Merrydale Travel Guide
Baton Rouge
Popular places to visit
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.
Mall of Louisiana
During your trip to Baton Rouge, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall of Louisiana. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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.
Old State Capitol
Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History.
Top hotels in Merrydale
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Stayed before. Always great.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
The rooms were very clean and comfortable! The restaurant is amazing!! Shout out to the chefs for making our night amazing!! The casino was fun also plenty of spots to play. I will definitely comeback if I'm in the area again. Thank you!!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Room was tidy - but not clean. Cobwebs under bedside table. Bedside table had a broken handle and even though it had a socket to plug things in - it did not work all of the time. Most of the restaurants are closed during the week. Hardly anyone there. Staff is friendly and helpful. They were quick ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
Great clean room
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel
Spotless room. Great property. Courteous, attentive staff!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Friendly staff, convenient location, clean, great bar/drinks!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merrydale
Lobdell/Woodale
While there might not be top attractions in Lobdell/Woodale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Circle Bowl and Choctaw Village Shopping Center.
Mid City North
If you're spending some time in Mid City North, Plank Road Village Shopping Center and Red Dragon Listening Room are top sights worth seeing.
Scotlandville
While visiting Scotlandville, you might make a stop by sights like Baton Rouge Zoo and Anna T. Jordan Community Park.
Broadmoor
Visitors to Broadmoor like its restaurants and shopping, and Circle Bowl is a sight worth a stop.
Mid City South
While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Independence Park Tennis Center.
Park Forest - LA North
While visiting Park Forest - LA North, you might make a stop by sights like Tams Drive Park and Monterrey Village Shopping Center.
