Merrydale Travel Guide
Baton Rouge
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 Merrydale
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Breakfast was fine. But the condition of the property is poor. Very dingy and old.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
This place needs updating and cleaning so badly. It smells awful. No fridge, no microwave in room and just all around dirty.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
This hotel is exceptionally well-maintained and spotlessly clean, featuring really nice rooms and excellent food from the onsite restaurants. The casino floor provides a great atmosphere, and small touches like the complimentary water bottles by the front desk were much appreciated, though I was ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Executive Center Baton Rouge by IHG
Great breakfast. Slow check in when busy. Hotel needs some updates. Parking $10/day. Overall stay was good.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
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
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
The only down side to it when you go to check out you pretty much have to locate a cart for your luggage if needed to tote from your room. I suggested they put a chip in them so that they would know where they are located so the guest doesn't have to search each floor for one
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merrydale
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.
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.
Scotlandville
While visiting Scotlandville, you might make a stop by sights like Baton Rouge Zoo and Anna T. Jordan Community 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.
Sherwood Forest
Sherwood Forest is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Corner Square Shopping Center and Sherwood South Shopping Center if you have time to explore the 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.
