Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Baton Rouge which includes food
Baton Rouge showing a garden
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Popular places to visit

Baton Rouge River Center which includes a river or creek

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.

Raising Cane's River Center
Louisiana State Capitol which includes a garden

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.

Louisiana State Capitol
Belle of Baton Rouge Casino

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.

Belle of Baton Rouge Casino
Old State Capitol featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture

Old State Capitol

Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History.

Old State Capitol
Louisiana Art and Science Museum featuring modern architecture

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.

Louisiana Art and Science Museum
The Old Governor\'s Mansion showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

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.

The Old Governor's Mansion

Activities

Baton Rouge Bar Hunt: Baton Rouge Goes Rogue

Baton Rouge Bar Hunt: Baton Rouge Goes Rogue

AU$19
per adult
Baton Rouge Bar Hunt: Baton Rouge Goes Rogue
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Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Hotel Deals

Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel

Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel

3.5 out of 5
102 France St, Baton Rouge, LA
The price is AU$201 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$201
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, a casino, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Raising Cane's River ...
7.8/10 Good! (146 reviews)
"The place was beautiful. Very spacious rooms with friendly staff all around. Was in town for a LSU game. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center

Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center

4 out of 5
201 Lafayette St, Baton Rouge, LA
The price is AU$157 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$157
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
"Room was not ready even though we arrived at 2 pm. I understand that check-in is not until 3 pm, but when guests arrive early they should be prioritized. There were only 4 small towels in the bathroom, no wash cloths or big towels. Besides those things, the hotel was great."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel

Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel

3 out of 5
101 ST FERDINAND STREET, Baton Rouge, LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$197 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$197
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (599 reviews)
"Great spot"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection

WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection

3.5 out of 5
150 3rd Street, Baton Rouge, LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$263 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$263
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"Rooms are very quiet"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown

2.5 out of 5
462 Lafayette St., Baton Rouge, LA
The price is AU$198 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$198
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Everything was good except one small thing, the AC control panel on the wall made this weird, "clicking" noise all night long. I tried to see if I could stop it but could not. I thought to notify the front desk but did not. We just dealt with as we were only staying one night. Besides that, a nice ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown

3 out of 5
260 Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA
The price is AU$188 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$188
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (585 reviews)
"Great and fast service"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

The Old Governor\'s Mansion showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

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 Belle of Baton Rouge Casino.

Beauregard Town Historic District
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Garden District

When in Garden District, you can plan a visit to Red Dragon Listening Room and Baton Rouge Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Garden District
Louisiana featuring shopping, signage and street scenes

Mid City North

If you're spending some time in Mid City North, Delmont Village Shopping Center and Plank Road Village Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Mid City North
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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.

Lobdell/Woodale
Magnolia Mound Plantation House featuring interior views and a house

Highlands - Perkins

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Highlands - Perkins, Alex Box Stadium and Tiger Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Highlands - Perkins
Louisiana featuring shopping, signage and street scenes

Mid City South

While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Independence Botanical Gardens.

Mid City South

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