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!
Abbeville Fire Department – Now Hiring!
Notice of Delinquent Tax
Applications Now Open for the 2025–2026 Abbeville Mayor’s Youth Council
Ribbon Cutting Celebrates 37 Years of Community at Parker Hebert Park
City of Abbeville Receives Top Water System Grade for Third Consecutive Year
Improving Abbeville by Targeting Blighted Properties
With the Help of Our Sponsors, Abbeville Proudly Hosts the Mid-Sized Cities Mayors’ Conference
Abbeville’s 175th Celebration – Honoring Our Past, Embracing Our Future
Councilman Francis Plaisance Sworn In to Represent District B
Abbeville Fire Department Earns Improved Rating from PIAL
The Year-Long Process: Abbeville’s Master Plan Draft Release is Here!
Abbeville’s Historic Snowfall: Beauty and Resilience
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Graceland Project: Enhancing Our Community One Step at a Time
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The Parish & City Alert System is Your Direct Line to Emergency Updates
The City of Abbeville receives Strategic Planning Award from Delta Regional Authority
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City Awarded Federal Grant for Safety Planning Along Charity Street Corridor
At the June 17th Abbeville City Council meeting, the City announced it has been awarded a $160,000 planning and design grant through the 2024 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program. This funding will support efforts to improve safety along the Charity Street (LA 14) corridor.
The SS4A program, administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, provides funding for planning and implementation projects aimed at reducing roadway fatalities and serious injuries. This grant reflects the City’s ongoing commitment to making local roads safer for all users.
In late 2023, the City of Abbeville entered into a roadway transfer agreement with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LaDOTD), which included the transfer of ownership of certain state roadways to the City. As part of the agreement, LaDOTD is committed to repairing these roads prior to transferring them to the City. The first phase of the transfer included highways in the downtown area, with road work completed in October 2024.
The full agreement involves the City gradually assuming ownership of a total of 6.8 miles of former state highways, integrating them into the local roadway system over several years. As a proactive step, the City applied for the SS4A grant in early 2024 to focus on Charity Street—an area that has historically faced significant safety concerns and serves as a vital connector within the city.
Key Facts About the Charity Street Corridor:
- 7 fatalities occurred between 2017 and 2021
- The corridor has a normalized fatality rate of 12.5 per 100,000 people
- LaDOTD estimates 3.6 crashes per mile per year
- Approximately 10% of Abbeville households do not own a vehicle
- The City has no formal public transit system
These statistics, combined with extensive community input gathered during the City’s Comprehensive Master Plan process, highlight the need for a safer, more accessible transportation network. The City is utilizing this opportunity to plan and test safety concepts in preparation for future road work—with the goal of building a stronger, more connected Abbeville for all residents and ultimately striving for zero roadway deaths.
As the planning process unfolds, the City will provide regular updates and opportunities for public engagement to ensure the final plan reflects community needs.
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!
