3 days in Natchitoches Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 16th (Fri): see the interesting displays at Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum, contemplate the long history of Kaffie-Frederick General Mercantile Store, and then make a trip to American Cemetery. On your second day here, steep yourself in history at Fort St. Jean Baptiste, then contemplate the long history of Melrose Plantation, then look for gifts at Natchitoches Pecans, and finally take in the pleasant sights at Cane River National Heritage Trail.

For ratings, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Natchitoches tour itinerary planner.

Houston to Natchitoches is an approximately 4-hour car ride. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Houston in September since evenings lows in Natchitoches dip to 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Sun) to allow time for travel to Natchitoches.

On the 18th (Sun), contemplate the long history of Historic District Shopping and then steep yourself in history at Fort St. Jean Baptiste.

For where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Natchitoches day trip planner.

Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) early enough to go by car back home.