5 Places To Visit In West Monroe, Louisiana

Louisiana is a state enriched with historical events  and Southern charm, and the city of  West Monroe offers a wide range of fun attractions and activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy. The Comfort Suites is centrally located in the heart of Northeast Louisiana, just a few minutes away from some of the best attractions in North Louisiana. One person can enjoy a variety of exciting indoor and outdoor activities, family attractions, shopping, fishing, hunting, live entertainment, delicious regional cuisine and other attractions just a short drive from our quiet and comfortable, all-suites hotel.

In this article we are going to present 5 Places to visit though West Monroe will offer more than that for no doubt.

1. Chennault Aviation Military Museum.The Chennault Aviation Military Museum was created in 1986 to preserve military history and honor the service of our military men and women. The museum features a wide range of artifacts, memorabilia vintage aircraft and military vehicles, and gift shop. Free admission. www. chennaultmuseum.org/web/.
2.  Downtown Cultural Arts District.Located downtown Monroe along and near the beautiful Ouachita River.    This area offers a host of great restaurants and art galleries.  The Downtown Arts Council hosts an Art Crawl on the First Thursday of every other month beginning in February each year.  www.alldowntownmonroe.com/artwalk.com

    

3. Poverty Point State Historic Site.This interesting park is home to ancient earthworks that were created between 1650 and 700 B.C. by indigenous peoples, who carried dirt in baskets to create a 400-acre monument that is still here to inspire visitors thousands of years later. The park also features a museum, guided tours and a variety of special events. www.nps.gov/popo.

   

4. Biedenharn Gardens and Museum.This botanical garden was built in 1913 as a private home for Joseph Augustus Biedenharn, the first bottler of Coca-Cola. The park features fabulous gardens, a historic home, a Bible and Coca Cola Bottling museum, and views of the Ouachita River. www.bmuseum.org.
5. Pecanland Mall.Located on the site of a former pecan grove, Pecanland Mall is home to almost 100 shops, a 10-screen movie theater, and several different restaurants. Pecan Land Commons, located adjacent to the mall is also home to several large retailers, including Dillards, Sears, Target, Burlington Coat Factory, Bed-Bath-Beyond, Belk, and JC Penney. www.pecanlandmall.com

So, put your backpack in your shoulder and come to visit West Monroe and experience the Southern hospitality.