Perry Flying Center

Harry P. Williams Memorial Airport (PTN)

(985) 395-4501 • Unicom 122.80

✈️ Est. 1983 ✈️ 42 Years

Local Area Guide

Discover Patterson & South Louisiana

Hotels, restaurants, attractions, and everything you need to know

Distances to Major Cities

50 miles
New Orleans
85 miles
Baton Rouge
75 miles
Lafayette
15 miles
Morgan City

Where to Stay

Comfortable accommodations for every budget

Hotels

Best Western Forest Motel Franklin

Renovated 2006 • bestwesternforestinn.com

(337) 828-1810

The Forest Restaurant on-site

Clarion Hotel Morgan City

520 Roderick St, Morgan City, LA 70380

(985) 385-2200 • Fax: (985) 384-3810

Full service hotel with restaurant

Comfort Inn Franklin

1819 Main St, Franklin, LA 70538 • New 2007

(337) 828-1134 • Fax: (337) 828-3623

Modern amenities

Comfort Inn Morgan City

610 Martin Luther King Blvd, Morgan City, LA 70380

(985) 300-0032 • Fax: (985) 300-0037

Special Perry Flying Center Rate Available

Cypress Bayou Casino Hotel Franklin

New 2013 • cypressbayou.com

1-800-924-0032

Gaming, dining, entertainment

Hampton Inn & Suites Morgan City

New 2010

(985) 221-4421

Free hot breakfast, fitness center, pool

Holiday Inn Express Morgan City

New 2013 • Special PFC Rate

(985) 300-5300 • Fax: (985) 221-5177

Special Perry Flying Center Rate Available

LaQuinta Inn Morgan City

New 2008

(985) 300-0201

Pet-friendly, breakfast included

Motel 6 Morgan City

1011 Brasher Ave, Morgan City, LA 70380

(985) 385-9175

Budget accommodations

Suburban Studios Berwick

Extended stay accommodations

(985) 992-3031

Comfortable extended stay option

Restaurants & Dining

Local favorites serving Louisiana's best cuisine

Atchafalaya Café

Morgan City • (985) 384-2707

Atchafalaya Golf Clubhouse

Patterson • (985) 399-3688

atchafalayagolf.com

Bayou Lagniappe

Berwick • (985) 384-2245

Café Jo-Jo's

Morgan City • (985) 384-9291

Castalano's Deli

Morgan City • (985) 384-6188

theoriginalcastalanos.com

China King

Morgan City • (985) 385-1388

Cypress Bayou Casino Dining

Franklin • (337) 923-7284

cypressbayou.com/dining

Don Jose's

Morgan City • (985) 255-4114

Authentic Mexican cuisine

East Gate BBQ

Morgan City • (985) 384-7675

The Forest Restaurant

Franklin • (337) 828-3300

bestwesternforestinn.com

The Galley

Morgan City • (985) 354-6439

The Latin Corner

Morgan City • (985) 385-2404

latincornerrestaurant.com

Morgan's at Clarion Hotel

Morgan City • (985) 385-2200

Mr. Lester's Steakhouse

Cypress Bayou Casino • (337) 923-7284

cypressbayou.com/dining

Rita Mae's Creole Kitchen

Morgan City • (985) 384-3550

Sam's Southern Eatery

Bayou Vista • (985) 395-4405

samssoutherneatery.com

Si-Señor Mexican

Bayou Vista • (985) 412-6780

Tampico's Mexican Restaurant

Bayou Vista • (985) 395-2859

tampicos.com

Must-Try Local Specialties

  • • Fresh Gulf Seafood
  • • Authentic Gumbo
  • • Crawfish Étouffee
  • • Fried Catfish
  • • Jambalaya
  • • Beignets & Coffee

Local Attractions

Discover the culture, history, and natural beauty of South Louisiana

Nature & Outdoors

Atchafalaya Basin

America's largest river swamp

• Swamp tours • Wildlife viewing • Fishing

Lake Fausse Pointe State Park

Cabins, camping, and nature trails

• 20 miles • Hiking • Canoeing

Cypremort Point State Park

Beach access on Vermilion Bay

• 25 miles • Swimming • Beach walking

Gulf of Mexico Beaches

Grand Isle and surrounding areas

• 45 miles • Fishing • Beach recreation

Wedell-Williams Memorial Aviation Museum

118 Cotton Road, Patterson

• (985) 399-1268 • Aviation history

Atchafalaya at Idlewild Golf Course

Patterson • (985) 395-GOLF

www.atchafalayagolf.com

Culture & History

Historic New Orleans

French Quarter, Garden District

• 50 miles • Jazz • Architecture • Cuisine

Louisiana Shrimp & Seafood Festival

Morgan City (Annual Labor Day)

• Food • Music • Local culture

Houma-Terrebonne Cultural Center

Local history and art exhibits

• 25 miles • Museums • Art galleries

Plantation Tours

Antebellum mansions along River Road

• Various distances • History tours

Oaklawn Manor Plantation

Franklin • (337) 828-0434

www.oaklawnmanor.com

Brownell Memorial Park & Carillon Tower

Morgan City • (985) 384-2283

• Historic landmark

Entertainment

Cajun Music & Dance Halls

Authentic Louisiana music venues

• Live music • Dancing • Local culture

Amelia Belle Casino

(985) 631-1777

www.ameliabellecasino.com

Cypress Bayou Casino

1-800-284-4386

www.cypressbayou.com

Golf Courses

Several courses within 30 miles

• Public • Semi-private • Resort courses

Shopping

Local crafts, antiques, and seafood markets

• Unique Louisiana products

Tourist Information

1-800-256-2931

www.cajuncoast.com

Getting Around

Transportation options for visitors

Courtesy Car

Available at Perry Flying Center for local transportation during your stay

Car Rental

Auto Rental, Etc.: (985) 255-7777

Will deliver to Perry Flying Center

Other rental companies available in area

Taxi Service

City Cab: (985) 384-6001

Note: We recommend calling us for transportation

We can help arrange reliable transportation

Driving Directions

Easy access via US-90 and LA-182 - detailed directions available

Weather & Best Times to Visit

Plan your visit for the perfect Louisiana experience

Spring

March - May

Temp: 65-80°F
Rainfall: Moderate
Humidity: Comfortable

Perfect for outdoor activities

Summer

June - August

Temp: 80-95°F
Rainfall: High
Humidity: High

Hot & humid, afternoon storms

Fall

September - November

Temp: 60-85°F
Rainfall: Low
Humidity: Pleasant

Ideal weather conditions

Winter

December - February

Temp: 45-70°F
Rainfall: Low
Humidity: Low

Mild winters, perfect for flying

Best Times to Visit: October - April for perfect weather, May - September for peak fishing

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