- The list below includes 32 free or cheap things to do in or near Opelousas, Louisiana, including 40 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Specialty Museums and Historic Districts.
- From Le Vieux Village de Poste des Opelousas to Louisiana Orphan Train Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Opelousas and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lafayette, Breaux Bridge, Eunice and Scott.
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Locals and tourists both enjoy spending an afternoon in the Acadian Memorial and Museum. The museum spotlights the Acadian's who found refuge in Louisiana and allows those of Acadian background to track their ancestors.
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Speaking on the story of the arrival of African Americans into Southwest Louisiana is The African American Museum. The museum features a collection of exhibits that support the main attraction, a twenty six foot mural by a renowned artist in the area.
32.4 Miles
The Church of St Martin de Tours is a 19th century Acadian church which operates as a multi-purpose venue playing host to a variety of events such as weddings, receptions and more.
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Named for the early Spanish colonial settlers who lived around it, Spanish Lake is a local birdwatching destination being home to a variety of wildlife including rare bird and reptile species.
38.5 Miles
New Iberia's Acadian Park is a baseball stadium that serves as the home ballpark for a number of high school and recreational teams, including the New Iberia Rebels, Pelicans, Cardinals, and Indians.
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5505 Rip Van Winkle Road, New Iberia, LA 70560
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The Rip Van Winkle Gardens is a 25 acres garden which surrounds the 1870 built Joseph Jefferson house. The several cottages from the premises can be rented, while the gardens themselves can host wpecial events, such as weddings.
39.6 Miles
Marksville's Kids Quest is a supervised indoor play space with a wide variety of activities available to kids. Entertainment options include karaoke, arts and crafts, themed play spaces, and a variety of games.
39.8 Miles
Enjoy interactive displays about the food, music, and overall culture of the area at the Bayou Teche Museum. Take a trip down the salt mine, watch informative videos, and learn about the Antebellum history among many other activities.
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Shadows on the Teche is a recently restored Georgian manor house which dates back to 19th century and houses a variety of period memorabilia and furnishings to depict the southern plantation lifestyle during the period.
39.9 Miles
Open to skaters of all ages and skill levels, Bayou Wheels Skatepark has ramps, benches, and rails for visitors to skate on. In addition to the cement skate area, there is a dirt area for BMX biking.