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Geismar

Along the road between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, Geismar awaits.

Things to Do

Attend the annual spring Jambalaya Festival in nearby Gonzales and visit the nearby Jambalaya Park. If you love to shop, explore the sprawling Tanger Factory Outlet Mall or Cabela’s, which is part museum, part retail store for campers, fishermen and hunters.

Places to Stay

While there are plenty of commercial places to stay, nearby bed-and-breakfasts offer a quaint, Southern feel. Consider Inn on the RiverHoumas House or The Stockade

Food

Geismar brings Louisiana’s delicious seafood to life. Grab a plate of crispy catfish at Don’s SeafoodMike Anderson’s or Philay’s Catfish n’ More. Love local libations? Fill your cup at Sugarfield Spirits or Gilla Brewing Company

Getting There

It's easy to navigate Geismar — especially since the city is less than an hour from New Orleans. If you're flying into town, rent a car, hail a taxi or book a rideshare from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport