Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide

Baton Rouge

A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by a river and a cityscape.
A castle-like building with a green door, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A river with a bridge, buildings, and a large body of water surrounded by greenery.
A large, historic building with a central entrance and two towers, surrounded by well-maintained grass and trees.
A large bridge spanning a river with industrial buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Historic Downtown Baton Rouge attractions

A bridge with a unique arch design, surrounded by street lamps and a sunset sky.

Raising Cane's River Center

8.6/10 (1,167 reviews)
Attend star-studded musical performances, family-friendly theater productions, stand-up comedy shows and symphony orchestras at this riverside entertainment complex.
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Things to do

Baton Rouge: Kayak Tour Through the Historic Cypress Forest

Baton Rouge: Kayak Tour Through a Historic Atchafalaya Swamp

Rp1.523.457
per adult
Baton Rouge: Kayak Tour Through a Historic Atchafalaya Swamp
Awesome Bar Hunt: Baton Rouge Goes Rogue

Awesome Bar Hunt: Baton Rouge Goes Rogue

Rp215.560
per adult
Awesome Bar Hunt: Baton Rouge Goes Rogue
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel

Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel

3.5 out of 5
102 France St Baton Rouge LA
The price is Rp1.869.879 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp1.869.879
Rp2.513.576 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a casino. Popular attractions Raising Cane's River Center and Tiger ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (661 reviews)
"Room and casino were nice. No real restaurants besides cafes but there are plenty downtown"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

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 Rp2.329.618 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
Rp2.329.618
Rp2.714.005 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"if you need a hotel in baton rouge especially an easy drive to LSU this is a great one, it’s clean, great amenities, great friendly staff, fast elevators, and easy valet parking."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

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
The price is Rp2.139.378 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
Rp2.139.378
Rp2.535.162 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (820 reviews)
"The property is amazing. At point of entry the interior design concept, the set up of the front desk bar area around the corner and the rooms are exquisite. I was able to book online through Expedia with no problems and the room was spacious and comfortable."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

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
The price is Rp2.573.081 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
Rp2.573.081
Rp3.074.833 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome experience"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

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 Rp1.975.423 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.975.423
Rp2.301.367 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"The staff was excellent, friendly and helpful. The facility was great and convenient. The shower needed a bit of attention."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG

3.5 out of 5
200 Convention St Baton Rouge LA
The price is Rp2.049.834 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
Rp2.049.834
Rp2.388.059 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We loved the location of this property. There were plenty of restaurants within walking distance and the area was very enjoyable. The room itself was nice and clean but very tiny. But it was enough for just my husband and I."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge

Find the best Historic Downtown Baton Rouge areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A green sign with white lettering reading "Magnolia Mound Circa 1791" and "2161 Nichols Dr." in front of a white house with a black fence and trees in the background.

Highlands - Perkins

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

A white building with a curved facade and green shutters, adjacent to a red building with a balcony.

Mid City South

While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Esplanade Plaza and Independence Botanical Gardens.

A steel bridge with a road underneath, featuring a green exit sign for Plaquemine and Port Allen.

South Baton Rouge

While visiting South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Perkins Rowe and Mall of Louisiana.

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Old South Baton Rouge

While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like 13th Gate Haunted House and Bally's Baton Rouge Casino.

A large, white, castle-like building with two towers and a central entrance.

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.

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide