Downtown East Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown East
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Our pick of the best Downtown East Hotel Deals
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Clean rooms and comfortable beds
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
The staff is wonderful. Hotel was clean. Breakfast was amazing!! So many food options.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Great
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Breakfast was amazing! The staff at the front desk was great also. Good location and easy to get on and off the interstate to the hotel
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
N/A Parking very easy and safe
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel
Clean and appealing. Across close to Mall of Louisiana.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown East
Beauregard Town Historic District
You'll enjoy the seafood restaurants and theatres 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.
Garden District
When in Garden District, you can plan a visit to Red Dragon Listening Room and The Old Governor's Mansion, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, casinos and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Capitol Park Museum or Shaw Center for the Arts while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Old South Baton Rouge
While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Mound and 13th Gate Haunted House.
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 Red Dragon Listening Room.
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.