Louisiana has many areas of interest from a historical aspect to the modern day. If you have never had the pleasure of seeking out places to visit in Louisiana, you will want to see some of the local landscape – in particular – swamps. Since this area is known for the many swamps and creatures that live here, you can take the Cajun Critters Swamp Tour and ride aboard the Swamp Queen with a guide that knows the area. The boat is completely Coast Guard approved so there are no worries. The tour begins in the back waters of the area in Louisiana once home to only the critters, Indians and pirates who roamed the land. Discovering the beauty of the area – the numerous wildlife, the bayous and water lilies and the Spanish moss draped cypress trees – will be one trip you will always remember.

Take a trip to Vacherie and tour one of the most historic places to visit in Louisiana. The Laura Plantation is a Creole sugarcane farm that is chronicled through the Memories of the Old Plantation Home by Laura Locoul Gore. Starting with the home, Maison Principale, constructed in 1805, the tour will take you on to the grounds of the plantation where 12 buildings are located. The buildings are now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A visit to a slave cabin concludes the tour. It is said one of these cabins is where the legend of Br’er Rabbit was documented.

Take a voodoo cemetery tour when finding places to visit in Louisiana. The Saint Louis Cemetery is the home of Marie Laveau. Have you heard the legend of the voodoo queen? When touring you can find a guide if you choose. There are many that are quite knowledgeable about the history of the area. There are other cemetery and voodoo tours in New Orleans as well. Avery Island is one of the interesting places to visit in Louisiana. The island is actually a huge salt dome. Located in Iberia Parish, Louisiana, the island has a small number of people who live there. In addition to the odd make-up of the island, it is also the home of Tabasco Sauce and has been since the late 1800s when Edmund McIlhenny received a patent for his sauce.

While some travelers may assume the most romantic part of Louisiana was found in the city of New Orleans, there are actually many areas within this state that offer romance and seclusion, as well as luxury and more. Spots located on the Bayou, in Cajun country and other spots throughout the area make perfect places to stay and enjoy all that is the South. There are many romantic destinations in Louisiana that are available in all different atmospheres, from small towns to cities, and you can be sure that if you are in the mood for love, this state will deliver.

One spot that is considered especially romantic in Louisiana is the Maison d’Memoire in Rayne, Louisiana. These separate guest house styled accommodations are all designed to give you the romantic and secluded stay that you are looking for. The town of Rayne is known as being in the heart of Cajun country, but it also has another nickname – “The Frog Capital of the World” (if you’re not a frog fan, this might not be the spot for you!). The Maison d’Memoire offers seven different cottages for your stay, and as an added touch, your full breakfast is delivered to the door of your cottage each morning! You really won’t need to leave the romantic confines of your room if you do not want to.

The Country Garden Cottage, built in the 1850′s, is a perfect place for you to spend a night or two alone together. Miles of Battenburg lace, along with a Jacuzzi and a kitchen for your nourishment needs make this Maison d’Memoire cottage a good spot for two. The other cottages are similarly named and themed, but each has its own distinct style. Former guests rave about the service of the innkeepers, and the many activities situated around the inn’s area mean that you will be sure to have plenty to do for the small amounts of time that you are not in your room.

Romantic destinations in Louisiana have always been popular, and with the restoration of the state after the hurricane devastation, going to Louisiana for your next trip is a better idea than ever. The romance of this French inspired state is sure to make your trip a perfect choice.