Introduction to St. Gabriel, Louisiana
St. Gabriel, Louisiana, in Iberville county, is 12 miles S of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and 64 miles W of New Orleans, Louisiana.
St. Gabriel History
The city of St. Gabriel is located in Iberville Parish, Louisiana. The city is part of the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Statistical Area. St. Gabriel was incorporated as a town in 1994 and gained recognition as a city in 2001. The city was founded by the Acadians after they were expelled from Nova Scotia in the mid 1700s.
St. Gabriel and nearby Attractions
- Tickfaw State Park
- Lake Fausse Pointe State Park
- Magnolia Mound Plantation
- Louisiana Naval War Memorial
- Center for Political & Governmental History
- Louisiana Art & Science Museum
Things To Do In St.Gabriel
Tourists can visit the Tickfaw State Park, which offers facilities for camping, swimming and picnicking. The Louisiana Art and Science Museum is another popular local spot. The Magnolia Mound Plantation is a historical site where tourists can visit to know more about the history of the city.
St. Gabriel Transportation
Air transport is available from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
St. Gabriel Higher Education
Higher education can be pursued at Louisiana State University, Louisiana Technical College and Nicholls State University.
