This small Louisiana town is the friendliest in the South, according to Travel + Leisure
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This small Louisiana town is the friendliest in the South, according to Travel + Leisure
Minden, Louisiana named the friendliest town in the South by Travel + Leisure. Northwest Louisiana town has lakes and bayous perfect for fishing, boating, kayaking and hiking. Unique antique shops and boutiques make for good shopping opportunities in Minden. The town has an interesting history, which can be explored at the Germantown Colony Museum and the Dorcheat Historical Museum, says Travel +Leisure.”Southern Hospitality” is the term used to describe the warm, welcoming and friendly people of Minden, says the travel magazine. The city has even held the title of the “friendliest city in the south” since at least the ’80s, according to Travel and Leisure’s report.. The Villas at Spanish Court is a collection of eight renovated rental units in downtown Minden at 224 W Union St. The Cottage on Fort is a cozy and artistic cottage, located at 519 Fort Ave., designed in the Mid-Century Modern style. The Best restaurants in the town include Seafood Empire LLC, Barbecue Barbecue joint Neta’s Barbecue and Geaux Fresh Bakery.
In fact, there’s one small town in Northwestern Louisiana that truly embodies the epitome of Southern hospitality.
When you visit this town, you’ll be greeted with a friendly smile and will surely find this community to be warm and welcoming.
Minden, Louisiana named the friendliest town in the South by Travel + Leisure
Travel + Leisure has dubbed Minden, Louisiana the “friendliest town in the South,” with its beautiful “lakes, bayous and charming antique shops.”
Minden is a Northwest Louisiana town that’s an outdoor lover’s paradise, with lakes and bayous perfect for fishing, boating, kayaking and hiking. There are also unique antique shops and boutiques that make for good shopping opportunities. Minden also has an interesting history, which can be explored at the Germantown Colony Museum and the Dorcheat Historical Museum.
Although, while the town has its attractions, locals and visitors alike agree that it’s the people that are the town’s best asset, and the city has even held the title of the “friendliest city in the South” since at least the ’80s, says Travel + Leisure.
Top 5 things in Minden that you can’t miss out on according to Travel + Leisure
Staying at at The Villas at Spanish Court, located near the edge of Minden’s historic downtown at 224 W Union St.
Exploring Dorcheat Bayou on a kayak rented from Dorcheat Bayou Rentals.
Ordering the crawfish cheese nachos at Seafood Empire LLC.
Shopping for locally-made products at Parish Design Co.
Grabbing a cup of coffee from Brick Street Coffee and going for a walk in the historic district.
Best hotels and resorts in Minden according to Travel + Leisure
The Villas at Spanish Court : A collection of eight renovated rental units in downtown Minden, located at 224 W Union St., each equipped with a queen size bed, fully stocked kitchen, full bath, TV, high speed internet, outdoor patio and more.
: A collection of eight renovated rental units in downtown Minden, located at 224 W Union St., each equipped with a queen size bed, fully stocked kitchen, full bath, TV, high speed internet, outdoor patio and more. Cottage on Fort : A cozy and artistic cottage, located at 519 Fort Ave., designed in the Mid-Century Modern style that will make your stay both welcoming and peaceful.
: A cozy and artistic cottage, located at 519 Fort Ave., designed in the Mid-Century Modern style that will make your stay both welcoming and peaceful. Fuller House Upper Room : A detached garage loft in the backyard of Minden’s historic Fuller-Polk House, located at 720 Main St., that’s full of character and personality.
: A detached garage loft in the backyard of Minden’s historic Fuller-Polk House, located at 720 Main St., that’s full of character and personality. Baird-Sanders House: A rentable historic home from 1917, located at 1103 Broadway St., that has a peaceful atmosphere and is within walking distance of Minden’s historic brick road found downtown.
Best things to do in Minden according to Travel + Leisure
Best shopping in Minden according to Travel + Leisure
Parish Design Co. : Local artisan market located at 727 Broadway St.
: Local artisan market located at 727 Broadway St. Hers Bridal : Bridal store located at 728 Main St.
: Bridal store located at 728 Main St. A.J. Price Tire and Service Centers : Tire and automotive repair service shop located at 724 Main St.
: Tire and automotive repair service shop located at 724 Main St. Gray’s Jewelry : Jewelry store located at 709 Main St.
: Jewelry store located at 709 Main St. LaKait Boutique and Momma’s Little Corner: Shared storefront, located at 707 Main St., women’s clothing store.
Best restaurants in Minden according to Travel + Leisure
Seafood Empire LLC : Seafood restaurant located at 302 E Union St.
: Seafood restaurant located at 302 E Union St. Under Dawgs Sports Grill : Sports bar located at 605 Main St.
: Sports bar located at 605 Main St. Geaux Fresh Bistro & Bakery : Casual dining restaurant located at 801 Broadway St.
: Casual dining restaurant located at 801 Broadway St. Neta’s Bar-B-Que : Barbecue joint located at 1433 Shreveport Rd.
: Barbecue joint located at 1433 Shreveport Rd. Brick Street Coffee: Coffee shop located at 509 Main St.
Presley Bo Tyler is a reporter for the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com