Experience Ruston
Convention & Visitors Bureau
About Experience Ruston
Located in North Louisiana, Ruston & Lincoln Parish is known for its lively college-town atmosphere, 25-block historic downtown district, thriving arts culture, scenic outdoor attractions, and the incredibly sweet peaches grown here.
The area is home to both Louisiana Tech University and Grambling State University and boasts a variety of specialty shops and diverse restaurants. Come explore Ruston's many arts, outdoors and historic attractions, such as the Louisiana Military Museum and the Eddie G. Robinson Museum, and take part in one of our events and festivals. Start planning your trip now to explore Ruston's many attractions, discover unique flavors, and experience true southern hospitality in Louisiana's College Town.
Things to do in Experience Ruston
North Louisiana charm meets outdoor adventure and sweet treats in Lincoln Parish. The parish seat, Ruston, is best known as the Peach Capital of Louisiana. You can see — and taste — why the city got that name at the Louisiana Peach Festival, and at the Ruston Farmers Market, held every Saturday in the spring, summer and fall. Peaches aren't all Lincoln Parish is about, though. Historic sites, award-winning bike trails and spectacular state parks are just a few of the other highlights of this north Louisiana destination.
Travel details
International airports near Ruston, LA
296 miles: Houston, TX (IAH / KIAH) George Bush Intercontinental Airport
321 miles: New Orleans, LA (MSY / KMSY) Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
351 miles: Memphis, TN (MEM / KMEM) Memphis International Airport
Domestic airports near Ruston, LA
38 miles: Monroe, LA (MLU / KMLU) Monroe Regional Airport
57 miles: El Dorado, AR (ELD / KELD) South Arkansas Regional Airport at Goodwin Field
75 miles: Shreveport, LA (SHV / KSHV) Shreveport Regional Airport
100 miles: Alexandria, LA (AEX / KAEX) Alexandria International Airport
Services offered
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- PR/Media Assistance - Site Visits - Transportation Assistance - Lodging Services - Welcome Bags/Gifts - Itinerary Development - Event Planning Assistance
