Downtown East Travel Guide
Baton Rouge
Visit Downtown East
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.
USS Kidd Veterans Memorial
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at USS Kidd Veterans Memorial during your travels in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
Things to do
Top hotels in Downtown East
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
The hotel was convenient because we were attending a concert there that night. Otherwise, I did not find it was worth the $700/night to stay there. Waaayyy overpriced.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
This is a very loud hotel so if you are stopping here to sleep it’s not a great choice. It’s right next to the train tracks and the trains does run in the middle of the night. People enjoying the casino come up to their rooms late into the morning and the walls are thin so if they turn on the tv ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Executive Center Baton Rouge by IHG
Smelled like water damage mask with room spray. Staff was unavailable when needed.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Exelent
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Marriott Baton Rouge
Didn’t get breakfast
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
good place to stay
Reviewed on 1 May 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 Bally's 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 Pentagon Barracks while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Old South Baton Rouge
While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Mound and 13th Gate Haunted House.
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 Red Dragon Listening Room.
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.
