Louisiana became part of the United States in 1803 when government officials purchased 828,000 square miles of land west of the Mississippi River for $15 million. Initially, the state capitol was in New Orleans, but it moved to Baton Rouge in 1849 as state officials feared that people living in New Orleans, the state's largest city, would become too powerful.
You will want to visit the Cane River Creole National Historical Park in Natchitoches. As you learn about the Oakland and Magnolia Plantations, remember that the term Creole refers to anyone who can trace their family's history in the region back to the time before the Louisiana Purchase. You will want to dine at top Creole restaurants, like New Orlean's Commander's Palace, Lafayette's Johnson's Boucaniere, and Baton Rouge's Louisiana Lagniappe.
While many of the 4.7 million people living in Louisiana can trace their roots back to the French colonists who first settled near New Orleans, others trace their family's roots back to the arrival of people exiled from Canada during the Seven Years' War from 1756 to 1763. These settlers brought their cooking style with them, and you will want to sample the best of it by dining at Galliano's Rose's Café, Thibodaux's Fremin's Restaurant, and Shreveport's Marilynn's Place.
Lafayette – This city was founded in 1821 as Vermilionville and renamed Lafayette in 1884. Learn more about the first Cajun settlers by visiting the historical LARC's Acadian Village. Art lovers will want to explore the American, European and Asian galleries at the Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum.
20+ Restaurants
20+ Gas Stations
2 nearby state parks
5 campgrounds
3 RV dump stations
Lake Charles - You will want to explore the Cypress Swamp, and the Calcasieu River is an ideal spot for fishing. Understand more about local animals and plants by hiking along the Creole Nature Trail. Head to one of the casinos to test Lady Luck.
20+ Restaurants
20+ Gas stations
2 Nearby state parks
20+ campgrounds
5 RV dump stations
Bossier City - Shreveport's twin city, Bossier City, has about 69.000 people. It is home to Barksdale Air Force Base. You can find many things to do in this city, including watching horseraces at Louisiana Downs, hiking at Red River National Wildlife Refuge, and visiting the Mardi Gras Museum.
20+ Restaurants
20+ Gas Stations
7 Campgrounds
5 RV dump station
Mardi Gras – Almost every Louisiana community hosts a Mardi Gras celebration, but the biggest is in New Orleans. This event in February or March celebrates the last eating of fatty foods before Lent begins.
Baton Rouge Blues Festival – Head to downtown Baton Rouge to listen to blues bands and enjoy family entertainment during this late-April weekend festival.
Bossier Night Market – See products from over 200 vendors at the Pierre Bossier Mall on select nights in February, May, September and December.
On average expect to pay $169 per night in Louisiana.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Louisiana?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Louisiana from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Louisiana?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
Do you need a special license to drive an RV in Louisiana?No. You don’t need a special license or CDL to drive an RV in Louisiana.