Situated about 45 miles from the center of New Orleans is Raceland, Louisiana. It is within the Lafourche Parish, on the Bayou Lafourche, with a population of just under 11,000, as of January 2011. Attractions in this area include the Bayou Terrebinne Waterlife Museum, an attraction that can be enjoyed by adults and children alike, the town of Houma, which offers many places of historical interest, Annie Miller's Swamp Tours and multiple places for shopping and dining.
The Best Western Houma Inn sits about 10 miles from Raceland, offering hotel accommodations nearby a variety of attractions. About five miles from this hotel is the Bayou Terrebinne Waterlife Museum, offering hands-on child-friendly displays. The Cajun Swamp Tour is three miles away, and a shopping mall sits just three miles away. About 15 minutes from the hotel is the Wild Wood Park, featuring an antique motorcycle museum and train rides on a small cypress train. Guests at this facility will find several restaurants within walking distance.
The Baymont Inn and Suites in Houma, Louisiana, is 10 miles from Raceland. This hotel offers accommodations that are just over a mile from the Intracoastal Waterway. Also nearby is the Annie Miller's Swamp Tour, about 10 miles from the hotel, with Wildlife Gardens about 14 miles away. Several restaurants are within walking distance of the Baymont Inn. Guests are offered a complimentary hot breakfast bar with a large assortment of items each morning.
Situated about 10 miles from Raceland, in the heart of neighboring Houma, is the Hampton Inn Houma. Located a few minutes from the hotel are the Mandalay Wildlife Refuge and the Pointe-Aux-Chenes Wildlife Management Area, places where outdoor enthusiasts may enjoy a visit. Also nearby in downtown Houma is the Art Gallery, while multiple restaurants and shops are within a short walk. The historic district of Houma is just three miles away, offering an array of landmarks. Guests may enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast each morning of their stay.
The Fairfield Inn & Suites is located in Houma, 10 miles from Raceland. About 10 minutes away is the Southland Mall, for those who enjoy exploring shops and restaurants, while the historic Southdown Plantation is less than 10 minutes away. Other nearby attractions include Annie Miller's Swamp Tour, about three miles from the Fairfield Inn. Several restaurants are within a short walk from this location. A small gift and snack shop are available on-site, while a hot breakfast buffet is included in the nightly rates.
