Historic Downtown Baton Rouge, LA
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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 exploring the galleries in USS Kidd Veterans Memorial in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football game.
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.
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.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Hotel Deals
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Very clean, great service, wonderful view of downtown area and good parking.
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
One night only but everything was great !
Reviewed on 2026/3/31
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
Everything was wonderful as usual.
Reviewed on 2026/3/24
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Everyone was super sweet, the food at the cafe was excellent, the room was very comfortable and the location was great! The only thing that was a bit of a pain was that their parking lot is teeny tiny and we got in pretty late at night & it was full, so we had to get up early to move the car over ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/6
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Great clean and friendly
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
Exceptionally friendly staff. Excellent chef. A nicely equipped modern hotel.
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
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Other neighborhoods around Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Beauregard Town Historic District
You'll enjoy the seafood restaurants and theaters 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
While Downtown East isn't home to many top sights, Red Dragon Listening Room and The Old Governor's Mansion are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old South Baton Rouge
If you're spending some time in Old South Baton Rouge, Magnolia Mound and 13th Gate Haunted House are top sights worth seeing.
Mid City North
While visiting Mid City North, you might make a stop by sights like Plank Road Village Shopping Center and Red Dragon Listening Room.
Valley Park
While there might not be top attractions in Valley Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Corporate Square Mall and Red Dragon Listening Room.
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.
