Ascension Parish is
Louisiana's Sweet Spot
With each mile traveled along historic River Road, anticipation builds as to what might lie around the next bend. Sugar cane fields and moss-draped lanes wind their way in and out of view. By the time you cross the Sunshine Bridge you’re well immersed in 500 years of history layered with such diverse culture and tradition that you couldn’t possibly be somewhere you’ve ever been before. In this special place where Native American, Spanish, French, German, Italian, English, African and Acadian cultures have thrived and mingled, the sights, sounds, traditions and experiences are truly more varied and unique
Sweet Things to Do This Holiday Season
Sweet Things to Do This Holiday Season
Sweet things to make your holiday season sweeter Take a stroll along the grounds of Houmas House Estate and Gardens. Located in Darrow, La, Houmas House is beautifully decorated for…
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Food & drinks that hit the spot!
Food & drinks that hit the spot!
The fusion of many influences and ethnicities in Ascension Parish add flavor to its rich heritage of culinary traditions. So much of what Ascension Parish has come to be known for over the years can be traced to its rich Creole history.
Shopping, Museums, and so much to see and do
From the brilliant colors in the gardens of Houmas House to the vivid colors in an Alvin Batiste painting, from the explosion of flavors in a bowl of Jambalaya to the explosion in retail at Tanger and locally owned shops. From Louisiana’s second-largest historic district to even sugarcane distilleries, there’s just so much to see, taste, experience, and savor.
Shopping, Museums, and so much to see and do
From the brilliant colors in the gardens of Houmas House to the vivid colors in an Alvin Batiste painting, from the explosion of flavors in a bowl of Jambalaya to the explosion in retail at Tanger and locally owned shops. From Louisiana’s second-largest historic district to even sugarcane distilleries, there’s just so much to see, taste, experience, and savor.
Come stay with us! Here are some sweet spots to stay
Ascension Parish is conveniently located right between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, with a multitude of brand name accommodations and Bed & Breakfasts located only minutes off of Interstate-10. Come see why Ascension Parish is such a sweet spot to stay!
Come stay with us! Here are some sweet spots to stay
Ascension Parish is conveniently located right between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, with a multitude of brand name accommodations and Bed & Breakfasts located only minutes off of Interstate-10. Come see why Ascension Parish is such a sweet spot to stay!
Distances
Baton Rouge, LA: 20 miles
New Orleans, LA: 50 Miles
Lafayette, LA: 80 Miles
Natchez, MS: 110 Miles
Biloxi, MS, 140 Miles
Houston, TX: 290 Miles