For a truly delightful day of shopping and eating, a trip to St. Francisville is in order. Located just north of Baton Rouge, this tiny town clocks in at just under 2,000 residents, but don’t let its size fool you: this little town is full of adventure. Let’s take a closer look.

St. Francisville is one of those hidden gem towns that is perfect for a day trip or a weekend getaway.

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The beautiful town is full of historic plantations, charming bed and breakfasts, a delightful little historic district with unique shops that’s ideal for spending the afternoon shopping around.

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You may know St. Francisville as home to The Myrtles Plantation, one of the most haunted plantations in the country.

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In between shopping and plantation touring, you’re bound to get hungry. Luckily, St. Francisville has dozens of incredible restaurants for you to try.

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Start your morning off with a hearty breakfast from Birdman Coffee & Books.

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For lunch, swing by Magnolia Cafe.

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From Southern classics to Mexican favorites, Magnolia Cafe has a little something for everyone. Pictured below is their prime rib po’boy, which is 10/10 napkins delicious!

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For dinner, you’ll want to swing by The Francis, where you can dine al fresco in their intimate and charming courtyard.

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This specialty smokehouse has a menu that’s full of mouthwateringly good BBQ, Cajun cuisine, and good old-fashioned southern homestyle meals worth breaking your diet over.

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While you’re in St. Francisville, you’ll want to check out the Grace Episcopal Church and Rosedown Plantation. If you’re truly brave, you can always book a night at the Myrtles Plantation. Just be warned, you might have a paranormal experience while there!

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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and you’re going to need some food in your belly if you’re going to be exploring St. Francisville all day. Be sure to grab one of their espressos for the road before you leave!

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