Old South Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge
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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.
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 studying the exhibits at USS Kidd Veterans Memorial during your travels in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
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.
Howard Wilkinson Bridge
In a state divided by a large river, bridges are common. Drive across this one and you’ve gone across the highest one in the state.
Top hotels in Old South Baton Rouge
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Room was very clean and elegant. Walls were loose leaf paper thin.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Quaint little hotel in downtown Baton Rouge. Check-in was easy with checking in the day before. Room was clean with a nice view. Rooftop patio was AMAZING. Hotel is walking distance to the Raising Cane's Theater for Performing Arts.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Room was spotless. I was expecting drinks and dinner at all
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
It was fine, I felt it was kind of expensive for the actual room that we got. But over all the staff was very kind and the breakfast was okay. Not a lot of options but they did have amazing fresh strawberry’s.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Loose slots. Food location
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
The hotel was nice
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old South 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 The Old Governor's Mansion or Belle of Baton Rouge Casino.
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.
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 Pentagon Barracks while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Varsity Theatre.
Highlands - Perkins
If you're spending some time in Highlands - Perkins, Alex Box Stadium and Tiger Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Mid City South
While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Independence Park Tennis Center.
