Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge
Visit Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Baton Rouge: Kayak Tour Through the Historic Atchafalaya
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
"Great hotel, however the room we were in did not have a full length mirror."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
"Staff was very helpful. The room could use some updating. Wasn’t very clean"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
"Great room"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
"We usually travel with our camper in tow so we don’t need very many hotel stay. This property met my expectations!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
"Hospitable, attentive staff. Nice lodgings in a walkable part of the city. Enjoyed my stay!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
"Great room! Will definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown 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 The Old Governor's Mansion or Bally's Baton Rouge Casino.
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.
Old South Baton Rouge
While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like 13th Gate Haunted House and Howard Wilkinson Bridge.
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.
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 Nairn Drive Park.
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 Corporate Square Mall.
