Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Lafayette travel guide

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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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lafayette has to offer.

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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

Lafayette in December
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lafayette in December
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel

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.

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How to Get to Lafayette

Plane

When flying to Lafayette, you’ll arrive at Lafayette Regional (LFT), which is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Lafayette is called Lafayette, and is located 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Lafayette’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Lafayette, you’ll arrive at Lafayette Regional (LFT), which is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Lafayette is called Lafayette, and is located 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Lafayette’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Lafayette

BTRBaton Rouge Ryan
AEXAlexandria
LFTLafayette Regional

Airlines serving Lafayette

KLM
Good (1,481 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,882 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,843 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,366 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,559 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,535 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,737 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,551 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,149 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,162 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,203 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,554 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,578 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,016 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (231 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (685 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (457 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,549 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,309 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lafayette

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lafayette and Comfort Suites Oil Center.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lafayette

Most booked hotels in Lafayette

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Drury Inn & Suites Lafayette, LA
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$229+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$196+
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Candlewood Suites Lafayette - River Ranch By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$135+
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Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$127+
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Woodspring Suites Lafayette
2 stars
Good (6.1, Good reviews)
$75+
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Hiring a car in Lafayette

Budget, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Lafayette is the Budget branch at 200 Terminal Drive Suite 139, which is 2 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.97 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 $23.56 and $31.41. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lafayette, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

Budget, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Lafayette is the Budget branch at 200 Terminal Drive Suite 139, which is 2 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.97 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 $23.56 and $31.41. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lafayette, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Lafayette

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz

Thrifty

Thrifty
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