Alexandria, Rapides County, LA
Places to go in Alexandria
31 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Family
Adventure Cenla
1978 Monroe Hwy, Pineville, LA 71360, USA

Family
Alexandria Zoological Park
Zoo with international-themed habitats for exotic wildlife & tours on a scale-model train.
3016 Masonic Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA

Outdoors
Bringhurst City Park
3016 Masonic Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA

Food & Drink
Brocatos Breakfast & Lunch
5515 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria, LA 71303, USA

Food & Drink
CC's Coffee House
Louisiana-based coffeehouse chain selling a variety of brews & pastries in a relaxed setting.
2481 LA-28, Pineville, LA 71360, USA

Family
Chuck E. Cheese
Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties & play zones.
1725 Metro Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA

Food & Drink
Diamond Grill
Former jewelry store turned upscale eatery serving steak & seafood plus happy-hour drink specials.
924 3rd St, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA

Shopping
Dillard's
Department store chain with apparel, shoes & accessories, plus beauty products & home goods.
3437 Masonic Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA

Sports & Recreation
Four Seasons Bowling Center
3510 North Blvd, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA

Family
Gone Wild Safari
Petting zoo with exotic species in a parklike setting, with general admission & party packages.
805 Hooper Rd, Pineville, LA 71360, USA

Shopping
In Style
3437 Masonic Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA

Outdoors
Kees Park
2450 LA-28, Pineville, LA 71360, USA

Arts & Culture
Kent Plantation House
French-colonial plantation house built in 1796, featuring guided tours & grounds with outbuildings.
3601 Bayou Rapides Rd, Alexandria, LA 71303, USA

Family
Key2Escape
4508 Coliseum Blvd R, Alexandria, LA 71303, USA

Outdoors
Kisatchie National Forest
Cypress & pine tree forest in the bayous, with hiking, bird-watching, camping, fishing & more.
229 Dogwood Park Rd, Provencal, LA 71468, USA

Food & Drink
Koal’s BBQ of Alexandria
5803 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria, LA 71303, USA

Sports & Recreation
Laborde Earles Coliseum
5600 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria, LA 71303, USA

Food & Drink
Le Bistreaux Coffee And Waffle Bar
5803 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria, LA 71303, USA

Food & Drink
Outlaws BBQ-Alexandria, LA
818 MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA 71303, USA

Food & Drink
Pamela's | Southern • Cajun
Counter-service joint offering Southern & Cajun comfort eats such as fried chicken & po' boys.
2049 N Mall Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA

Nightlife
Paragon Casino Resort
Traditional rooms in a glitzy casino resort with a concert arena, 2 pools & 8 bars/eateries.
711 Paragon Pl, Marksville, LA 71351, USA

Food & Drink
Rosie Jo's
3140 S MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA 71303, USA

Food & Drink
Sam’s | Southern Eatery
Southern-style po' boys, burgers & fried fish come in generous portions at this casual chain eatery.
4814 Lee St, Alexandria, LA 71302, USA

Food & Drink
Shipley Do-Nuts
Chain with a variety of yeast, cake & filled donuts, plus kolaches, espresso drinks & smoothies.
3223 S MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301, USA