Historic Downtown 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.
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 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.
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Great experience
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
The staff was incredibly welcoming and went above and beyond to make us and our pet feel at home. Unfortunately, the room did not match the quality of the service. It was quite dark, dated, and it needed a deep clean, as we found it quite dirty upon arrival.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
Best of BR for sure :) historically beautiful, warm staff, lobby bar and dining, and super cute location. Thumbs up all around 👍
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Room was large, comfortable. Only issue there were no towels, just 2 hand towels. Unfortunately this was not discovered until stepping out of the shower
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
The lobby was clean and the decor is nice. But basically this is a solidly average hotel that needs some improvement. There was rust in the run basin, crumbs in the tub, poor lighting in the room and the toilet ran consistently and was steaming with hot water in the toilet bowl. The worst part was ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
Our room was comfortable and we liked the decor!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
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 The Old Governor's Mansion or Bally's 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.
Old South Baton Rouge
While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Howard Wilkinson Bridge and 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.
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.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
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