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!
We are excited to announce the 𝑭𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕-𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝑴𝒂𝒚𝒐𝒓’𝒔 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒍 is now open to all Vermilion Parish Students!
The Parish & City Alert System is Your Direct Line to Emergency Updates
𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞
Revitalization Grants for Commercial Buildings in the Abbeville Main Street District
The Abbeville Main Street Program is excited to share that our partnership with the Louisiana Main Street Program has opened
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
𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞
𝐀 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞, 𝟗/𝟏𝟎/𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒
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.
📢 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 📢
Don't forget about the City Council meeting TONIGHT at 5:30 PM! Be sure to check the attached agenda for details of tonight's meetings and see what important topics will be discussed.
cityofabbeville.net/city-meetings/
Remember, City Council meetings are always held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month unless the Tuesday falls on a holiday. You can always watch the meeting on the city's YouTube channel so you never miss important information.
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🚧 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🚧
As part of our ongoing commitment to making Downtown Abbeville more accessible for everyone, we've made some exciting updates!
You may have noticed the newly added ADA-compliant crosswalks, and now we’ve expanded parking options for those with limited mobility.
𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗽 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮:
🔹 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚: Additional spaces have been added in front of the Courthouse to make access easier.
🔹 𝐒𝐭. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭: We've added 9 new spaces to help with Courthouse parking.
🔹 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞: There’s a new space added right next to the bank.
🔹 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐞:
On the East side along Jefferson: 𝟑 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐝
On the West end along Washington: 𝟑 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐢𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞.
🔹 𝐍𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐢𝐚𝐳𝐳𝐚’𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲: 2 added spaces along Washington Street.
🔹 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭: Two new spaces—one next to Blacks and one next to @Perfectly You Fitness.
🔹 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐨𝐭: Even a new handicap space there!
These updates are part of our mission to make Downtown Abbeville more accessible and welcoming to everyone, so all can enjoy our beautiful area, festivals, and celebrations!
Please note that the Downtown Project isn’t 100% complete yet—signage will be going up soon to help everyone navigate these changes. Thank you for your patience and support as we work to make our downtown more inclusive!
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Appreciate the additional handicap parking spaces for handicapped folks. Would it be possible to do an overhead visual of the area to show exactly where these handicap parking spaces are for those who are not familiar with where named streets are located?
Funny, because when I had mentioned in the very beginning of this new street design that -- if the goal was to have more accessibility for handicapped individuals -- all you had to do was make most parking spaces around the courthouse Handicap Parking and that would save a lot of money --- you insisted that you couldn't do that as the parking spaces around the courthouse are only managed by the courthouse staff, that the City couldn't make those changes. But today you show that YOU added Handicap Parking. See, that is why many of us don't trust City management, we are not being told the truth when we ask a question. Again, it could have been done and for much cheaper from the very beginning.
Love the additional parking for the handicap people
🚴 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 🚴♀️
We understand that there may be some questions regarding the new lane markings along North State Street and St. Charles Street. Here’s a breakdown of the changes to help you better understand:
𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝: Both roadways are now a single-lane road. In certain sections, you’ll notice a dedicated bike lane along with street parking . These bike lanes, 𝐚𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝟏 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐, provide an exclusive space for bicyclists, allowing them to ride at their preferred speed without interference from traffic. 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞: 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬.
𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐞 / 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰: 𝐈𝐧 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝟑 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟒, you’ll see a different marking known as a "Sharrow" (a blend of “share” and “arrow”). Sharrows remind motorists that bicycles are present and legally allowed to take the full lane. These markings offer a visual guide for cyclists on the ideal line to follow and serve as a reminder to motorists to share the road.
You can find Sharrows on:
𝐒𝐭. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭. 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫
𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭. 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥
❓ 𝑾𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕'𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒇𝒖𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒃𝒊𝒌𝒆? No, cyclists have the right to use roadways just like automobiles.
⚠️ 𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰? It’s against City of Abbeville ordinance to ride a bike on the sidewalk. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Sec. 12-82. - Riding on sidewalks: No person 15 or more years of age shall ride a bicycle upon any sidewalk in the city, nor will bicycles be allowed on sidewalks in the business district.
🚦 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐥𝐥-𝐖𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐬, 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭.
Change can be challenging, but it’s all about ensuring safety for everyone. The project is still in progress, and additional signage will be installed soon to help with any confusion. We appreciate your patience as we continue to make our streets safer and more accessible for all.
Stay tuned for more updates and check out the link for more details on Louisiana state law regarding bicycle laws in Louisiana: Bike Lanes & Road Sharing.
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Great job! Keep sharing updates. We appreciate it
Hey family sharing changes downtown Abbeville when you visit next. Angie Vallot Robinson Amb Nunez-McCain Lori Vallot-Baskin Hailey Vallot
Should have just left it the way it was nothing was wrong with it
