WHERE TO STAY
Abbeville offers great accommodations for any stay, ranging from budget-friendly to lap-of-luxury, offering such accommodations as pet-friendly and handicap-accessible rooms. Many hotels and B&Bs offer free continental breakfast, 24-hour security, free WiFi, and parking is always free.
We are centrally located along the Cajun Corridor Scenic Byway making us a convenient home base when discovering all the area has to offer. As a guest in Abbeville, you are sure to feel at home with warm accommodating hosts eager to welcome you and make your stay extra special.
Book your stay in Abbeville today!
FOOD & DRINK
Cajun food isn’t just a meal, it’s about the company and lively atmosphere. In the heart of Cajun Country, you’ll find a unique experience and even more flavor. Each meal is cooked with pride and from casual to upscale, Abbeville culinary offerings will offer you a dining experience you won’t soon forget!
To see all that Abbeville has to offer, click the “See Restaurants” button below for a full listing of places to dine.
THINGS TO DO
Come taste the good life in Abbeville! Beautiful architecture framed by majestic Oak Trees and authentic Cajun Culture is just the start of what you will find. Abbeville is home to museums, local markets, historic churches, and unique shopping experiences sprinkled with delicious restaurants and oyster bars. Listen to live music at a local pub or eatery or do a Cajun Waltz under the stars in Magdalen Square. Trace local heritage through unique cultural festivals from a Giant 5000 Egg Omelette celebrating French Traditions on historic Concorde Street to the rich tastes of the local Sicilian Celebration, we celebrate everything from Cattle to Ice Cream!
Our central location on the Cajun Corridor means you can find unique experiences right on your doorstep or just a short, traffic-free day trip away. Stop by the Vermilion Parish Tourist Center in the Cultural Museum, just off Magdalen Square, to find out what’s happening and more ideas on how to vacation like a local. A visit to Abbeville is an experience you will not soon forget!
Experience Downtown Abbeville, LA from anywhere in the world through our live-streaming webcams. If you can’t join us in person to witness the charm of our festivals and events, this is the perfect way to experience them no matter where you are!
Cold Weather Information
🎇𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞’𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 🎇
Submit Your Lead Service Line Survey
𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠ns: Rachel Touchet Mouton will serve as interim for District B
The Parish & City Alert System is Your Direct Line to Emergency Updates
BUILDING ABBEVILLE’S FUTURE: ROAD CONSTRUCTION AHEAD
The City of Abbeville receives Strategic Planning Award from Delta Regional Authority
Join Our Team: Apply for Jobs in the City of Abbeville!
Mayor White Answers Questions about Complete Street Demonstration
As we wrap up the complete demonstration in downtown, it is important to respond to the complaints and questions received
Youth Curfew Goes Into Effect May 4th
VPPJ’s Debris Pickup Schedule
Abbeville's Historic Snowfall: Beauty and Resilience
An Abbeville Winter to Remember!
Abbeville recently experienced a remarkable and rare event: a historic snowfall paired with record-breaking low temperatures. This extraordinary winter weather not only transformed our charming city into a picturesque winter wonderland but also brought unique challenges to not only our community but also surrounding communities. Thanks to the proactive measures and teamwork of the city team, we were able to navigate these challenges together.
While the snowfall presented its challenges, it also gave us breathtaking views of our city blanketed in white. The Freeze Plan proved to be an invaluable tool in mitigating the impact of extreme winter weather, and it will continue to be a cornerstone of our city’s resilience strategy.
We are excited to share some of the beautiful photos captured during this historic event. These images highlight the unique beauty of Abbeville under a blanket of snow and serve as a reminder of our community’s resilience and strength. Enjoy these stunning visuals that showcase this rare and unforgettable moment in our city’s history
Here's Why Your Feedback Is So Important
- Feedback from this survey will be used to create a FINAL design.
- Roadwork is set to kick off in 2024, but not before the perfect plan in place.
- The goal is to make our streets safer for pedestrians and accessible for everyone.
- Our downtown is a place for PEOPLE first, and it's time to put our loved ones' safety and well-being at the forefront.
Stay Informed With the Parish & City Alert System
The launch of the new alert system is designed to keep you informed directly from the Vermilion Parish Police Jury and Vermilion Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness office.
📱 Get Text Alerts from the Parish: By texting the word “Vermilion” to 77295.
🔔 Get City of Abbeville Alerts: by texting the word “Abbeville” to 77295.
📲 Customize Your Alerts: By downloading the Smart911 app, or going to the website, you can choose how you receive your alerts—whether by text, phone call, or email. Tailor it to your preferred method of communication for real-time updates.
📞 No cell phone? No problem! Alerts will automatically be sent to your home phone, as 911 numbers have been input into the system.
Stay informed and stay safe! Get real-time updates directly from the source
Mayor's Message: Year 2 and a Look Ahead
Check out Mayor White’s Year 2 video, where she recaps the second year in office and shares exciting plans for Abbeville’s future. Join us as we reflect on key achievements and look ahead with valuable insights and updates from the mayor. Stay informed, stay engaged, and be a part of our community’s progress!
City of Abbeville, Louisiana - City Hall
This is the Official Page for the City of Abbeville, LA located in the heart of Cajun Country.
🚧⚠️ 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟏𝐬𝐭 ⚠️🚧
This week, you may have noticed construction crews were back working in the downtown area as they prepare for the final steps of the project. The crews will be installing permanent signage and completing final striping. The final steps of the project.
𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐮𝐩: 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠.
Please plan ahead when traveling downtown, and thank you for your patience throughout this process. We appreciate your support as we complete these improvements!
📢 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐮𝐬 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭!
#abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #downtownupdates #PlanAhead #downtownproject #thankyou
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🚨 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠! 🚨
The Abbeville Fire Department is looking for individuals who are ready to serve their community and make a difference.
Applications are now available at the main station located at 210 Vermilion.
This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated team and contribute to keeping the community safe. Don’t miss your chance to apply!
#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #AbbevilleFireDepartment #NowHiring #CommunityServiceAward
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Darrell W Davis Jr.
🥶❄️ 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞 – 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭! ❄️🥶
It was a cold start to the morning here in Abbeville. The arctic air is still expected to bring very cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills through Friday morning.
The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory in effect tonight into Friday morning – be sure to bundle up and take precautions!
✅ 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬:
✔️ 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐟 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞.
✔️ 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬, 𝐩𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬.
✔️ 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝.
Stay Informed! Sign up for Rave Alerts for the latest updates straight to your phone.
📌 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬: 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐭𝐨 𝟕𝟕𝟐𝟗𝟓
📌 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬: 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐀𝐁𝐁𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐄 𝐭𝐨 𝟕𝟕𝟐𝟗𝟓
Stay warm, stay prepared, and share this with your neighbors!
#abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #staywarmabbeville #coldweatheradvisory #bundleup
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