Old South Baton Rouge Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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 Old South Baton Rouge
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Staff is excellent, so helpful. Wonderful location, beautiful area. The room was clean and comfy! Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
Everything. Staff super friendly, clean room although I just have to mention that the vents and ac needs to be cleaned that’s the only bad thing I jot order hit in general room super clean and smell awesome.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Staff was very welcoming and friendly. They all seem to
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Great location, clean.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
All clean
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
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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 Allendale Cabin or The Old Governor's Mansion.
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.
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 Shaw Center for the Arts while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Highlands - Perkins
If you're spending some time in Highlands - Perkins, Alex Box Stadium and Tiger Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
