Escape the well-trodden path and discover Louisiana's secret delights, a curated list of lesser-known points of interest. From mysterious bayous and quaint local museums to off-the-beaten-path historical sites and unique culinary stops, this collection invites you to explore the rich tapestry that is Louisiana beyond the bustling streets of New Orleans.
Iberia Parish, Louisiana, USA
Verdant gardens on salt dome island known for exotic plants and wildlife
Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, USA
An artist's spiritual journey depicted in concrete sculptures
Webster Parish, Louisiana, USA
Museum preserving the history of an early 19th-century Utopian society
Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, USA
Park showcasing Creole architecture and plantation life
Lincoln Parish, Louisiana, USA
Tribute museum to the legendary Grambling State University football coach
Concordia Parish, Louisiana, USA
Working cotton plantation with historical tours
St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, USA
Recreated homestead celebrating Louisiana's Acadian culture
Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, USA
Historic artist retreat with African American folk art history
East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, USA
19th-century Gothic Revival castle housing political history exhibits
West Carroll Parish, Louisiana, USA
Prehistoric earthworks dating back 3,000 years
West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, USA
Antebellum estate with formal gardens and a historic mansion
Iberia Parish, Louisiana, USA
Historic antebellum house museum with landscaped gardens
West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, USA
Charming area with preserved antebellum homes and storied past
Patterson, Louisiana, USA
Dual museum chronicling state aviation history and cypress logging
St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana, USA
Museum dedicated to the history of slavery on Southern plantations
Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, USA
Former capital of Spanish Texas and a historical archaeological site
East Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, USA
Site of one of the longest Civil War sieges in American history
Donaldsonville, Louisiana, USA
Museum chronicling the lives and achievements of African Americans in the region
Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, USA
Replica of an early French fort exploring colonial life
Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, USA
Barrier island park with beaches, birding, and fishing opportunities
Livingston Parish, Louisiana, USA
Nature preserve with diverse ecosystems including cypress-tupelo swamps
Ville Platte, Louisiana, USA
Protected forest area boasting native plants and nature trails
Louisiana, USA
Park with cultural exhibits and natural wetland habitats
Vacherie, Louisiana, USA
Historic plantation known for its stunning oak-lined alley
Lake Providence, Louisiana, USA
Museum dedicated to the history and legacy of cotton farming in Louisiana
Monroe, Louisiana, USA
Historical home featuring Coca-Cola memorabilia and scenic gardens
Vacherie, Louisiana, USA
Creole plantation with historic tours highlighting slave narratives
Louisiana, USA
Nature reserve perfect for bird watching and observing wetland habitats
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Warehouse studio where visitors can see Mardi Gras floats being built
Shreveport, Louisiana, USA
Art museum set within lush gardens, featuring works from the American and European schools
Houma, Louisiana, USA
19th-century sugar plantation house turned museum highlighting the sugar industry
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
Historic Fletcher-class destroyer turned into a museum ship
