Research

Tourism, locally, is big business. Its economic viability fuels hotels, restaurants, attractions, retail shops, events venues, gas stations and more. Its benefits greatly improve a community's quality of life, tax savings and job base. Here are some quick facts about tourism in Shreveport-Bossier, Caddo and Bossier Parishes:

Shreveport-Bossier has more than 10,000 hotel rooms
The community boasts one horse racing track, five casinos, 50 family attractions, 55-plus festivals and annual events
There are four Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Events – Mudbug Madness Festival, Let the Good Times Roll Festival, Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, and Red River Revel Arts Festival
There are two American Bus Association Top 100 Events – Red River Mardi Gras Bash, Mudbug Madness Festival

Use this section to find facts, figures and other information.

The State of Louisiana also provides an abundance of research on their website at www.crt.state.la.us/tourism/louisiana-research/current-research.

Economic Impact of Travel
Shreveport-Bossier Bike Sharing and Water Taxi Services Feasibility Study 2019
Shreveport-Bossier Visitor Survey Report 2017
Shreveport-Bossier Visitor Survey Report 2016
Economic Impact of Travel on Louisiana Parishes 2012
SBCTB Ad Conversion Study 2012
SBCTB Advertising Awareness Study 2010
SBCTB BrandPrint Final Report 2008
Shreveport-Bossier Lodging Report 2011
Shreveport-Bossier Attractions Study 2011
Tourism Economic Indicator - June 2017
Economic Impact Study for Port City Classic 2012
Shreveport-Bossier City Social Media Effectiveness Study