Garden District Travel Guide
Baton Rouge
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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.
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.
Top hotels in Garden District
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Staff and amenities were great! A++
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
The room was spacious and beautiful. We enjoyed the 2 beds and the large separated sitting area. We enjoyed the kitchen, but there was no dining table, just a huge empty space where the dining table could be. That's ok bc we were only there for one night. We enjoyed the separate sink from the water ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Comfortable stay. Kitchen updated. Wonderful as always.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Not the greatest stay
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Garden District
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.
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.
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.
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 Nairn Drive Park.
Mid City South
While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Independence Park Tennis Center.
