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5 Must-Dos in Natchitoches, LA

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Natchitoches

Natchitoches, Louisiana, United States

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Front Street

Natchitoches, Louisiana, United States

Take in the beautiful views, various activities, friendly locals and delicious food that Natchitoches has to offer. Enjoy your visit!

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1. Grab a bite to eat at Lasyone's! 🍽

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Lasyone's Meat Pie Restaurant

4.5 (904 Google reviews)

622 2nd St
Natchitoches, LA

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Monday:

7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Tuesday:

7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Wednesday:

7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Thursday:

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Friday:

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Saturday:

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday:

Closed

Head on over to Lasyone's for their famous meat pies! It's a authentic soulful Creole Cuisine experience.

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So many authentic soul food options! 😍

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Lasyone's Meat Pie Restaurant

4.5 (904 Google reviews)

622 2nd St
Natchitoches, LA

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Monday:

7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Tuesday:

7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Wednesday:

7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Thursday:

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Friday:

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Saturday:

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday:

Closed

Lasyone's has a variety of authentic creole cuisine to choose from. View the menu above!

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But the meat pies are world-renowned! 🤤

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Lasyone's Meat Pie Restaurant

4.5 (904 Google reviews)

622 2nd St
Natchitoches, LA

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Monday:

7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Tuesday:

7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Wednesday:

7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Thursday:

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Friday:

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Saturday:

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday:

Closed

A meat pie is must-have if you're visiting the town. It's a deep-fried turnover, similar to a large empanada, what some call a "hand pie". At Lasyone's, each pie is scratch made, and they make 400 to 1,000 a day.

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2. Enjoy a beautiful day on the Cane River! 🚣🏻‍♀️

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Cane River Paddle & Pedal Sports

4.6 (9 Google reviews)

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Natchitoches, LA

Open daily except Mondaysee hourshide hours

Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

12:00 – 8:00 PM

Wednesday:

12:00 – 8:00 PM

Thursday:

12:00 – 8:00 PM

Friday:

12:00 – 8:00 PM

Saturday:

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Sunday:

1:00 – 5:00 PM

Rent a kayak, hydrobike or stand up paddle board with handlebars!

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Rent your vehicle of choice & get out on the water! ☀️

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Cane River Paddle & Pedal Sports

4.6 (9 Google reviews)

Station
Natchitoches, LA

Open daily except Mondaysee hourshide hours

Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

12:00 – 8:00 PM

Wednesday:

12:00 – 8:00 PM

Thursday:

12:00 – 8:00 PM

Friday:

12:00 – 8:00 PM

Saturday:

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Sunday:

1:00 – 5:00 PM

Get out on the water and enjoy the great outdoors with Cane River Paddle & Pedal Sports! Paddle/Pedaling fun starting at $15/30.

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Take a ride on the Cane River Queen Riverboat!

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Cane River Queen

4.5 (46 Google reviews)

Riverbank
Natchitoches, LA

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Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

Closed

Wednesday:

Closed

Thursday:

2:00 – 4:00 PM

Friday:

2:00 – 6:00 PM

Saturday:

2:00 – 6:00 PM

Sunday:

2:00 – 4:00 PM

The 60 passenger, Cane River Queen offers groups and individuals the opportunity to explore Cane River Lake in the heart of historic, downtown Natchitoches, LA. Book your visit using the website below!

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3. Coffee time. ☕️ Walk over to StoryBrew Coffee Café!

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StoryBrew Coffee Cafe

4.8 (121 Google reviews)

780 Front St
Natchitoches, LA

Open dailysee hourshide hours

Monday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday:

6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Saturday:

6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Sunday:

6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Grab your caffeine kick at the storybook-themed coffee shop.

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It's a storybook-themed café with all kinds of drinks & pastries! 🐉

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StoryBrew Coffee Cafe

4.8 (121 Google reviews)

780 Front St
Natchitoches, LA

Open dailysee hourshide hours

Monday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday:

6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Saturday:

6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Sunday:

6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Literature lovers everywhere will love this coffee stop.

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Not to mention 50 cent books for sale! 📚

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StoryBrew Coffee Cafe

4.8 (121 Google reviews)

780 Front St
Natchitoches, LA

Open dailysee hourshide hours

Monday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday:

6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday:

6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Saturday:

6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Sunday:

6:30 AM – 6:30 PM

While you're sipping on your coffee, snag a book for 50 cents!

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4. Visit the Steel Magnolias House 🎬

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Steel Magnolia House LLC

4.5 (149 Google reviews)

320 Jefferson St
Natchitoches, LA

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Monday:

Open 24 hours

Tuesday:

Open 24 hours

Wednesday:

Open 24 hours

Thursday:

Open 24 hours

Friday:

Open 24 hours

Saturday:

Open 24 hours

Sunday:

Open 24 hours

Did you know you can also stay in the house? It's a bed & breakfast! You can also follow the Steel Magnolias' movie tour around town using the link below.

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5. Pit stop at French Market Express! ⛽️

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French Market Express

4.1 (185 Google reviews)

5109 University Pkwy
Natchitoches, LA

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Monday:

Open 24 hours

Tuesday:

Open 24 hours

Wednesday:

Open 24 hours

Thursday:

Open 24 hours

Friday:

Open 24 hours

Saturday:

Open 24 hours

Sunday:

Open 24 hours

This isn't your average convenience store... Drive by for a taste of authentic Louisiana food in your way in or out of Natchitoches!

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Meat pies, boudin and so much more to choose from! 🥧

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French Market Express

4.1 (185 Google reviews)

5109 University Pkwy
Natchitoches, LA

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Monday:

Open 24 hours

Tuesday:

Open 24 hours

Wednesday:

Open 24 hours

Thursday:

Open 24 hours

Friday:

Open 24 hours

Saturday:

Open 24 hours

Sunday:

Open 24 hours

Take your pick at some amazing cajun food served fresh for you to enjoy!

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Don't forget to grab a yam cake to go! 😍

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French Market Express

4.1 (185 Google reviews)

5109 University Pkwy
Natchitoches, LA

see hourshide hours

Monday:

Open 24 hours

Tuesday:

Open 24 hours

Wednesday:

Open 24 hours

Thursday:

Open 24 hours

Friday:

Open 24 hours

Saturday:

Open 24 hours

Sunday:

Open 24 hours

Finish off your meal (or start, we don't judge) with a yam cake. Natchitoches is know for these sweet treats, so don't miss out!

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Enjoy your visit to Natchitoches!

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Front Street

Natchitoches, Louisiana, United States

Take in the beautiful views, various activities, friendly locals and delicious food that Natchitoches has to offer. Enjoy your visit!

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