Downtown Lafayette Cajun History & Folklore Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
The one and only walking tour of Downtown Lafayette is here! We'll go through our city's fascinating history, Cajun folklore and mythology, and current local culture (including restaurant and shop recommendations). I'm a local who was born and raised in Lafayette and I live downtown; I'm excited to show you around our unique city!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
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.
What‘s Included
Guided Tour
Food or Purchases
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Downtown Lafayette Cajun History & Folklore Walking Tour
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very Awful --was at meeting point at 2 pm, guide no show
MamiChula,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Very disappointed, bkz I was in front of church, 515 Cathedral St, at 2pm & nothing, NO ONE THERE!! I want a refund, bkz I didn't get a tour!
A wonderful and informative tour of Lafayette.
B2961JXstevenm,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This walking tour of Lafayette stands out as one of the very best I've experienced—even after going on at least two dozen tours. Cassie, our guide, is exceptional; a local resident who clearly loves her city, she truly captures the spirit and culture of Lafayette, allowing you to see it through a local’s perspective. I felt fortunate to explore Cajun culture alongside her. Fluent in French, she skillfully interprets over 300 years of Lafayette's and the Acadian people's history. Cassie is unafraid to address complex topics like Reconstruction and Jim Crow, guiding us through significant societal changes during the civil rights era, highlighting the enduring energy of Cajun culture today, and discussing Lafayette's remarkable development throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.
Cassie's tour is a tour de force!
gailwH3908KA,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cassie was a lovely, gracious, knowledgeable guide. We learned so much during our tour and had fun doing it! Highly recommend her tour to anyone who wants to know more about Arcadiana! Bravo, Cassie - thank you!
A great afternoon enjoying the history and legends of Lafayette!
patanddoug,,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have visited Lafayette several times but this was our first time taking a tour of the downtown area. It was well worth it! Cassie is a local who is knowledgeable, animated and shared lots of information about the history and legends of the area. She also shared restaurant recommendations. I would highly recommend taking this tour. Thank you ,Cassie!
Great tour guide
ongbob,,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed learning and experiencing the history of Lafayette from someone with great passion. Cassie knows how to conduct a tour, very forthright, funny and she tells it like it is.
Fun history!
kathleent108,,May 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and fun. Cassie was extremely personable and knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the culture and history of the city and this area in general. Would highly recommend this tour. Thank you for a great time!
Walk the Walk.
David R,,Apr 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walking tour ,very informative.Cassy had so many interesting facts about the history of the area and was a very cheerful guide.I would recommend anyone visiting this area to take this tour ,well worth your time
Casi was a great tor guide.
jdwyland,,Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed the tour an historic descriptions by our Guide Cassi. Janet ani recommended this tour. The weather was perfect and she pointed out a couple of restaurants we plan on visiting before we leave the country on April 30th.
Great tour!
Osman N,,Mar 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Cassie was a great your guide, with the right amount of detail and interaction with us. Great enthusiasm!
Excellent informative and fun tour
helenlinn,,Mar 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour covered everything we wanted to know about Lafayette in just the right amount of detail. Our guide was informative and fun and brought the area to life with stories and facts
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