River Ranch
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Popular places to visit
Acadian Village
The fascinating life of the Acadians of Louisiana comes alive at a collection of historic buildings, including a blacksmith workshop and church.
Vermilionville Historic Village
You can study the exhibits at Vermilionville Historic Village, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Lafayette. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Cathedral of St John
This centuries-old cathedral is famous for its Romanesque architecture, beautiful stained-glass windows, ancient oak tree and museum of religious relics.
Vermilionville
Experience the traditions of the Cajuns, Creoles and Native Americans, watch live bands and cruise along the Vermilion River at this folk museum village.
CIty Club at River Ranch
Enjoy a round of golf in Lafayette at CIty Club at River Ranch. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Cajundome
Catch an event at Cajundome during your trip to Lafayette. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Things to do
Self-Guided Lafayette Scavenger Hunt: Lafayette In Full Bloom
Top hotels in River Ranch
Tru by Hilton Lafayette River Ranch
Great room, great people!
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lafayette South at River Ranch
Clean
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Carriage House Hotel
loved it
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport
Very clean room, & attentive staff
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
Clean room. Friendly staff. Safe location.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center
Yes Yes You do need a better smell for the room
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Ranch
Freetown - Port Rico
While Freetown - Port Rico might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Children's Museum of Acadiana.
Downtown Lafayette
If you're spending some time in Downtown Lafayette, The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Children's Museum of Acadiana are top sights worth seeing.
McComb-Veazey
When in McComb-Veazey, you can plan a visit to Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center and Children's Museum of Acadiana, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sterling Grove Historic District
If you're spending time in Sterling Grove Historic District, you might enjoy its live music and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center or Children's Museum of Acadiana.
