Louisiana - October 9, 2025

Plan Your Spooky Getaway to Louisiana 👻

It’s fall in Louisiana, and we’re rounding up the best things...

It’s fall in Louisiana, and we’re rounding up the best things to do, see and taste this season, from haunted houses to hot tamales

October 2025

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Louisiana’s Best Fall Attractions

Our nature walks, culinary landmarks and cultural treasures are beautiful year-round, but a few in particular shine in the fall. Take advantage of the cooler weather with a hike, bike or paddle through the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area, or tour plantations along the Great River Road.

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Top 9 Things to Do in St. Francisville

Looking for small-town Southern charm, historic plantations and stunning views of nature? Head to St. Francisville, just 35 minutes north of Baton Rouge, for beautiful gardens, biking trails and a quaint downtown.

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Travelers tour St. Louis Cemetery No. 1.

Read at Your Own Risk: Louisiana’s Most Haunted Places

Unexplained noises, shadowy figures, ghostly presences — it’s all part of the experience in Louisiana. Tour a local cemetery, or spend the night at one of the most haunted hotels in America.

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Your Next Weekend Getaway: New Iberia

New Iberia’s rich history, scenic views and warm hospitality make it the perfect day trip from Lafayette. Start with freshly baked bread at LeJeune’s Bakery and end with a sunset at Cypremort Point State Park.

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Recipe: Zwolle Hot Tamales

Sink your teeth into hot tamales made famous by the Louisiana city of Zwolle. Cajun-spiced pulled pork is enveloped by pillowy corn dough, wrapped in a corn husk and steamed to perfection.

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Various dates, Fall 2025

Cotton Then & Now Guided Tour

See an 1800s steam cotton gin and today’s computerized ginning. Pick cotton in the fields and tour the property. Call 318-757-2453 for dates and times.

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Plan Your Spooky Getaway to Louisiana 👻

Louisiana’s Best Fall Attractions

Top 9 Things to Do in St. Francisville

Read at Your Own Risk: Louisiana’s Most Haunted Places

Your Next Weekend Getaway: New Iberia

Recipe: Zwolle Hot Tamales

A Season of Festivals in the River Parishes

Explore the Scenic Ouachita Paddling Trails

FEATURED EVENTS

Cotton Then & Now Guided Tour

Plan Your Spooky Getaway to Louisiana 👻

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