Old South Baton Rouge Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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 Old South Baton Rouge
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Staff and amenities were great! A++
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
This place is always on point and even welcome me with praline king cake…. This is my spot when I come into town!!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Hotel is convenient to the highway and not very far from LSU. But it’s old and is in need of refurbishing. Rooms are outdated.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
We definitely enjoyed our stay at this hotel and it was reasonably priced. Very friendly staff and Management stopped by to check on everyone in the dining area while we were enjoying the complimentary food and drinks. The room/hotel overall seemed very clean. Unfortunately, we did not have time ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
Room was clean
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
AWESOME HOTEL / VERY CLEAN / VERY QUIET / GREAT STAFF / EASY SAFE PARKING
Reviewed on 10 Jan 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.
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.
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 Nairn Drive Park.
Highlands - Perkins
If you're spending some time in Highlands - Perkins, Alex Box Stadium and Tiger Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
