LOUISIANA THE ULTIMATE ROAD TRIP
From brass to bayous, po’boys to pralines, and Jazz to jambalaya—there’s a lot to celebrate in Louisiana, and you better believe we do. Why not plan a road trip to experience sights, sounds, and flavors you won’t find anywhere else in the world?
Take in scenic views along Louisiana’s 19 trails and byways – each with unique stories to tell. From a haunted Gothic Jail along the Myths & Legends Byway to the origins of Tabasco hot sauce along the Bayou Teche National Scenic Byway – there are intriguing experiences along each and every one. And road-trippin’ pros will be compelled to take on the Louisiana River Road All-American Road – Louisiana’s longest byway stretching from the Poverty Point World Heritage Site near Monroe all the way down past Baton Rouge and New Orleans to the Gulf of Mexico.
Take the road less traveled and explore charming small towns, Cajun dancehalls, and the best down-home cooking you can find. If good eats motivate your travels, eat your way through one of the state’s local food trails, like the Bayou Country Crawfish Trail, Southwest Louisiana Boudin Trail, Louisiana Oyster Trail or Andouille Trail.
The fourteen-parish-wide Atchafalaya National Heritage Area is an ideal spot to stretch your legs, get some fresh air and venture outdoors. There’s no better way to explore the mysterious and beautiful Atchafalaya Basin and get up close and personal with the local wildlife. Take a swamp tour or paddle along the bayou before rewarding yourself with a visit to a local brewery and a good night’s rest in a quaint bed & breakfast.
Louisiana offers unique museums, stately historic homes, quirky festivals and more. There’s no shortage of opportunities for enriching cultural experiences.
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