Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Belle of Baton Rouge Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Belle of Baton Rouge Casino during your visit to Baton Rouge? Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
Old State Capitol
Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History.
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.
Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Hotel Deals
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Room was very comfortable and we enjoyed the breakfast!! Kesha the front desk agent was very helpful!! We will come back again!!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Staff was so friendly and welcoming. Room could have been cleaner, there was leftover food and a fake fingernail on the ground. The shower had someone else’s hair in it.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
Excellent service I’ll be back
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
The room was nice and clean. There are no full-length mirrors in the rooms, nor a mini fridge and microwave.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Rooms were clean and a nice area of town.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Downtown
Was very nice stay the only issue was the parking options
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
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 Allendale Cabin or The Old Governor's Mansion.
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.
Old South Baton Rouge
While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like 13th Gate Haunted House and Howard Wilkinson Bridge.
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.
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 Mid-City Shopping Center.
