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.

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.

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.

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.

Howard Wilkinson Bridge
In a state divided by a large river, bridges are common. Drive across this one and you’ve gone across the highest one in the state.
Things to do

Baton Rouge: Kayak Tour Through the Historic Atchafalaya
Top hotels in Old South Baton Rouge

Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
"Recently remodeled casino / hotel with great customer service. Modern decor and great location in downtown Baton Rouge, LA."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
"The hotel staff were very helpful and accommodating. We had to move rooms because our AC wasn’t working and they handled it immediately and made sure we were happy with our new room."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
"clean room, friendly staff"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
"I like that it was clean and beds were comfortable. Casino was fun."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
"Clean bedding, a neat breakfast, and a quiet atmosphere."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
"A cute little hotel. Everything was clean, the beds were comfy, no weird smells. My only complaint is that the fridge wouldn’t cool but overall a really nice hotel for the price."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
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Highlands - Perkins
If you're spending some time in Highlands - Perkins, Alex Box Stadium and Tiger Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

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.

South Baton Rouge
While visiting South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Perkins Rowe and Mall of Louisiana.

Mid City South
While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Foster Shopping Center.

Mid City North
If you're spending some time in Mid City North, Delmont Village Shopping Center and Plank Road Village Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.













