, LA 70501At the historic Mouton House, we'll discuss the man who founded Lafayette and some of his sordid pre-civil war history.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Carpe Diem Cafe & Wine Bar812 Jefferson Street, Lafayette, LA 70501We'll stop for 15 minutes for coffee, ice cream, or cocktails at this locally owned spot. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Pop's Poboys740 Jefferson Street, Lafayette, LA 70501We'll pass by Pop's Poboys and Pamplona--both great restaurants--and I will give personal recommendations. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Acadiana Center for the Arts101 W Vermilion St, , Lafayette, LouisianaAt this beautiful art gallery and music venue, we'll discuss the history and relevance of cajun and zydeco music. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Vestal Restaurant555 Jefferson Street, Lafayette, LA 70501We'll pass by Vestal and Sarrica's--both great restaurants--and I will give my personal recommendations. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Cocodrie Collective515 Jefferson Street, Lafayette, LA 70501We'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.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: The Flats427 Jefferson Street, Lafayette, LA 70501We'll pass by The Flats, Central, and Tsunami--all great restaurants--and I'll give my personal recommendations.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Parc International200 Garfield Street, Lafayette, LA 70501We'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. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Parc Sans Souci201 E Vermilion St, Lafayette, LouisianaWe'll stop at Parc Sans Souci and takes pictures with the Lafayette sign and discuss our city's challenges and triumphs. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Wild Child Wines210 East Vermilion Street, Lafayette, LA 70501We'll end our tour at Wild Child Wines, one of my favorite places for food, wine, art, and gifts! Duration: 10 minutes

Additional Information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Inclusions

• Guided Tour

Exclusions

• Food or Purchases

Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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