Allyson & Connor

June 8, 2024 • New Roads, LA

Allyson & Connor

June 8, 2024 • New Roads, LA

Zachary/Jackson, LA

Port Hudson State Historic Site

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236 US-61, Jackson, LA 70748, USA
(225) 654-3775

A scene of one of the longest sieges in U.S. military history! Guided tours available to view artillery displays and ridges positioned above Sandy and Foster creeks. Numerous overlooks and trails found throughout the park, as well as a museum to give an insight as to what was at stake in the Siege of Port Hudson during the Civil War.

Website

Copper Mill Golf Club

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2100 Coppermill Blvd, Zachary, LA 70791, USA
(225) 658-0656

Get a round of golf in! Located just 30 minutes from New Roads, and the greens have just been renovated! Book a tee time online or give them a call!

St. Francisville, LA

The Myrtles

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7747 US-61, St Francisville, LA 70775, USA
(225) 635-6277

Experience antebellum splendor in this circa 1796 National Historic Register plantation home that is renowned for its mystery, history, and intrigue! Also noted as "One of Americas Most Haunted Homes"


The Myrtles is open 7 days a week and guided tours of the downstairs 6 rooms of the main home are offered in 1-1/2 hour increments starting at 9:00 AM and ending with the last tour starting at 4:30 PM. Evening Mystery tours are also available 7 nights a week but must be booked in advance.


Restaurant 1796, a cocktail lounge/full-service restaurant, and Elta Coffee are on the property as well if you would like a place to relax and dine!

Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site

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12501 LA-10, St Francisville, LA 70775, USA
(225) 635-3332

Beautiful house and grounds (we should know, we took our engagement pictures here!) and a State Historic Site! Great to just walk around and view all the various gardens as well as the main house.


House and Grounds

$12 per adult (18-61)

$10 per senior (62+)

$6 per student (4-17)

Free for children 3 and under


Grounds only

$7 per adult

$5 per student (4-17)

Free for children 3 and under

Baton Rouge, LA

Louisiana State Capitol

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900 N 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
(225) 342-7317

The Louisiana state capitol located in Baton Rouge is the tallest capitol building in the United States! Free admission! Features an observation deck, open 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, guided tours (contact for availability), and a gift shop!

Louisiana's Old State Capitol

Picture of Louisiana's Old State Capitol
100 North Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, USA
(225) 342-0500

The Old State Capitol Building in Baton Rouge! Come learn how this National Historic Landmark has withstood war, fire, abandonment, and even a few fistfights! Free admission! Free audio tours as well as guided tours for groups Tuesday through Friday (book through website).

Topgolf Baton Rouge

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10955 N Mall Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, USA
(225) 372-3725

Swing away at golf balls galore! Bays accommodate up to 6 players. Make sure to reserve a bay in advance on the website! Bays are available to book up to 7 days in advance.


Each bay is priced by the hour, varying by day and time, plus a $5 one-time member fee for new players.


Players under 16 must be supervised by a guest 21+ at all times, and anyone under 18 must be supervised by a guest 21+ after 9:00 pm.