5 Sweet Things To Do in Ascension Parish

There’s just so much to see, taste, experience, and savor in Louisiana’s Sweet Spot.

Houmas House and Gardens –40136 Hwy. 942 in Darrow, LA
- Tour the estate and gardens, enjoy casual and/or elegant dining, a buffet, and the quaint turtle bar!
The Great River Road Museum –40136 Hwy. 942 in Darrow, LA at Houmas House & Gardens
- Learn about the early life along the Mississippi River; exhibits, wax figures, and artifacts.
Cajun Village Shops and Coffee House – 6490 Hwy. 22 in Sorrento, LA
- LA Specialty shops, souvenirs, live alligators, breakfast & lunch! Featured in the film, “My Southern Family Christmas.”
River Road African American Museum – 511 Williams Street in Donaldsonville, LA
- Learn about the history and Culture of African Americans in South Louisiana.
Historic Portals to the Past – 306 Mississippi Street in Donaldsonville, LA
- A walking or driving tour to learn about the history of Donaldsonville dating back to the 1800s.