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Take a leisurely, self-guided walking tour of historic downtown Abbeville. There are several National Historic Properties, historic sites and architecture that can be seen as you walk through our beautiful downtown streets. Some of our popular restaurants are located along the tours so you can grab a bite to eat as you tour! Downloadable link coming soon!

200 N Magdalen Square
70510 Abbeville , LA
Phone: 337-898-4110

Held annually the third full weekend in August. This festival celebrates the shrimping industry with the Blessing of the Fleet, parades, contests, carnival rides, fais-do-do, shrimp, shrimp and more shrimp!

70528 Delcambre , LA
Phone: 337-685-2653

Once the center of four river plantations, this 4 acre park was the site of the first Roman Catholic Church in the area. Located on the Vermilion River, these beautiful grounds are a haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers.

18314 Live Oak Rd.
70533 Erath , LA
Phone: 337-937-5697
Open 24 hrs.

The largest Acadian museum in the U.S. with over 5,000 objects preserves and displays material traces of the history and folklore of this region, Featuring exhibits about local Cajun musicians, military, religion, folklore, and traditional lifeways-both domestic skills and traditional outdoor occupation Due to efforts by Warren Perrin on behalf of the Acadians, a Royal Proclamation was signed by Queen Elizabeth II on December 9,2003 acknowledging the wrongs committed during the Acadian deportation of 1755.

203 S. Broadway
70533 Erath , LA
Phone: 337-456-7729
Fax: 337-451-1875
Tues-Fri 1-4pm Sat 10am-noon

Cultural center and museum that features exhibits by local artists as well as exhibits on the Omelette Festival, artifacts from the Vermilion Historical Society, the early Acadians and more. The Vermilion Parish Tourist Commission is located inside this building. Public restrooms available during business hours. Handicap accessible.

200 N. Magdalen Sq.
70510 Abbeville , LA
Phone: 337-898-4114
Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm, Sat 9 am-1 pm during downtown events only

Located on Hwy. 14 and near Lafitte Cinema and shopping center. Rooms feature cable TV, DVD player, double beds, AC/heat. 24 hr. on-site manager. Economical daily and weekly rated. MC,V accepted.

1713 Charity St.
70510 Abbeville , LA
Phone: 337-893-1404
Open 24 hrs.

Family pharmacy that can fill all your prescription needs. Great selection of gifts for all ages & home décor. Home of the "Toot & Scoot" - drive up, toot your horn and your prescription will be brought to your car.

2619 Charity St.
70510 Abbeville , LA
Phone: 337-385-1250
Fax: 337-385-1247
Mon.-Fri., 8:30 am-6 pm; Sat 8:30 am-12:30 pm

Experience Cajun hospitality in our 100-year-old classic home, nestled in Abbeville's historic downtown. The Caldwell is a perfect site for receptions, weddings and other special events for up to 150 people. Garden weddings, bridal suite, guest accommodations. We also have exclusive rentals for tourists visiting Vermilion Parish. Recognized as the "Official Best Small Town Inn in Louisiana for 2013!"

105 E Vermilion St.
70510 Abbeville , LA
Phone: 337-909-0050
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Recently remodeled and centrally located in Hwy. 14 By-pass behind the Tourist Center and near restaurants. AE,DC,DI,MC,V accepted.

1903 Veterans Memorial Dr.
70510 Abbeville , LA
Phone: 337-898-1453
Fax: 337-898-1463
Open 24 hrs. 7 days a week

Louisiana's newest state park with 6 cabins, 95 campsites, 4 picnic pavilion and numerous picnic sites, a visitor center, boat launch, splash park, nature trails, lakes, canoe area and more.

19501 Pleasant Rd.
70510 Abbeville , LA
Phone: 877-226-7652; 337-893-3930
Sun-Thurs 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri-Sat 7 a.m.-10 p.m.

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