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!
Project Update: Ramsie Baumgardner Street Lighting Upgrade Advances
City of Abbeville Quarterly Newsletter
City of Abbeville Awarded $1.1 Million Through Louisiana Transportation Alternatives Program for Sidewalk Improvements
Braille American Flag and Plaque Displayed at Abbeville City Hall
Investing in Our Streets: Road Improvements Planned Across Abbeville
Abbeville Airport Generates $62.4 Million in Annual Economic Impact
$4.5 Million Secured for Electrical Infrastructure Improvements
Ensuring Safe, Reliable Water for Years to Come, A Continued Focus on Infrastructure and Resilience
City of Abbeville Receives Community Achievement Award at LMA Conference
Abbeville Fire Department – Now Hiring!
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 Newsletter – Issue 2
The City of Abbeville Quarterly Newsletter for January through March 2026 is now available.
This issue includes updates on infrastructure and project work, public safety activity, community events, and highlights from across the City of Abbeville during the first quarter of 2026.
The City of Abbeville Quarterly Newsletter for January through March 2026 is now available.
This issue includes updates on infrastructure and project work, public safety activity, community events, and highlights from across the City of Abbeville during the first quarter of 2026.
Read the full newsletter here:
Issue 2 City of Abbeville Newsletter
See Abbeville in the Spotlight
We’re proud to be featured in LPB’s LA64 premiere episode as the travel series kicks off in Vermilion Parish, shining a spotlight on several locations right here in Abbeville. Discover the people, places, and traditions that make our community unique.
Stay Informed With the Parish & City Alert System
Your Direct Line to Emergency Updates
The alert system is designed to keep you informed directly from the Vermilion Parish Police Jury and the Vermilion Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness office, as well as the City of Abbeville.
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 3 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.
🌼🌿 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐥𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 & 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 🌿🌼
One of Abbeville’s spring traditions is almost here!
Join us on Saturday, May 30, 2026, for the annual Daylily Festival & Garden Show at Magdalen Square in Downtown Abbeville.
Residents and visitors are invited to spend the day enjoying beautiful flowers, garden displays, local vendors, educational speakers, and the charm of Downtown Abbeville.
🗓 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟑𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
⏰ 𝟖:𝟑𝟎 𝐀𝐌 – 𝟑:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌
📍 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐞
🎟 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧
Educational speaker sessions will begin at 10 AM inside the Abbeville Cultural & Historical Alliance/Vermilion Parish Tourist Center.
Hosted by Abbeville Main Street and the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce. Sponsored by the Abbeville Garden Club, City of Abbeville, and Gulf Coast Bank.
We hope to see you downtown for a blooming good time!
#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #DaylilyFestival #DowntownAbbeville
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🏛️ 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤
The Abbeville City Council will meet today. Meetings are open to the public, and residents are encouraged to attend and stay informed on what’s happening in your city.
If you are unable to attend in person, the meeting will be livestreamed on the City of Abbeville YouTube channel.
📄 View the agenda here: cityofabbeville.net/city-meetings/
#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #CityCouncilMeeting
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🗳️ 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐃𝐀𝐘 🗳️
Today is Election Day.
Polling locations across Vermilion Parish are open from 7:00 AM until 8:00 PM.
Residents are encouraged to allow themselves enough time to travel to their polling location and cast their ballot before polls close.
Need to confirm your polling location or view your sample ballot? Visit:
🔗 voterportal.sos.la.gov/
#abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #ElectionDay #GeauxVote
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