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Louisiana tourism is centered on New Orleans and the North Shore region in the southeastern corner of the state near the Florida border. West of New Orleans is the Great River Road, with the I-10 running to the Mississippi River port capital city of Baton Rogue. West of New Orleans along the Gulf of Mexico, the I-10 cuts through Lafayette and Lake Charles on its way past Abbeville to Texas. Central Louisiana is Lake Country, and home to cities like Alexandria and Natchitoches. In northern Louisiana, the I-20 runs west from Monroe to Bossier City, Shreveport, and East Texas. Unless Louisiana is very familiar and frequent territory, New Orleans will be the top choice for a Louisiana vacation. Though Mardi Gras, music, and the winning ways of the New Orleans Saints football team get the spotlight, there is much more to explore in New Orleans. Within New Orleans choose among Bourbon Street, Royal Street, the Upper and Lower French Quarters, the Warehouse and Central Business District, the Garden District and Uptown, and Mid-City. With street car lines linking the French Quarter to the Garden District, Convention Center, and everywhere else, it is easy for the whole family to get around. If long walks are your exercise, explore the scenic city on foot. An easy two-hour drive from New Orleans brings you to Baton Rogue, Natchitoches and Lake Country. Explore old Beauregard Town in downtown Baton Rogue, the historic homes of the Baton Rogue Garden District, and tour one or several working plantations. Walk the 33-block Historic Landmark District and tour the historic homes and churches of Natchitoches. Relive Spanish Empire history in Louisiana at Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site. Heading west from New Orleans is Cajun Country and Lafayette with its mix of French, French Canadian (Acadian), Spanish, and Caribbean cultures. Besides Cajun and Creole cookery, explore the Civil War heritage at the Lafayette Museum. Stop by Abbeville to view the courthouse designed by Hayes Town, St. Mary Magdalen Church, and have a seafood meal. With 75 annual festivals Lake Charles is Louisiana's Festival City, and home to the Creole Nature Trail Scenic Byway. Shreveport and Bossier City in northwest Louisiana are casino and entertainment centers. Shreveport is renowned for hosting the Louisiana State Fair in the fall. Plus floral centers, art galleries, and museums. Monroe in the northeast also has notable gardens.
Restaurants in Louisiana
1. Margaritaville Resort Casino
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,781 reviews
This listing is for the casino. We also have listings for the accommodation and restaurant(s) on the property.
Reviewed By Dream62472225817 - Rockwall, United States
Great Hospitality ...fun time .. ready to go back..the snow crabs in the buffet are the best i have ever had..the slots where very loose..even the wife won some money..
2. Harrah's Casino New Orleans
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4,676 reviews
Experience a fun, friendly casino atmosphere at Harrah’s New Orleans one that removes you from the ordinary, with helpful dealers and attentive servers who ensure your total comfort. New and old friends cheer you on as you hit your lucky streak when you’re at Harrah's New Orleans. So choose your favorite casino table game and let the good times roll!
Reviewed By Excursion40689118838
Great time, nice casino, fun city. Went to the garden district on a walking tour. Went to a couple of Jazz spots. Go to Frenchmen street. It was a much nicer version of the popular Bourbon st. Definitely visit Lafayette cemetery.
3. Fair Grounds Race Course
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 64 reviews
America's 3rd oldest horse racing track located in the heart of New Orleans! Thoroughbred & exotic animal races, slots and simulcasting year-round!
Reviewed By patmA665EO - Slidell, United States
We love to go to the races. You can play all day and not spend a lot of $$$. It's a beautiful building with places to see the horses before the race and pick your choice. Options of spending $$$ in the penthouse for lunch or get a hot dog and beer for a few $...
4. Harrah's Casino
5. Horseshoe Casino
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,224 reviews
Take your pick of over 1,500 slot machines, 50 exciting table games and four gourmet restaurants at this huge casino and resort complex.
Reviewed By S7900WZvickis
We love the buffet, we love going to the diamond lounge and visiting with friends, and the staff are so helpful.
6. Harrah's Louisiana Downs
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3,091 reviews
Home of the Super Derby is a world-class track offering both quarter horse and thoroughbred racing.
Reviewed By Saints124
Excellent customer service Great slots Clean place Nice horse races as well Had a blast Thanks I will be back
7. Coushatta Casino Resort
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 740 reviews
Louisiana's largest casino resort offers thousands of hot slots, over 70 table games, live bingo and off track betting. Satisfy your appetite at any of the resort's nine restaurants. Enjoy a day of golf on beautiful Koasati Pines championship golf course. See national headliners live in concert in The Pavilion, and find your soft spot at the end of the day in one of over 900 hotel rooms. Join the casino's Advantage Club to earn the best benefits in the region when you play your favorite slots and tables. At Coushatta you earn both comps AND cash for your slot points ... No need to choose! If you are a non-smoker you'll love the huge non smoking area with over 500 slots so you can play your favorites in smoke-free air! At Coushatta, you can bring the kids along ... They will have fun in Kids Quest and Cyber Quest while you have fun in the casino. No need to leave Fido at home, either! Coushatta offers dog-friendly rooms and an off-leash dog park too.
Reviewed By clatocki - Beaverton, United States
We have made the Coushatta Casino our stop on the way to Texas and on the way back to Michigan. We have always enjoyed the friendly atmosphere, the free drinks, and have always had lots of fun!! We were able to get a comped room and thought it was an awesome room, with a great set up!! Unlike hotel rooms with coffee makers in the bathroom, this room had a full "kitchen" area with the coffee, refrigerator and microwave . I absolutely LOVED it! The Casino was GREAT! We came out ahead after many hours gambling and had such a great time!!! We will be back , at least twice a year...too bad we didn't live closer!! Oh, Don't forget to golf at the Koasati Pines ...such a beautiful course!!!
8. L'Auberge Casino Resort
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 715 reviews
Four Diamond resort destination. Only Southwest Louisiana hotel to hold the prestigious standard of AAA Four Diamond. Full service casino resort offering non-stop Vegas style gaming with 70 table games and over 1,600 slot machines, championship Tom Fazio golf course, full service Spa du Lac, resort pool and lazy river, unique retail shopping, 6 innovative dining outlets, 26-story casually elegant hotel with 1,000 rooms, suites and villas plus big name entertainment.
Reviewed By 840lesliem - Houston, United States
I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend trip to L'Auberge Casino. The rooms are nice, the beds are SUPER comfortable, great restaurants, and of course, an awesome casino!
9. L'Auberge Casino & Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 319 reviews
Reviewed By YoBob536 - Lake Charles, United States
Nice clean hotel. Has numerous food options. Very nice rooms and a roof top pool with a bar. Nice casino and sports bar. Good buffet
10. Golden Nugget Casino
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,251 reviews
Reviewed By 635judyw
In addition to the great casino are great restaurants, a gorgeous pool and lazy river. There are even cute places to shop! Try it!
