Here are 11 of the weirdest Louisiana roadside attractions worth stopping for:
- Bonnie and Clyde Gas Station (Gibsland) – The historic site where the police announced the deaths of the infamous outlaws Bonnie and Clyde, featuring an outdoor payphone and commemorative plaque.
- Rayne Frog Murals and Statue (Rayne) – Rayne is known as the “frog capital of the world” with colorful frog murals and a giant tuxedo-wearing metal frog statue named Monsieur Jacques tipping his hat to visitors.
- Giant Crawfish Sculpture (Alexandria) – A massive crawfish sculpture stands outside Swamp Daddy’s restaurant, greeting customers and travelers alike.
- Dalmatian Sculpture with Glowing Spots (Shreveport) – “Art the Dalmatian,” a 19-foot-tall sculpture covered in blinking colorful lights, serves as the guardian of the arts in Northwest Louisiana.
- 50-Foot Wooden Alligator “Saint” (LaPlace) – A massive wooden alligator displayed at the city’s visitor center, part of local Christmas Eve bonfire traditions.
- Fisherman’s Castle on Irish Bayou (New Orleans) – A mysterious medieval-style castle built in 1981 on private property, known for surviving major hurricanes unscathed.
- Abita Mystery House (Abita Springs) – A quirky roadside museum packed with thousands of pieces of unusual art, antiques, and bizarre collections like a half-dog, half-alligator sculpture.
- Museum of Death (New Orleans) – A chilling museum showcasing death-related artifacts like paintings by serial killers, autopsy videos, and shrunken heads.
- Six Flags Amusement Park Ruins (New Orleans) – The remains of an abandoned amusement park, an eerie sight popular with urban explorers.
- Bonnie and Clyde Ambush Museum (Gibsland) – A local museum dedicated to the criminal couple with many artifacts from their final ambush.
- The Singing Oak (New Orleans) – An artistic oak tree installation hanging with several wind chimes that create beautiful melodies with the breeze.
These weird roadside attractions reflect Louisiana’s colorful history, unique culture, and eccentric spirit that make road trips through the state a fascinating experience.
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