Downtown Lafayette Cajun History & Folklore Walking Tour

We will meet here and discuss our first topic of the tour: Lafayette--the most catholic city in America! We'll discuss the history of how the Acadians made there way to Louisiana and how that translates into the modern term "Cajun" we know today.(10 min)

Next to the Cathedral is the St. John Cathedral Live Oak. This 500 year oak tree is where we'll discuss the tale of Evangeline and Gabriel, the cajun Romeo and Juliet.(10 min)

Here we will discuss the unique Louisiana burials and the mythical creature in cajun folklore known at the Rougarou.(10 min)

At this historic cajun smoke house and grocery, we'll discuss the history and relevance of cajun cuisine. I'll make a few suggestions of what to buy.(10 min)

At the historic Mouton House, we'll discuss the man who founded Lafayette and some of his sordid pre-civil war history.(10 min)

We'll stop for 15 minutes for coffee, ice cream, or cocktails at this locally owned spot.(15 min)

We'll pass by Pop's Poboys and Pamplona--both great restaurants--and I will give personal recommendations.(pass by)

At this beautiful art gallery and music venue, we'll discuss the history and relevance of cajun and zydeco music.(10 min)

We'll pass by Vestal and Sarrica's--both great restaurants--and I will give my personal recommendations.(pass by)

We'll stop at Cocodrie, a local gift and art shop, and discuss the death and resurgence of the Cajun French language. Then we'll have 5 minutes to look around the cute shop.(15 min)

We'll pass by The Flats, Central, and Tsunami--all great restaurants--and I'll give my personal recommendations.(pass by)

We'll discuss the history of Festival International de Louisiane and some of Lafayette's best and most famous festivals, including Cajun Mardi Gras--also known as the Chicken Run.(10 min)

We'll stop at Parc Sans Souci and takes pictures with the Lafayette sign and discuss our city's challenges and triumphs.(10 min)

We'll end our tour at Wild Child Wines, one of my favorite places for food, wine, art, and gifts!(10 min)