Downtown East Travel Guide
Baton Rouge
Visit Downtown East
Popular places to visit
Tiger Stadium
Catch an event at Tiger Stadium during your trip to Baton Rouge. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a football match in the area.
Raising Cane's River Center
Attend star-studded musical performances, family-friendly theater productions, stand-up comedy shows and symphony orchestras at this riverside entertainment complex.
Louisiana State Capitol
Enjoy sweeping city views from the observation deck of this art deco tower, which has witnessed significant moments in Louisiana’s history.
Belle of Baton Rouge Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Belle of Baton Rouge Casino during your visit to Baton Rouge? Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
Old State Capitol
Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History.
Louisiana State University
Explore the campus of Louisiana State University during your travels in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
Top hotels in Downtown East
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Everything was fantastic. The only thing was and it was just me, the bed was too soft. Other than that I would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Everything was good
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Parking was amazing! The rooms were very clean & nice!
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Executive Center Baton Rouge by IHG
Yss
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Baton Rouge College Drive I-10 by IHG
Clean and great staff
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Baton Rouge Airport
I enjoyed the hotel.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown East
Garden District
When in Garden District, you can plan a visit to Red Dragon Listening Room and Baton Rouge Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Beauregard Town Historic District
You'll enjoy the seafood restaurants and theatres in Beauregard Town Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at The Old Governor's Mansion or Belle of Baton Rouge Casino.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, casinos and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Capitol Park Museum or Shaw Center for the Arts while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mid City North
If you're spending some time in Mid City North, Delmont Village Shopping Center and Plank Road Village Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Lobdell/Woodale
While there might not be top attractions in Lobdell/Woodale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mid-City Shopping Center and Circle Bowl.
Mid City South
While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Independence Botanical Gardens.
Downtown East Travel Guide
- North 14th Street Park
- Gayosa Park
- Louisiana State University
- Tiger Stadium
- Raising Cane's River Center
- Mississippi River
- L'Auberge Casino & Hotel
- Louisiana State Capitol
- Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center
- Belle of Baton Rouge Casino
- Hollywood Casino
- Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital
- Pete Maravich Assembly Center
- Louisiana Art and Science Museum
- Dutchtown High School
- Capitol Park Museum
