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.
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.
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.
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
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Clean rooms and comfortable beds
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Decent hotel that matches its price. Will book it again on the way back home.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Breakfast items very cold. Bed too firm. Other than that a decent experience.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Smooth check in, clean room, and very accommodating staff. 10/10.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
Although didn't use the facilities gym/pool were nice. room was clean and comfortable for our quick stay.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel
Clean and appealing. Across close to Mall of Louisiana.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monticello
Park Forest - LA North
While visiting Park Forest - LA North, you might make a stop by sights like Monterrey Village Shopping Center and Tams Drive Park.
Sherwood Forest
Sherwood Forest is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Sherwood South Shopping Center and Gateway 12 Shopping Center if you have time to explore the area.
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 Trout Lake and Walleye Lake.
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 Wenonah Street Park.
Jones Creek
While visiting Jones Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Gateway 12 Shopping Center and Forest Community Park Tennis Center.
Mid City South
While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Independence Botanical Gardens.