Downtown East
Baton Rouge
Visit Downtown East
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown East
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Yes clean an friendly staff
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Everything was excellent.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Clean,
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
Yes is was clean and staff was nice
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel
Everything was good
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Where do I begin? The front desk - very nice- the bartenders- great- the room service (when they had enough staff to order) great- the guy who had to jimmy rig the hotel door to the pool - also great- door to pool was propped open with a trash can - the breakfast I paid for wasn’t an option- Buffett ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown East
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.
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 Pentagon Barracks or Shaw Center for the Arts while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Old South Baton Rouge
While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Howard Wilkinson Bridge and Belle of Baton Rouge Casino.
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.
