Houma City Guide

Local food focuses on Cajun and Creole dishes like gumbo and jambalaya. Limited international options but some Mexican and Asian spots. Vegan and vegetarian options are few. Late-night food is mostly fast food.

Nightlife is small with mostly local bars and pubs. Not very lively.

Developing coffee scene with local cafes and national chains.

Standard US tipping applies: 15-20% in restaurants, taxis, and personal services.

SIM cards can be bought at AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile stores, Best Buy, or Walmart. Major carriers support eSIMs. No ID needed for prepaid plans.

City is generally clean with regular waste pickup and recycling.

Limited 24/7 services with some convenience stores open all night. Emergency rooms available 24/7 but few late pharmacies.

Groceries are available at Rouses Market, Walmart, and Winn-Dixie. Farmers' markets run seasonally. Most stores open 7 AM to 10 PM and are open on Sundays with shorter hours.

Credit and debit cards are accepted widely. You usually don’t need cash for everyday purchases.

ATMs are easy to find at banks like Chase and Capital One, plus many stores. Out-of-network ATM fees range from about $2.50 to $5.

Houma has public and private schools taught mostly in English. No large international schools.

There is almost no digital nomad community or meetups here.

Several parks and bayou access, good for walking and casual running.

Good running spots in parks and along the waterfront. Generally safe during daylight.

Several gyms are available, including national chains.

Public tennis courts are available in parks, but no padel courts.

Padel courts are not available.

Multiple yoga studios with English-speaking instructors.

Several schools for Taekwondo, Karate, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with English instructors.

No skiing available near Houma.

Kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing are popular in bayous. Rentals and tours are available.

Surfing is limited and best found 1.5-2 hours away at Grand Isle. Waves are small and mostly for beginners.

No local dive spots; offshore oil rig dives need special arrangements.

Ochsner Health Houma and Terrebonne General offer good healthcare with English-speaking staff. Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens are common, often with drive-thru. Quality rates 8/10.

Tap water meets federal safety standards and is generally safe to drink.

Many parks with playgrounds and kid-friendly restaurants. Attractions include Louisiana's Bayou Country Children's Museum and swamp tours.

The area is conservative with limited LGBTQ+ spaces, but acceptance is slowly growing.

Many pet-friendly places with local vets and some pet parks.