On Front Street, which runs parallel with Cane River Lake, we picked up some maps and information at the Visitor's Center
Below the Center and by the river is Roque House which was built farther up river around the time of the Louisiana Purchase and moved to its 
curr
ent location in 1967.
curr
ent location in 1967.
Behind Plantation Treasures, a spiral staircase, which can be spotted through the rear doors, was built in France and sent to Natchitoches in 1856.
At 758 Front Street is Louisiana's oldest general store.
Many of the historic sites, museums a
nd churches are within walking distance of Front Street. Across the river is the Tauzin-Wells Home. Built in 1776 it is the oldest home standing in Natchitoches (privately owned).
nd churches are within walking distance of Front Street. Across the river is the Tauzin-Wells Home. Built in 1776 it is the oldest home standing in Natchitoches (privately owned). 
There are so many interesting sites steeped in history in Natchitoches and for a tourist area I was surprised how quiet it was. The loudest sounds we heard were the birds chirping in the magnolia trees. It's somewhere I plan to visit again and again.
