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  1. Website. www .lafayettela .gov. Lafayette ( / ˌlæfiːˈɛt, ˌlɑːf -/, French: [lafajɛt]) is the most populous city in and parish seat of Lafayette Parish in the U.S. state of Louisiana, [3] located along the Vermilion River.

  2. Happiest City in America. Lafayette, LA is at the heart of Louisianas Cajun & Creole Country, an area known for letting the good times roll, or as we say it laissez les bons temps rouler, and people are starting to notice.

  3. Nov 12, 2020 · Lafayette is the hub city of Louisianas Cajun & Creole Country on the American southern Gulf Coast. A cocktail of European, Caribbean and African influences bestow a unique charm on the destination.

  4. Lafayette, city, south-central Louisiana, U.S., on the Vermilion River 55 miles southwest of Baton Rouge. The area was first settled by Acadians in 1763. The earliest village, Vermilionville, was established in 1824 but was renamed for the French general the marquis de Lafayette in 1884.

  5. Jun 30, 2024 · Discover the best Lafayette attractions in Louisiana's Cajun country. With this guide, explore all the fun things to do in Lafayette!

  6. Mar 18, 2021 · Lafayette Parish is still at the heart of Louisianas Cajun and Creole country, with a living and vibrant history that is evident whether you’re grabbing a bite to eat, visiting a gallery or museum, or dancing to Cajun or zydeco music at a local dancehall.

  7. As the largest city in Lafayette Parish, Lafayette, Louisiana mixes all the amenities of urban life, including universities and medical centers, with the unmistakable influence of the region's venerable Cajun and Creole cultures. Visitors can learn about the area's roots by touring either the Acadian Cultural Center or Vermilionville.

  8. Sep 13, 2021 · 15 Things to do in Lafayette, Louisiana [With Sample 3 Day Itinerary] Lafayette is located in the southern part of Louisiana. Because of its rich history and beautiful landmarks, Lafayette is really a city that you everyone should explore!

  9. Lafayette is the most populous city in and parish seat of Lafayette Parish in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located along the Vermilion River. It is Louisiana's fourth-most populous city with a 2020 census population of 121,374; the consolidated city-parish's population was 241,753 in 2020.

  10. Mar 1, 2023 · In Lafayette, Louisiana, residents are proud of their superlative designation as the “Happiest City in the United States,” which was awarded by the Wall Street Journal’s MarketWatch a while back.

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