Merrydale Travel Guide
Baton Rouge
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 Merrydale
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Room was spotless. Very quiet hallway with easy access to both parking and the casino/restaurants
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
It was an amazing experience, beautiful space
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
Room was clean, quiet, and convenient location.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
The room was great and we really liked the breakfast and pool!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU
The room was clean and perfect for a weekend getaway.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
Great service
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merrydale
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.
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.
Broadmoor
Visitors to Broadmoor like its restaurants and shopping, and Circle Bowl is a sight worth a stop.
Mid City South
While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Independence Park Tennis Center.
Sherwood Forest
Sherwood Forest is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Gateway 12 Shopping Center and Sherwood South Shopping Center if you have time to explore the area.
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.
