Most people
travel to
Shreveport LA to experience the unique Riverboat
gambling and high rolling lifestyle whereas others are attracted by the rich culture and Southern charm. There are others who find the food, shopping and recreational facilities irresistible.
Shreveport Travel serves up a slice of life unique to Louisiana in its sheer extravagance and Southern comfort.
A
Shreveport Travel Itinerary can be planned any time of the year. Yearly temperatures range from an average 18.9 to 20.6ºC, the humidity is oppressive at times and spring can bring hailstorms and tornadoes.
Must dos on a
Shreveport Travel Itinerary
- Casinos are the main draw in Shreveport. Neon lit and visible from miles away, the Shreveport Casinos have high-roller gaming tables and slot machines to entertain the average traveler.
- Riverboat gambling on the floating casinos with their old world glamor is a marvelous throwback to the 50's and 60's.
- Shreveport Travel agendas should include visits to the myriad Shreveport Restaurants offering spicy Cajun and Creole Cuisine, Southern Soul Food, Muffuletas and Po Boys, Gumbos and chowders. Catfish is a Louisiana specialty and should be tried with the spicy Cajun batter.
- Experiencing Shreveport's history through the Spirit of the Red River Cruise and by taking Architecture Walks down Fairfield Avenue's Mansions. The Pioneer Heritage Center recreates the lives of the first settlers.
- R W Norton Art Gallery is a great place to enjoy beautiful American Art and nature at the same time. The gallery is unique for the hundreds of azaleas that come up every year.
- The Mardi Gras fest is celebrated with as much enthusiasm and boisterous fun as in New Orleans. This is a must see feature in all Shreveport Travel itineraries in late February.
- Mudbug Madness, held in May, is celebrated on the Shreveport Riverfront with live jazz and boiled crayfish chowder.
- The Sci-Port Discovery Center is great for kids to learn science in a fun way.
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Shreveport LA Travel Routes
Shreveport LA is well connected to the rest of US through various highways like Interstate 220 and Interstate 49. Two bustling airports, the Shreveport Regional Airport and the smaller Shreveport Downtown Airport serve the city. The area is connected to neighboring states through multiple railroad connections to all major cities. There are local and nationalized car rental agencies all over Shreveport to facilitate easy rentals. Many hotels and casinos also provide luxury transportation for their clients. Bicycles can be rented out of local agencies for brief biking trips. Boats can be rented for the day from the Riverfront.
