The Louisiana History Museum in Alexandria, Louisiana, is housed in the former public library that dates back to 1907, and after much remodeling and renovations is a fascinating history museum and genealogical library that features interesting displays, exhibits and collections of historical objects. The history museum is committed to collecting, preserving, interpreting and promoting a deeper understanding of the rich history of Alexandria and Louisiana. Admission to The Louisiana History Museum is free and we offer informative guided tours. Our museum is home to one of the largest local postcard collections from 1905 to 1955 and a unique collection of photos from 1860 to the 1960's. READ MORE

Hotel Bentley in Alexandria, Louisiana, is located in a historic building dating back to 1908, and after extensive restoration and renovation, this charming hotel featuring 94 spacious guest rooms and suites, also offers condominiums. Our luxury hotel offers personalized comforts that include handicapped accessible facilities, wireless internet, room service, a business center, laundry services, in-room tea and coffee and much more. We also have an onsite restaurant and cocktail bar. Hotel Bentley is the perfect venue for weddings, private parties, family reunions and other special occasions, with the help of our event coordinators you are assured of successful and memorable events. READ MORE

Spirits Food and Friends in Alexandria, Louisiana, is not your run of the mill restaurant, it's a place where customers come back time and again to enjoy the lively atmosphere, excellent meals and drinks and listen to live music on selected days. Our restaurant is located in the Garden District, and since opening in 1967, we have continued to attract locals and tourists wanting good food and drinks, and with our good service, eclectic menu that includes seafood, burgers, pastas, poboys and our popular Spirits salads, they are never disappointed. The bar at Spirits Food and Friends is well stocked with fine wines, imported and draft beers and favorite cocktails. We also offer excellent catering services to large and small events and a Spirits gift card is a great choice of gift.READ MORE

Parc England Hotel in Alexandria, Louisiana, is a charming, modern hotel that offers convenient and comfortable accommodation for business and leisure travelers visiting our beautiful city. Guest rooms and suites at our hotel are equipped with pillow-top mattresses, televisions, free wi-fi, and certain of these rooms include microwaves, whirlpool tabs and balconies. A complimentary continental breakfast is available for guests, and we also have an on-site restaurant and bar that serves seafood, steaks and many other tasty meals. Facilities at Parc England Hotel include a business center that is suitable for hosting corporate events, weddings, business meetings for up to 450 guests. READ MORE

England Oaks Active Adult Living in Alexandria, Louisiana, is set in beautiful, natural surroundings with tree-lined streets, and offers attractive, cozy and comfortable retirement homes in an active senior community. Enjoy relaxed, maintenance free, carefree and independent living in a retirement community that offers private duplex homes, opportunities of socializing with caring and friendly neighbors and enjoying the many events planned for your entertainment. The community center at England Oaks Active Adult Living offers many recreational facilities that include a pool where residents enjoy aerobics. The center is a great meeting place where seniors can get together for a game of cards or to enjoy a friendly chat.READ MORE

OakWing Golf Club in Alexandria, Louisiana, offers golfers of all skill levels exciting rounds of golf on their well maintained 18-holed golf course with magnificent fairways lined with towering trees, undulating greens and rolling hills. Our golf club is open to the public seven days a week, and features an excellent clubhouse offering many excellent facilities, friendly staff, perfectly manicured greens, golf carts and more and players can look forward to enjoying challenging rounds of golf. Members of OakWing Golf Club enjoy special privileges that include advanced starting times, special tournaments and the added privilege of affordable rates. READ MORE

Piece-A-Cake Wedding And Events in Alexandria, Louisiana, is located in The Victorian House, a beautiful home that provides the perfect setting and backdrop for small weddings, receptions and many other private events. Our event planning business was established in 2009 as a bakery creating amazing wedding cakes, and our services expanded to incorporate catering, decorating, in fact a full package that includes florists, photographers, DJ services and every other service needed to make your wedding or event a spectacular and memorable event. When you leave the event planning to Piece-A-Cake Wedding and Events, we do the work, leaving you relaxed and stress free to enjoy your special event.READ MORE

Alexandria Zoological Park in Alexandria, Louisiana, first opened its gates to the zoo in 1926, and over the years has constantly shared the amazing, natural world of more than 500 animals that are representative of 160 different species. Major facilities at the zoo are wheelchair accessible and there are wheelchairs available at no charge. Experience Africa in the habitat that features a magnificent 17 foot waterfall, amazing rock formations and most importantly, spectacular African lions. The gift shop Alexandria Zoological Park is well stocked with jewelry, educational books, stuffed animals and more, and other facilities include Palm Cafe serving delicious meals, a kiddies play area, a outdoor classroom for field trips, several venues for private events, and many more exciting facilities. READ MORE

Sombreros Restaurant in Alexandria, Louisiana, is the perfect Mexican restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Tex-Mex cuisine in a relaxed, welcoming and family friendly atmosphere. Our Mexican restaurant has been satisfying hungry appetites with our servings of Tex-Mex made with the freshest, top quality ingredients and using our tried and tested recipes. Our eclectic menu has something that will appeal to all tastes, such as the ever popular and delicious enchilades, burritos, fajitas and many other house specialties that you can enjoy with tasty Margaritas. The menu at Sombreros Restaurant also includes hand-rolled tortillas with delicious toppings and many other favorites.READ MORE

Kent Plantation House in Alexandria, Louisiana, is one of the oldest homesteads in the area that is still standing, and this authentic plantation house, built in 1796, offers visitors an interesting insight into American, Spanish and French cultures that have played a significant part in our country. Fascinating guided tours are available and these tours highlight the preservation, interpretation and promotion of this historic house and informs visitors about the interesting history and culture that prevailed between 1795 and 1855. The Kent House gift shop at Kent Plantation House is located in a restored slave cabin and is stocked with pew dolls, candles, doll quilts, bay leaf wreaths and many other gifts, and also sells local honey, jellies and cane syrup.READ MORE