Historic Downtown Baton Rouge, LA
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Visit Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
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.
Shaw Center for the Arts
Discover a vibrant schedule of art, music and theater events at this contemporary performing arts center in downtown Baton Rouge.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Hotel Deals
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Room was very clean and elegant. Walls were loose leaf paper thin.
Reviewed on 2026/2/21
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Elevators were having problems but we made it to our room and back. The TV didn’t work and we had to call for a repair person. The fridge didn’t work, which we realized hours later. Called repair person and it was fixed. Took almost an hour to get our car from valet parking. Fries from the restaurant ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/21
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Real nice
Reviewed on 2026/2/20
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
Great everything
Reviewed on 2026/2/22
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown
Very clean! Staff was very helpful! Starbucks was great! Valet was very convenient, it is a great location to everywhere we needed to go!
Reviewed on 2026/2/18
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
Great staff!!
Reviewed on 2026/2/20
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 Belle of 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, Howard Wilkinson Bridge and Belle of Baton Rouge Casino are top sights worth seeing.
Mid City North
While visiting Mid City North, you might make a stop by sights like Choctaw Village Shopping Center and Plank Road Village Shopping Center.
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 Varsity Theatre.
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.
