Downtown East Travel Guide
Baton Rouge
Visit Downtown East
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Old State Capitol
Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History.
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.
Things to do
Baton Rouge Bar Hunt: Baton Rouge Goes Rogue
Top hotels in Downtown East
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Everything was good!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Tonya the person responsible for breakfast was awesome. She was working alone and managed to keep everything clean neat and plentiful. She was very friendly and more than eager to wait on customers. Kudos to Tonya you need more like her. She made the stay pleasant. The young lady working in the lounge ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
Clean everywhere
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Easy check in and check out. Clean, nicely decorated rooms. Courteous, helpful staff.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Good service
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel
Clean room, friendly, professional staff, good location
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown East
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.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, casinos and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Capitol Park Museum or Shaw Center for the Arts while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Old South Baton Rouge
While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like 13th Gate Haunted House and Howard Wilkinson Bridge.
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.
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.
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.
