Activities

The Cajun Coast is a sampler of everything Louisiana offers; in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere that’s the heart of Cajun hospitality. Drive into the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area along the Bayou Teche Scenic Byway. Explore the exotic beauty of the Atchafalaya, the largest overflow swamp in the US and home to a plethora of wildlife on a swamp tour. Go fishing or canoeing in one of our numerous waterways. Hike, bird watch or photograph nature. Check out our recreational offerings and then get back to nature!

No matter what your interests, you'll find plenty to do and see on the Cajun Coast. Here are our recommendations for activities and sightseeing you're sure to enjoy.

Franklin

Bargain Barn

218 Yokely Road (before Baldwin bridge), Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: 337-278-7497

Buy, Sell and Trade...deal with everything from antiques to sewing/embroidery to woodwork to...

Hours: 9 to 4, Monday to Friday (weather permitting) Open most Saturdays.

Bargain Barn Too

720 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: 337-278-7497

Flea market/antiques/collectibles

Hours: Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Bayou Teche Kayak Tour

906-1/2 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Joing TOURS BY STEVEN on a Bayou Teche Kayak Tour adventure! The guided, 1-mile round trip...

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Bayou Teche National Wildlife Refuge Boardwalk

1725 Willow St, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: 337-828-0061

PLEASE USE CAUTION AND CALL AHEAD REGARDING ACCESSIBLITY OF TRAILS.

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Chic & Shabby Collections, LLC

716 Main St., Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: (337) 578-1828

Email: bettyveeder@yahoo.com

Wedding & baby gifts, jewelry, religious items, antiques, car audio, photography, chalk...

Hours: Tues. – Fri., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Ebony Xpress

1008 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: 985-992-6560

We are a small town clothing store located in Franklin Louisiana!

FIFOLET Candle Makers

906 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: 337-241-6640

Email: info@fifoletcandles.com

FIFOLET Candle Makers is located in Franklin, Louisiana, inside one of the oldest structures in...

Hours: Tues-Sun, 10am-6pm

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Fountain of Youth Dupuis Holdings LLC

700 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: (337) 828-1445

Health food store.

Hours: Monday, 10 am to 3 pm, Tuesday- Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm; Saturday, 9 am to 3 pm

Four Seasons

701 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: (337) 828-4925

Furniture, accessories and appliances

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am to 12 pm

Franklin Historic District

East Main Street, downtown and surrounding area, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: 337-838-3631

Email: info@franklin-la.com

The Franklin Historic District boasts more than 420 noteworthy structures. Stunning antebellum...

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Franklin Skate Park

Caffery Park, 1400 - 1410 Barrow Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: (337) 828-3631

Email: info@franklin-la.com

Admission: Free

Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

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Gather on Main Vintage Market & Studio

617 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: 337-471-1099

Email: suzanne@gatheronmain.com

Antiques, Original Louisiana Art, Seasonal Decor, Children's Items. Cypresss wood items,...

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 10 am - 6 pm; Sat. 10 am - 3 pm; Sunday Closed

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Grevemberg House Museum

407 Sterling Road, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: (337) 828-2092

Email: info@grevemberghouse.com

On the National Register of Historic Places, this 1851 Greek Revival style townhouse is...

Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

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Hope Floats Boutique

608 Main St, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: 337-828-1138

A division of Arc of St. Mary/Center of Hope

Hours: Mon 9 am to 2 pm; Tues-Thurs 9 am to 4 pm; Fri 9 am to 1 pm

Meme's Flower Shop

309 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: (337) 828-0470

Email: franklinflowers@glacoxmail.com

Fresh and artificial flowers, plants, stuffed animals, balloons and tuxedo rentals

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday, 8 am to 12 noon

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Motorcycle Trails

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Celebrate 50 years of the iconic movie, Easy

Rider© (1969) that starred Dennis Hopper, Peter...

Nelvin's Creations

605 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: (985) 992-0724

Email: nelvinscreations@yahoo.com

Funeral Sprays, Holiday Wreaths, Flowers/Decorations for weddings, showers, parties, banquets,...

Hours: Hours flexible

Shadowlawn

906 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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Phone: (337) 828-2092

This striking Greek temple was built chiefly of northern pine circa 1850 by Siemeon Smith. The...

Hours: By appointment. Admission: $12 adults; $10 Senior Citizens & Students 13-18; $10 Children 12 & under; Groups of 10 or more: $10 per person. Handicap accessible.