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12 Best and Fun Things To Do In Alexandria, Louisiana


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Alexandria, situated on the southern side of the Red River in Louisiana, is a quintessential Southern town known for its inviting, pleasant climate. With numerous historical landmarks and fascinating attractions, it is a superb choice for vacationers.

Visitors can learn about the state’s culture and history while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Alexandria also hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the year, making the city a worthwhile place to visit for its food, events, history, and natural beauty.

One of the best attractions is the Alexandria Zoological Park. Here, visitors can see a variety of animals, from big cats and bears to monkeys and otters.

Read on to discover more fun things to do in Alexandria, Louisiana, in our list below

The 12 Most Popular Things To Do In Alexandria, Louisiana

12. Arna Bontemps African-American

4.1 ★★★★☆ (7 reviews)

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Location: 1327 3rd Street Alexandria LA

Tel:  318 704 6462

Web Address:   http://arnabontemps.org/

11. St. Francis Xavier Cathedral

4.7 ★★★★★ (57 reviews)

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Location: 626 4th Street Alexandria LA

Tel:  318 445 1451

Web Address:   https://sfxcathedral.org/

10. Compton Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (228 reviews)

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Location: 4358 Wakefield Blvd #4278 Alexandria LA

9. Harold Miles Park

3.7 ★★★★☆ (17 reviews)

Location: 100 Harold Miles Park Road Alexandria LA

Tel:  318 441 6234

Web Address:   https://parksandrec.cityofalexandriala.com/content/harold-miles-park

8. Louisiana History Museum

4.4 ★★★★☆ (31 reviews)

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Location: 503 Washington Street Alexandria LA

Tel:  318 487 8556

Web Address:   http://louisianahistorymuseum.org/

7. River Oaks Square Arts Center

4.7 ★★★★★ (40 reviews)

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Location: 1330 2nd Street Alexandria LA

Tel:  318 473 2670

Web Address:   http://riveroaksartscenter.com/

6. Lake Buhlow

4.6 ★★★★★ (76 reviews)

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5. Forts Randolph & Buhlow State Historic Site

4.6 ★★★★★ (105 reviews)

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Location: 135 Riverfront Street Pineville LA

Tel:  318 484 2390

Web Address:   https://lastateparks.com/historic-sites/forts-randolph-buhlow-state-historic-site

4. Alexandria Museum of Art

4.6 ★★★★★ (153 reviews)

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Location: 933 2nd Street Alexandria LA

Tel:  318 443 3458

Web Address:   https://themuseum.org/

3. T.R.E.E. House

4.4 ★★★★☆ (155 reviews)

Location: 1403 3rd Street Alexandria LA

Tel:  318 619 9394

Web Address:   https://facebook.com/TREEHouseChildrensMuseum/

2. Kent Plantation House

4.6 ★★★★★ (208 reviews)

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Location: 3601 Bayou Rapides Road Alexandria LA

Tel:  318 487 5998

Web Address:   http://kenthouse.org/

1. Alexandria Zoological Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,651 reviews)

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Location: 3016 Masonic Dr Alexandria LA

Tel:  318 441 6810

Web Address:   https://thealexandriazoo.com/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Alexandria, Louisiana! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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