Monroe travel guide
Monroe Tourism | Monroe Guide
You're Going to Love Monroe
With a population of 48,815, Monroe is a must-see destination in Louisiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Monroe to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Monroe
If you’re looking for affordable options, Restaurant Cotton (101 N. Grand St.) and Nonna (311 Hudson Ln 0) are great picks.
When to visit Monroe
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Monroe in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 5.5″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Monroe, with an average rainfall of 2.6″.
How to Get to Monroe
Plane
When flying to Monroe, you’ll arrive at Monroe Huenefeld (MLU), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Monroe include Air France, Delta and Korean Air. The shortest domestic flight to Monroe departs from Birmingham and takes around 6h 15m.
Bus
Monroe’s bus station is located 0.6 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Monroe
Where to stay in Monroe
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include OYO Hotel Monroe La I-20 and Comfort Suites Monroe.
Where to stay in popular areas of Monroe
Most booked hotels in Monroe
Renting a car in Monroe
Renting a car in Monroe costs $84 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Monroe.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Monroe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Compact (Chevrolet Express Cargo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Monroe, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.