Covington owes its history to the humble bovine. The town was first laid out in a pattern that had many free parking areas known as ox lots. This was where people visited to trade goods from Covington to New Orleans. Now, the town has grown to over 10,000 people and it pays homage to its humble heritage. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and it hosts annual festivals such as the Covington Three Rivers Art Festival. Downtown, you will find that the district features many shops, restaurants, galleries and museums. Read on to learn what is so special about retiring in Covington, LA!
Where To Stay
The Southern Hotel is the city’s largest hotel and will make your loved ones feel like they are at home. Near the main hotel is The Garden House, with five accommodations. If your loved ones prefer a bed and breakfast kind of place, Covington has two of them that will make them feel like a local. Both of them are located within a few minutes’ walk of the downtown area.
What To Do
Your loved ones can get a better understanding of the land by taking a historical tour with the Royal Carriages, a sightseeing company. This company recently expanded to Covington and offers tours of the downtown area from Friday to Sunday.
If your loved ones wish to explore the place on their own, they can rent a bike from Brooks’ Bike Shop to cycle along the Tammany Trace. They can take the recreational path all the way to Abita Brewery, a famous hangout spot where they can enjoy brews like the Purple Haze. Then, head to the Bogue Falaya Wayside Park to take part in various events and free concerts. They can also kayak around to explore the clear, shallow waters of the Bogue Falaya River.
If your loved ones are looking for some art, check out local artists at Marianne Angeli Rodriquez Gallery, St. Tammany Art Association, and Saladino Gallery. Or, they can even create their own artwork at Hammer & Stain, where there are DIY workshops for home décor.
Where To Eat
For a wonderful Windsor High Tea experience, head to the English Tea Room & Eatery. Their space features life-sized cutouts of Downton Abbey characters and the Queen. There is also a large collection of teapots to admire as your loved ones sip from more than 200 teas and sample items like scones and the Coronation Chicken Salad. For lunch, they can check out specials like crawfish and corn chowder at LOLA. Then, they can have dinner at Del Porto Ristorante that serves food like lemon risotto and tagliatelle Bolognese.
Experience Senior Living At The Trace
The Trace is a top-notch senior living community where your loved ones can enjoy their retirement years. We provide them with comfortable and cozy apartment homes, a wide range of amenities as well as plenty of fun and exciting activities. Our professional team is dedicated to looking after your loved ones’ health and wellness so they can live a fulfilled life. Feel free to contact us for more information.
