Communities
LAFAYETTE
The cultural center of Louisiana’s heritage, Lafayette is a wonderful blend of the French, Spanish, and Caribbean cultures. The people embody an undeniable Joie de Vivre and it’s apparent in everything from the art and architecture to the food and entertainment of the area.
BROUSSARD
Named after the descendant of one of the very first Acadians to land in Louisiana, the city of Broussard offers rich history and elegant dining.
YOUNGSVILLE
The fastest-growing city in Louisiana, Youngsville offers a small-town community with convenient access to the big-city amenities of Lafayette, Broussard, and New Iberia.
CARENCRO
The city of Carencro takes great pride in the quality of life and progressive approach to business offered there. They refer to themselves as “A Community on the Grow” and will tell you Carencro is a great place to live, work and play.
SCOTT
“Where the West begins and Hospitality Never Ends,” Scott welcomes visitors to come experience their culture, prosperity and growth, which they feel makes them “the richest part of the gumbo.”
SUNSET
Once the sweet-potato capital of the world, Sunset is now known as “the friendliest town in Louisiana.” Just ten miles north of Lafayette and ten miles south of Opelousas, Sunset rests in the heart of Acadiana.
OPELOUSAS
20 miles north of Lafayette and the third-oldest city in the state, Opelousas is known for its rich heritage of Cajun and Creole ancestry, and wonderful music and food. Opelousas also hosts several festivals throughout the year.
RAYNE
Welcome to the Frog Capital of the World and the Louisiana City of Murals! The city of Rayne is home to a state-of-the-art R.V. Park (one of Ripley’s oddities), incredible murals, authentic Cajun cuisine, local festivals (including the annual Frog Festival), and an old-fashioned five-and-dime that will transport you to a different world.
GRAND COTEAU
The historic town of Grand Coteau is known for its beautiful tree-arched streets, lush gardens, and diverse and stately architecture. Many local artists, from musicians to poets, gather here.
BREAUX BRIDGE
Located in St. Martin Parish and dubbed the Crawfish Capital of the World, Breaux Bridge boasts the ability to transport you back in time to when life was a lot less hectic.
ABBEVILLE
Celebrated by the locals as a beautiful place to visit, Abbeville is located in the southwestern part of the state.
NEW IBERIA
The city of New Iberia is known as the “Queen City of the Teche.” It combines trade and commerce with a vibrant culture that results in their claim, “A place where the climate is mild, the people are warm and the food is spicy and hot!”
