Mid City South Travel Guide
Baton Rouge
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Top hotels in Mid City South
Tru by Hilton Baton Rouge Citiplace, LA
It was alright .For a 48 hr trip I would stay here again . I like the hotel lobby but the rooms need upgrades though. Bathroom shower and toilet old . But overall not bad for a quick stay .
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Marriott Baton Rouge
The room was very clean
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Baton Rouge-South by IHG
Property was outdated and bar was closed because of no liquor license.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge Citiplace
Not my best stay. It usually is wonderful but it was very loud this time. People in hallways slamming doors until 1AM.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Baton Rouge - Citiplace
The room we had gotten was not properly cleaned when we checked it. There was toothpaste and body hair in the bathroom when we checked in. The rooms where also reall old and poor maintenance.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 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 Circle Bowl and Choctaw Village Shopping Center.
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.
Old South Baton Rouge
While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Howard Wilkinson Bridge and Belle of Baton Rouge Casino.
