Mid City South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mid City South
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.
Our pick of the best Mid City South Hotel Deals
Marriott Baton Rouge
Clean room, comfortable beds, very nice shower.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Tru by Hilton Baton Rouge Citiplace, LA
The room was clean and very basic. It is perfect for a passing through hotel. Breakfast was adequate and things were in good order. They also give you earplugs which is a nice touch.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Baton Rouge-South by IHG
The room was very clean and comfortable, and everything worked well!!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge Citiplace
Yes
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge
The kitchen staff was incredibly friendly. Got a little busy, food was refilled with no wait!! Shes worked there since 2007. Took the time to chat with us!! Kept dining room clean.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Candlewood Suites Baton Rouge - College Drive by IHG
Speed of check in and the room was flawless
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mid City South
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 Choctaw Village Shopping Center and Mid-City Shopping 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.
Broadmoor
Visitors to Broadmoor like its restaurants and shopping, and Circle Bowl is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Inniswold
Inniswold is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Mall of Louisiana and Rural Life Museum while you're in town.
