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

218 Yokely Road (before Baldwin bridge), Franklin, LA 70538
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.
720 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-278-7497

Flea market/antiques/collectibles

Hours: Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
906-1/2 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538

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

1725 Willow St, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-828-0061

PLEASE USE CAUTION AND CALL AHEAD REGARDING ACCESSIBLITY OF TRAILS.

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716 Main St., Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 578-1828

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.
1008 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 985-992-6560

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

906 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-241-6640

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

Hours: Tues-Sun, 10am-6pm
700 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
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
701 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
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
East Main Street, downtown and surrounding area, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-838-3631

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

Caffery Park, 1400 - 1410 Barrow Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-3631

Admission: Free

Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
617 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-471-1099

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
407 Sterling Road, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-2092

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

Hours: Monday - Sunday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
608 Main St, Franklin, LA 70538
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
309 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-0470

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

Celebrate 50 years of the iconic movie, Easy Rider© (1969) that starred Dennis Hopper, Peter...

605 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (985) 992-0724

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

Hours: Hours flexible
906 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
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.
1712 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-4533

Walk-in humidor with 300-plus premium cigars, fine wine selection, humidors, tobacco products...

Hours: Monday - Saturday, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
1726 West Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-9655

Embroidery, silk screening, gift shop and clothing boutique. All major credit cards. Handicap...

Hours: Mon - Fri 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sat 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
501 Main St, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-578-7114

Completed in 1940, the Teche Theatre was the most luxurious theatre in South Louisiana

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606 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-2700

Jewlery, gifts and souvenirs.

Hours: Monday - Saturday, 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
157 Belleview Lane, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: (337) 828-2572

Public 9 hole course. $20 green fee. Snack bar in clubhouse. Rental space for events.

Hours: Tues-Sun 8am to dark
608 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 337-471-7149

The French Door is a place to shop, create and escape. Local art, vintage finds, furniture...

Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 am to 5 pm, Saturday, 10 am to 2 pm
808 First St, Franklin, LA 70538
Phone: 504-239-9746

Of wooden peg construction, this cypress dwelling was built about 1827 and is said to be the...

Hours: Varies, depending on event