Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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
I wish I would have been informed of it being partially open. With no restaurants on the property, and no refrigerator in the room was a little inconvenient. Rooms and staff was outstanding besides that
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Clean room, historic hotel, friendly staff
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
Very comfortable and clean. Bed was comfy too!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Great Time
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Great location for our needs. Bed was very comfortable. Room was nice and quiet.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
Great design! Courteous and efficient staff.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
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 Allendale Cabin or The Old Governor's Mansion.
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 Allendale Cabin and 13th Gate Haunted House.
Mid City North
If you're spending some time in Mid City North, Mid-City Shopping Center and Red Dragon Listening Room 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 Nairn Drive Park.
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.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- Hotels in top Baton Rouge neighborhoods
