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Minden

With its distinctive red-bricked Main Street lined with shops, banks and churches, old-time charm pervades downtown Minden. 

Things to Do

Love being on the water? Rent a kayak from Dorcheat Bayou Rentals and paddle down a portion of Bayou Dorcheat. The city’s old-world charm makes for perfect antiquing at places like  Heavenly TreasuresKim’s Attic and Possibilities Antiques and Collectibles.

Places to Stay

To make the most of your stay, consider The Villas at Spanish Court,  the Fuller House Upper Room or the Baird-Sanders House.

Food

Try world-class crawfish at Seafood Empire LLC, or grab a sandwich at Geaux Fresh. Need a pick-me-up? Grab a cup of joe at Brickstreet Coffee.

Getting There

It's easy to navigate Minden — especially since the city is just over an hour from Monroe. If you're flying into town, rent a car, hail a taxi or book a rideshare from the Monroe Regional Airport.

Minden Tourism Resources