Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide
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Visit Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Popular places to visit
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.
USS Kidd Veterans Memorial
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at USS Kidd Veterans Memorial during your travels in 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.
The Old Governor's Mansion
Take a tour of this striking Georgian mansion, which has rooms dedicated to the life and work of historic Louisiana governors.
Louisiana Art and Science Museum
With its mission of being universally interesting, this museum is popular for learning and being inspirational. Visit it in a building that has history itself.
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Love this place! Modern and clean, helpful staff, and great location by the Mississippi
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
The room was clean and the staff was friendly. Parking was limited - very limited. The room we stayed in was small and the door to the bathroom wouldn’t stay shut. Otherwise it was a very pleasant stay
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Windows were dirty/scarred in he room…..curtains did not look clean. Lobby was nice ; staff very gracious and helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
This is an excellent hotel. We enjoyed our stay from beginning to end.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Breakfast was fresh. The room was very clean. We enjoyed
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
Best staff hands down
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
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 Bally's Baton Rouge Casino.
Downtown East
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown East and surrounding area, you can visit Red Dragon Listening Room and The Old Governor's Mansion.
Old South Baton Rouge
While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Mound and 13th Gate Haunted House.
Mid City North
If you're spending some time in Mid City North, Plank Road Village Shopping Center and Mid-City Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Valley Park
Though Valley Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Corporate Square Mall and Red Dragon Listening Room.
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.
