The city of Houma is located about one hour southwest of New Orleans, at the intersection of highway 24 and highway 90.
Sitting within the Gulf Coastal Plain, the city landscape can be described more as waterscape than land. Known also as 'The Bayou Communities' the area has many water related recreation activities such as fishing, hunting and shrimping.
Attractions in the city include the Southdown Plantation House home of the Terrebonne Museum, and Waterland USA, a water park.
Hotels and Motels in Houma are located within 4 miles of city center and main attractions.