That depends where you plan to wander. Downtown Lafayette, about 2 miles from Lafayette, LA Airport (LFT-Lafayette Regional), can be a little tricky to drive around. Make things easy for yourself by renting something compact, fuel-efficient, and a cinch to handle. Keep in mind that Lafayette is also a jumping off point for some of the mangroves in Louisiana. If your trip is more about steering down lengthy stretches of road, then you may prefer something with a little more trunk space and extra legroom. What about an SUV or a full-size car?