New Iberia is the parish seat of Iberia Parish and sits on the banks of Bayou Teche. Iberia Parish's culture is a mixture of French, Spanish, and Acadian influences which results in a blend of Old World heritages. Iberia Parish is noted for its delectable French-Creole cuisine, particularly its seafood. You'll be rewarded with history and culture, and cuisine unlike anything you've ever experienced or tasted. Best Western New Iberia Louisiana.
Things to do in New Iberia
Airboat Tours
Take a 1 hour tour through the shallow water swamps, bayous, sloughs and coves of Iberia Parish with Airboat Tours, Inc. During the hour-long tour you'll experience the beauty of vegetation and wildlife in seasonal changes. French spoken. Best Western New Iberia lodging is nearby. Call 337-229-4457 for more information.
Antique Roseville
Visit this 1830 restored antebellum home. Restaurant, Tea Room & Garden Center on beautifully landscaped grounds. Once used for overseers of the Weeks family who were the builders of the Shadows. Hours vary so please call. Located at 2007 Freyou Road Call 337-367-3000 for more information.
Cajun Fun Fest
A true taste of Cajun Fun can be enjoyed here. Food, music, rides, crafts and games for everyone. An ABA "Top 100" Event. Held in May. Located at 1301 De LaSalle Drive. Call 337-364-1253 for more information.
Conrad Rice Mill / Konriko Company Store
The oldest rice mill in America is located next door to the Konriko Company Store. Tour the mill and browse through Cajun crafts, food and folklore when you are done. Admission is charged. Open Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm. Call 337 367-6163 for more information.
Cypremort Point State Parks
Cabins, Beach, sailboat launch, fishing, picnic pavilions and bathhouses. Located at 306 Beach Lane, in Cypremort Pointe, LA. Call 337-867-4510 for more information.
Ja Ja's Old Mirror Room Antiques
Unique shop for antiques and collectables. Located at 111 Iberia Street. Call 337-367-2141 for more information.
Jungle Gardens
Experience birdwatching and garden strolls on 200-acre paradise called Jungle Gardens. See alligators, deer, nutria and other Louisiana wildlife as you explore the gardens. Call 337-365-1540 for more information.
Justin Antebellum House
This antebellum home was built in 1822. The house has a Victorian facade and is known for its fine collection of antebellum furniture, Louisiana antiques and primitive pieces. Located on Rt 86. Four-miles from New Iberia. Call 318-364-0973 for more information.
Lake Fausse Pointe State Park
50 campsites, 18 lakeside cabins, camp store, boat launch, large pavilion, nature trails, conference center, boat & canoe rental. Located at 5400 Levee Road in New Iberia, LA. Call 337-229-4764 for more information.
Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival & Fair
This is the festival where good friends and acquaintances meet and strangers become "Cajuns." Please call for dates in September. Call 337-369-9323 for more information.
New Iberia Main Street Program
Visit historic Main Street and you will find downtown commercial and residential in the historical districts. Shopping, art, restaurants, live music, antiques and a friendly atmosphere. Call 337-369-2330 for more information.
Rip Van Winkle Gardens on Jefferson Island
Enjoy the seasonal changes in this 25-acre garden. Also featured are the historic 1870 Joseph Jefferson Home, Café Jefferson and Gift Shop. It is the site of the 1980 Lake Peigneur Catastrophe. Open daily from 9am-5pm. Located at 5505 Rip Van Winkle Road. Call 337-359-8525 for more information.
Shadows on the Teche
Located at 317 E. Main Street. This is the only National Trust Historic House Museum & Garden in Louisiana. It has been authentically restored and interpreted to an 1834 historic site. Admission is charged and tours are available daily from 9am -4:30pm. Call 337-365-5213 for more information.
Spanish Lake
Open year round to the public for fishing and birding. Located at 117 Spanish Lake Road in New Iberia, LA 70560 Call 337-364-0103 for more information.
Squirrel Run Golf & Racquet Club
Semi-Private club. Memberships available. Located at 500 Darby Lane in New Iberia, LA Call 337-367-0863 for more information.
Sugar Oaks Golf & Country Club
All members of any golf course may play on this course. 18 holes. Located at 4002 Sugar Oaks Road in New Iberia, LA Call 337-364-7611 for more information.
The Olivier Plantation Store
The Olivier Plantation Store is one of the only sugar plantation stores on the National Historic Places. The store holds most of the original fixtures. There is a fascinating variety of period merchandise for sale. Located at 6703 Weeks Island Road. Call 337-369-7696 for more information.
The Rosary House
View beautiful hand-crafted sterling rosaries, statures, Bibles, books, imported artwork and gifts and holy cards. This is family owned and was established in 1946. Open Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm; Saturday 8am - 4pm. Located at 699 St. Peter Street Call 337-369-3046 for more information.
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