Lake Charles, LA
Travel Guide
Visit Lake Charles
Where to stay in Lake Charles

Lake Charles Historic District
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the district boasts 281 contributing buildings with architectural styles like Colonial Revival and Queen Anne Revival. Explore the 1896-built Church of the Good Shepherd while admiring the historic charm.



Popular places to visit

Golden Nugget
Why not try your luck with a visit to Golden Nugget during your time in Lake Charles? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

North Beach Interstate 10
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, North Beach Interstate 10 might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Lake Charles. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Prien Lake Park
After visiting Prien Lake Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lake Charles. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Imperial Calcasieu Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Imperial Calcasieu Museum during your travels in Lake Charles. Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Bord Du Lac Park
Explore the great outdoors at Bord Du Lac Park, a lovely green space in Lake Charles. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Lauberge Casino Lake Charles
Why not try your luck with a visit to Lauberge Casino Lake Charles during your time in Lake Charles? Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Creole Nature Trail Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Creole Nature Trail
Other places like Lake Charles
- Golden Nugget
- Lauberge Casino Lake Charles
- L'Auberge du Lac Casino
- McNeese State University
- North Beach Interstate 10
- Lake Charles Civic Center
- Burton Coliseum
- Prien Lake Park
- Prien Lake Mall
- The Country Club at Golden Nugget
- Sam Houston Jones State Park
- Lafleur Beach
- Cowboy Stadium
- Imperial Calcasieu Museum
- Interstate 210 Park
- Contraband Bayou Golf Club at L Auberge Du Lac
- Petro Bowl
- Bord Du Lac Park
- Lake Charles Convention and Visitors Bureau
- Children's Museum Lake Charles
- Contraband Bayou Golf Club at L'Auberge Du Lac
- Gulfway Shopping Center
- Perkins Ferry Park
- Wilshire Plaza Shopping Center
- The Ryan Shopping Center
- Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu
- Country Club Plaza Shopping Center
- Lake Charles Visitor Center