Lafayette travel guide
Lafayette Tourism | Lafayette Guide
You're Going to Love Lafayette
With a population of 120,623, Lafayette is a must-see destination in Louisiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lafayette to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Lafayette
If you’re looking for affordable options, Ruffino’s on the River (921 Camellia Blvd) and Marcello's of Lafayette (340 Kaliste Saloom Road) are great picks.
When to visit Lafayette
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lafayette in July, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 180 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Lafayette, with an average rainfall of 97 mm.
How to Get to Lafayette
Plane
When flying to Lafayette, you’ll arrive at Lafayette Regional (LFT), which is located 4 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lafayette from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 19h 59m.
Car
Another option to get to Lafayette is to pick up a car hire from New Orleans, which is about 190 km from Lafayette. You’ll find branches of Avis and Sixt, among others, in New Orleans.
Airlines serving Lafayette
Where to stay in Lafayette
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Oil Center and Boardwalk Suites Lafayette. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Lafayette, with prices from €35 to €374 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Lafayette are about 81% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lafayette
Most booked hotels in Lafayette
Hiring a car in Lafayette
Expect to pay €1.13 per litre in Lafayette (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €13.55 and €18.06. The most frequently booked car type in Lafayette is Standard (Chevrolet Blazer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Sentra or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.