Houmas House Plantation & Gardens

Relive the magnificent plantation era with a visit to this Greek Revival mansion built in 1840. Houmas House is home to Civil War history, period furnishings of early Louisiana craftsmanship, significant movie settings and formal gardens beneath 200 year old moss-laden live oaks.
Hours: Mon.-Tue. 9-5,
Thurs.-Sun. 9-7
Admission Fee: Yes
40136 Highway 942, Darrow
PH: 225-473-7841 or
1-888-323-8314
www.houmashouse.com

Bayou River Boat Adventures

Board the Tickfaw Water Taxi for swamp tours, moonlight cruises & private rentals.
Hours: 7 days a week,
hours vary by season.
Admission Fee: Yes
12475 River Highlands Dr.,
St. Amant
PH: 225-315-4971
www.tickfawwatertaxi.com

Tanger Outlet Center

Over 50 designer and manufacturer outlet stores and restaurants.
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9-9, Sun. 11-6
2410 Tanger Blvd., Gonzales
PH: 225-647-9383 or
1-800-406-2112
www.tangeroutlet.com

Ascension Parish Courthouse

Romanesque revival style building, constructed in 1889, with finely detailed brick arches. The adjacent jail predates the courthouse by more than 20 years. Tours provide insight into this area’s significant history.
Hours: By appointment only
Admission Fee: No
300 Houmas St., Donaldsonville
PH: 225-473-9866, ext. 212

Pelican Point Golf Course

Championship 18-hole, semi-private, British-style golf with a Louisiana flair, covers 250 acres of what once was a sugar cane farm. The championship practice facility includes putting and chipping greens and a large driving range with target greens.
Hours: Daily until dark
Admission Fee: Yes
7051 Highway 44, Gonzales
PH: 225-746-9900
www.golfthepoint.com

Jambalaya Park & Amphitheater

Park and playground.
1013 E. Cornerview, Gonzales
PH: 225-647-9552

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