Monticello 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.
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.
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.
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 Monticello
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
It was all good
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
good stay
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
The room was great and we really liked the breakfast and pool!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
The hotel and casino were awesome. Our only complaint was the restaurant offerings. We were disappointed there. Otherwise, the room and casino were perfect .
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU
All staff was great, especially in breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
yes
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monticello
Sherwood Forest
Sherwood Forest is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Gateway 12 Shopping Center and Sherwood South Shopping Center if you have time to explore the area.
Broadmoor
Visitors to Broadmoor like its restaurants and shopping, and Circle Bowl is a sight worth a stop.
Central
While Central may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jackson Park and Howard Park.
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 Mid-City Shopping Center.
Jones Creek
While visiting Jones Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Gateway 12 Shopping Center and Forest Community Park Tennis Center.
Westminster
Westminster is well liked for many features, particularly its shopping, restaurants and gardens. Though there may not be top sights in Westminster, consider stopping by Rural Life Museum or Mall of Louisiana, located nearby.
