Houma
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In Houma, every activity is an adventure. The people here are comprised by Cajuns and like-minded individuals who embrace the joie de vivre, and whose motto is "Laissez les bons temps rouler" or Let the good times roll! And this spirit is infectious. It instantly spreads to all who visit this happy little city in Terrebonne Parish.
Take off on a high-speed airboat, and take in the beauty and majesty of the great swamp at dusk. Dance the night away at one of our many Cajun dance halls. Explore the natural wonders of our wildlife park and you'll get up close and personal with a 16-foot alligator named J.D. Set sail into some of the best fishing waters in all of Louisiana. Whatever you decide to do, Houma puts all the adventure, excitement, mystery and fun into your family vacation.
With musical natives like Tab Benoit and Waylon Thibodaux, it's no surprise that music holds an enormous place in the culture of the Houma area. Music here is like life here: vibrant and spirited. And it's in the air. Whether you're at one of our many fairs and festivals, at a local dance hall, or just walking the streets, there's always an accordion wail with a toe-tapping beat nearby.
And don't forget about the food. With our Cajun heritage and the Gulf of Mexico as our backyard, there's no end to the tasty seafood dishes that are commonplace in Houma. In the kitchens of our homes and restaurants simmer centuries-old recipes featuring the various fruits of the waters of the Gulf of Mexico – shrimp, oysters, crabs, speckled trout, redfish and various of species of fish. Stop by any of our local restaurants for a meal of local specialites like seafood gumbo, stuffed crabs or fried trout with white beans.
Houma also has a busy cultural scene. From Le Petit Theatre de Terrebonne, the community's local theater, to the Downtown Art Gallery, the arts are thriving in Houma.
There's a special feeling in the air in Houma, and you notice it as soon as you arrive. So start planning your trip down to Terrebonne Parish today, you'll be glad you did.
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