Lake Charles
Top Places to Visit
Bord Du Lac Park
Bord Du Lac Park, (Along the northern & eastern shores of the Lake). Visit Veterans Memorial park , Bord Du Lac Park, and a fountain that is ok to play in. ... more
Swla Convention And Visitor's Bureau
Phone: ☎ 337-436-9588
SWLA Convention and Visitor's Bureau, 1205 N. Lakeshore Drive (Off of I-10 at the downtown exit), ☎ 337-436-9588, [3]. The CVB is an attractive new building ... more
Prien Lake Park
Prien Lake Park, 3700 W. Prien Lake Rd.. Walking paths, canoe and boat launches, playground and sprayground, amphitheater, pavilions and free WiFi.
Drew Park
Drew Park, 416 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive (close to the lake). Play gyms, swings, a walking trail, picnic tables and oak trees. A community center with indoor ...
Sallier Oak
Sallier Oak, 204 West Sallier Street (behind the Imperial Calcasieu Museum), [2]. This 375 year old live oak tree marked the corner of early resident Charles ... more
North Beach
North Beach, (just east of the I-10 bridge, south of the highway). On the north shore of Lake Charles is the only naturally occurring inland white sand beach on... more
Top Places to Eat
Mary Anns's Cafe
Phone: ☎ 337-436-9115
Mary Anns's Cafe, 110 Broad Street, ☎ 337-436-9115. M-F 8-2pm, Sat 8-1pm. Lake Charles' oldest restaurant, est. 1950. Diner-style, home-cooked breakfast and ...
Pujo Street Cafe
Phone: ☎ 337-439-2054
Pujo Street Cafe, 901 Ryan Street, ☎ 337-439-2054, [18]. American, Cajun, and French bistro with a historic downtown feel. Porch seating.
Pat's Of Henderson
Phone: ☎ (337) 439-6618
Pat's of Henderson, 1500 Siebarth Drive, ☎ (337) 439-6618, [15]. Slightly more upscale Cajun food in a relaxed atmosphere. Good luncheon specials. Shamelessly ... more
Seafood Palace
Phone: ☎ 337-433-9293
Seafood Palace, 2218 Enterprise Blvd, ☎ 337-433-9293. Cajun/Creole, boiled seafood in a family friendly atmosphere.
Cancun Restaurant
Cancun Restaurant, 4001 Ryan St.. transports you to Mexico with their decor and staff. The food is full of flavor that everyone will enjoy.
Nobless Oblige Teahouse
Phone: ☎ 337-433-8095
Nobless Oblige Teahouse, 316 Iris Street, ☎ 337-433-8095. M-F 10-4:30pm and 1st & 3rd Sat of the month 9-1pm. Tea house and cafe, tea parties, lunch.
Top Shopping Places
Charleston Farmers Market
Charleston Farmers Market, 1001 Ryan Street (Behind Historic City Hall). Small farmer's market with fruits/vegetables, specialty jams, candles, artisan breads, ...
505 Imports
Phone: ☎ 337-480-6505
505 Imports, 1776 W. Prien Lake Road (Target shopping center), ☎ 337-480-6505, [13]. Exotic imported furniture, accessories and gifts from all over the world.
Prien Lake Mall
Prien Lake Mall, 496 W. Prien Lake Mall (off I-210, Lake St exit.). Regional Simon shopping center. Dillard's, Sears, JCPenny's, Kohls.
Gordon's Drugs And Fine Gifts
Gordon's Drugs and Fine Gifts, 2716 Lake Street. Full service pharmacy and unique gifts.
The Wine Store
Phone: ☎ 337-477-7017
The Wine Store, 4070 Nelson Rd, ☎ 337-477-7017. Great selection of boutique wines. Specializing in small production, hand crafted wines. Gourmet cheeses. Custom... more
Serendipity
Serendipity, 2214 Ryan Street. Brighton jewelry, Sweet Shop chocolates, boutique, home decor, bath and body.
Top Places for Nightlife
Yesterday's
Phone: ☎ 337-474-7333
Yesterday's, 5313 Common Street, ☎ 337-474-7333. Bar with live music, DJs, dancing.
Stellar Beans Coffee House
Phone: ☎ 337-564-5739
Stellar Beans Coffee House, 319 Broad St (downtown), ☎ 337-564-5739, [22]. Locally owned and operated coffee house with a hip, relaxing atmosphere with ... more
Cigar Club
Phone: ☎ 337-562-8889
Cigar Club, 1700 E. Prien Lake Road, ☎ 337-562-8889, [21]. open until 2am. Retail cigar store and elegant lounge with full bar.
Jack Daniel's Bar And Grill
Phone: ☎ 337-395-7777
Jack Daniel's Bar and Grill (L'Auberge Casio), 777 Avenue L'Auberge, ☎ 337-395-7777. Features live entertainment every Thurs-Sat night.
Pappy's
Phone: ☎ 337-436-2813
Pappy's, 2627 Ryan Street, ☎ 337-436-2813. Deli with connected pub. 30 beers on tap.
Top Activity Places
Contraband Bayou Golf Club At L'auberge Du Lac
Phone: +1 337-395-7777
Designed by world-renowned golf architect, Tom Fazio, Contraband Bayou is a spectacular backdrop for your greatest game yet. No living designer has more ... more