Monroe, Ouachita County, LA
Places to go in Monroe
26 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Family
Altitude Trampoline Park
Activity center with trampolines surrounded by 8-ft.-high bounce walls & a soft foam pit.
710 N 32nd St, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Sports & Recreation
Bayou Bowl
100 Horseshoe Lake Rd, Monroe, LA 71203, USA
Arts & Culture
Biedenharn Museum & Garden
Guided tours of a 1913 mansion with antiques & English gardens, plus a Coca-Cola museum & gift shop.
2006 Riverside Dr, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Outdoors
Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge (Visitor Center)
Large wetlands preserve for gators, birds & deer, with walkways, a canoe trail & photo blinds.
480 Richland Pl, Monroe, LA 71203, USA
Food & Drink
Catahoula’s
5321 Desiard Street, Monroe, LA 71203, USA
Food & Drink
CC's Coffee House
Louisiana-based coffeehouse chain selling a variety of brews & pastries in a relaxed setting.
2350 Tower Dr, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Arts & Culture
Chennault Aviation & Military Museum
Museum featuring exhibits on General Claire Chennault, plus local aviation & military history.
701 Kansas Ln, Monroe, LA 71203, USA
Food & Drink
Delta Biscuit Company
2252 Tower Dr, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Food & Drink
Doe's Eat Place Of Monroe
Established American restaurant featuring steaks as well as tamales in a casual, relaxed space.
2230 Tower Dr, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Nightlife
Enoch's Irish Pub
Irish-style bar with outdoor seating offering classic pub dishes & diverse music.
507 Louisville Ave, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Outdoors
Forsythe Park
Designated children's park with play facilities, sports fields, a golf course & climbing units.
2300 Sycamore St, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Food & Drink
Genusa's Italian Restaurant
Exposed-brick dining room offering Italian fare, from fish & meat entrees to classic pasta dishes.
815 Park Ave, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Wellness
Hopkins Dermatology
2509 Broadmoor Blvd Ste a, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Family
Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo
Wildlife habitat in a city park covers 80 acres & includes exhibits, boat rides & a children's zoo.
1405 Bernstein Park Dr, Monroe, LA 71202, USA
Food & Drink
Mohawk Seafood Tavern
Longtime, unpretentious joint offering all sorts of seafood, like po'boys & gumbo, plus a full bar.
704 Louisville Ave, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Arts & Culture
Monroe Downtown Rivermarket
316 S Grand St, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Arts & Culture
Northeast Louisiana Children's
Colorful children's museum offering imaginative, interactive exhibits, along with events.
323 Walnut St, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Food & Drink
Okaloosa
311 Hudson Ln, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Food & Drink
Parish Restaurant & Bar
318 N 2nd St, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Shopping
Pecanland Mall
Old-fashioned mall since 1985 with department stores, a food court, movie theater & family restroom.
4700 Millhaven Rd #2000, Monroe, LA 71203, USA
Food & Drink
Planters Gastropub
101 N Grand St, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Food & Drink
Restaurant Cotton
Stylish, brick-lined choice spotlighting Southern fare with clever touches & handcrafted cocktails.
101 N Grand St, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Family
Southern Escape Room
607 Louisville Ave, Monroe, LA 71201, USA
Family
Tilt Studio
4700 Millhaven Rd Spc 6702, Monroe, LA 71203, USA