What to do In Lake Charles, LA
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Places To Go In Lake Charles
Welcome, traveler, to Lake Charles. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Lake Charles
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Lake Charles. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Lake Charles? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Lake Charles attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Popular places to visit

Golden Nugget
Why not try your luck with a visit to Golden Nugget during your time in Lake Charles? Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Lauberge Casino Lake Charles
Why not try your luck with a visit to Lauberge Casino Lake Charles during your time in Lake Charles? Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
L'Auberge du Lac Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to L'Auberge du Lac Casino during your time in Lake Charles? Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
The Country Club at Golden Nugget
Enjoy a round of golf in Lake Charles at The Country Club at Golden Nugget. Make time to visit the area's casinos, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Prien Lake Mall
During your trip to Lake Charles, you can do some window-shopping at Prien Lake Mall. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the casinos in the area.
Lafleur Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Lafleur Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Lake Charles. Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.