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!
Applications Now Open for the 2026–2027 Abbeville Mayor’s Youth Council
Notice of Delinquent Property Tax
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 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.
Please be aware and use an alternate route at this time.
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The City Electrical Department has confirmed that all known power outages have been restored at this time.
We would like to thank our electrical crews for their hard work and dedication throughout today's weather-related outages, as well as our residents for their patience and understanding.
If you are still experiencing a power outage, please contact City Hall at 337-893-8550 so crews can investigate.
Thank you for your cooperation, and have a safe evening.
𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝟑:𝟏𝟎𝐩𝐦 Please be advised, areas that experienced outages earlier today, between lunchtime and early afternoon, may encounter brief outages again as crews continue resolving power issues. These additional outages should be short in duration, and they are part of fully restoring the system. We appreciate your patience while we work to bring everything back to normal!
𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝟐:𝟐𝟓𝐩𝐦 All services should be restored at this time. If you still without power please contact City Hall at 337-893-8550.
𝟏:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦 Please be advised that City crews are currently responding to multiple weather-related power outages.
Power has been restored to most customers in the central and western portions of the city. City electrical crews will continue working to restore service to the remaining outages on the east side.
If you are currently at home without power and have not received an update, please contact City Hall at 337-893-8550.
We will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes available.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. We appreciate your cooperation during this time.
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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/
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