Top Lafayette Sightseeing Tours in 2026

Right in the heart of Lafayette, Louisiana sits the Vermilionville Historic Village, a living history museum. Get to know the history of Louisiana as you explore the 23-acre (9-hectare) village on a self-guided tour. Discover several 18th- and 19th-century restored homes and meet costumed artisans who demonstrate trades and crafts exactly how they would have been performed in that time period.

On this Historic Baton Rouge Self Guided Location Aware Audio Walking tour you will see Baton Rogue’s historic gems, historic spots and discover it's story. Go at your own pace, anytime. On the tour you’ll see the old Governor’s Mansion, The old state capital You'll walk along the Mississippi, the Red Stick statue, The best local place to each Cajun food, The Kress Building - civil rights historic spots The State Capital St. Joe's The Capital Gardens The Huey Long Statue The Hebe statue And more! And and you'll hear the city’s history, secrets, the story of the swamp blues, the history of the Canadians that became raging Cajuns, Mark Twain’s feelings of the city, the little white house, the castle and so much more. The tour starts at the Old Governor’s mansion.