Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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: Kayak Tour Through the Historic Atchafalaya
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Great hotel. Friendly staff, amazing food at the restaurant and very pretty & comfortable rooms. Highly recommend it!
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
The staff was excellent, the room nice and clean. The breakfast buffet was a little pricey but the the food was delicious.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
great stay
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Room on first floor with view of alley. Room had horrible lighting. No hand soap at sink in bathroom area. Bath salts on counter. The room had a shower not a tube m. We were so disappointed, we left a day early. I also had diarrhea afrer. Eating breakfast at your hotel. We won’t be back or recommend ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
Excellent attentive staff and facilities!. Been downtown, most restaurants and bars close after dark, not much choice in dining!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
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.
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.
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.
Garden District
When in Garden District, you can plan a visit to Red Dragon Listening Room and Capital One Tennis Center at City Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
