Mid City South Travel Guide
Baton Rouge
Visit Mid City South
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.
Mall of Louisiana
During your trip to Baton Rouge, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall of Louisiana. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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.
Things to do
Baton Rouge: Kayak Tour Through the Historic Atchafalaya
Top hotels in Mid City South
Marriott Baton Rouge
"The hotel is beautiful. My room was immaculate! The food and drinks were great! The staff was friendly and helpful. I look forward to staying there again when I visit Baton Rouge."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Tru by Hilton Baton Rouge Citiplace, LA
"No complaints! Everything was awesome."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge Citiplace
"Wonderful experience! Front desk personnel welcoming, friendly. Room very clean, hard to do for an extended stay hotel. quiet room, convenient location."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Baton Rouge - Citiplace
"This property is more for long term stays. It doesn't really function as a typical hotel. I'm not sure why Expedia included it in my options for a 3 night hotel stay. In one room the AC made too much noise to sleep. In the next room the shower had very little pressure. The staff was very helpful"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Baton Rouge-South by IHG
"Didn't eat breakfast"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
"Not up to normal Hampton Inn and Suites standards"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mid City South
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 Red Dragon Listening Room.
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.
Westminster
Westminster is well liked for many features, particularly its shopping, restaurants and gardens. Though there may not be top sights in Westminster, consider stopping by Rural Life Museum or Mall of Louisiana, located nearby.
Garden District
When in Garden District, you can plan a visit to Red Dragon Listening Room and Capital One Tennis Center at City Park, 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.
Inniswold
Inniswold is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Mall of Louisiana and Rural Life Museum while you're in town.
