Local Area Guide
Discover Patterson & South Louisiana
Hotels, restaurants, attractions, and everything you need to know
Distances to Major Cities
Where to Stay
Comfortable accommodations for every budget
Hotels
Best Western Forest Motel Franklin
Renovated 2006 • bestwesternforestinn.com
(337) 828-1810
The Forest Restaurant on-site
Clarion Hotel Morgan City
520 Roderick St, Morgan City, LA 70380
(985) 385-2200 • Fax: (985) 384-3810
Full service hotel with restaurant
Comfort Inn Franklin
1819 Main St, Franklin, LA 70538 • New 2007
(337) 828-1134 • Fax: (337) 828-3623
Modern amenities
Comfort Inn Morgan City
610 Martin Luther King Blvd, Morgan City, LA 70380
(985) 300-0032 • Fax: (985) 300-0037
Special Perry Flying Center Rate Available
Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel Franklin
New 2013 • cypressbayou.com
1-800-924-0032
Gaming, dining, entertainment
Hampton Inn & Suites Morgan City
New 2010
(985) 221-4421
Free hot breakfast, fitness center, pool
Holiday Inn Express Morgan City
New 2013 • Special PFC Rate
(985) 300-5300 • Fax: (985) 221-5177
Special Perry Flying Center Rate Available
LaQuinta Inn Morgan City
New 2008
(985) 300-0201
Pet-friendly, breakfast included
Deluxe Inn & Suites Morgan City
Morgan City, LA 70380
Comfortable accommodations
Suburban Studios Berwick
Extended stay accommodations
(985) 992-3031
Comfortable extended stay option
Restaurants & Dining
Local favorites serving Louisiana's best cuisine
Atchafalaya Café
Morgan City • (985) 384-2707
Bayou Lagniappe
Berwick • (985) 384-2245
Café Jo-Jo's
Morgan City • (985) 384-9291
China King
Morgan City • (985) 385-1388
Don Jose's
Morgan City • (985) 255-4114
Authentic Mexican cuisine
East Gate BBQ
Morgan City • (985) 384-7675
The Galley
Morgan City • (985) 354-6439
Paco's Sandwich Shop
832 Marguerite St, Morgan City, LA 70380
(985) 354-6166
Morgan's at Clarion Hotel
Morgan City • (985) 385-2200
Rita Mae's Creole Kitchen
Morgan City • (985) 384-3550
Si-Señor Mexican
Bayou Vista • (985) 412-6780
Must-Try Local Specialties
- • Fresh Gulf Seafood
- • Authentic Gumbo
- • Crawfish Étouffee
- • Fried Catfish
- • Jambalaya
- • Beignets & Coffee
Local Attractions
Discover the culture, history, and natural beauty of South Louisiana
Nature & Outdoors
Atchafalaya Basin
America's largest river swamp
• Swamp tours • Wildlife viewing • Fishing
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park
Cabins, camping, and nature trails
• 20 miles • Hiking • Canoeing
Cypremort Point State Park
Beach access on Vermilion Bay
• 25 miles • Swimming • Beach walking
Gulf of Mexico Beaches
Grand Isle and surrounding areas
• 45 miles • Fishing • Beach recreation
Wedell-Williams Memorial Aviation Museum
118 Cotton Road, Patterson
• (985) 399-1268 • Aviation history
Culture & History
Historic New Orleans
French Quarter, Garden District
• 50 miles • Jazz • Architecture • Cuisine
Louisiana Shrimp & Seafood Festival
Morgan City (Annual Labor Day)
• Food • Music • Local culture
Houma-Terrebonne Cultural Center
Local history and art exhibits
• 25 miles • Museums • Art galleries
Plantation Tours
Antebellum mansions along River Road
• Various distances • History tours
Brownell Memorial Park & Carillon Tower
Morgan City • (985) 384-2283
• Historic landmark
Entertainment
Cajun Music & Dance Halls
Authentic Louisiana music venues
• Live music • Dancing • Local culture
Golf Courses
Several courses within 30 miles
• Public • Semi-private • Resort courses
Shopping
Local crafts, antiques, and seafood markets
• Unique Louisiana products
Getting Around
Transportation options for visitors
Courtesy Car
Available at Perry Flying Center for local transportation during your stay
Car Rental
Auto Rental, Etc.: (985) 255-7777
Will deliver to Perry Flying Center
Other rental companies available in area
Taxi Service
City Cab: (985) 384-6001
Note: We recommend calling us for transportation
We can help arrange reliable transportation
Driving Directions
Easy access via US-90 and LA-182 - detailed directions available
Weather & Best Times to Visit
Plan your visit for the perfect Louisiana experience
Spring
March - May
Perfect for outdoor activities
Summer
June - August
Hot & humid, afternoon storms
Fall
September - November
Ideal weather conditions
Winter
December - February
Mild winters, perfect for flying
Best Times to Visit: October - April for perfect weather, May - September for peak fishing
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