Historic Downtown Baton Rouge, LA
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 exploring the galleries in USS Kidd Veterans Memorial in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football game.
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.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Hotel Deals
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Clean rooms and comfortable beds
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Breakfast buffet was good, on the pricey side. Did not get a chance to use the pool as it is small and was crowded the day we were there. View was good. Overall I do not think it was worth the cost. Nothing wrong with the hotel (staff were great, bed was comfortable!), but will go for the lower cost ...
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
Everything was wonderful as usual.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Mold on air vent , staff was helpful
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Good!
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
The hotel is attractive but my room was somewhat cramped. No place to put my computer and work.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Beauregard Town Historic District
You'll enjoy the seafood restaurants and theaters 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
While Downtown East isn't home to many top sights, Red Dragon Listening Room and The Old Governor's Mansion are some notable places to visit nearby.
Old South Baton Rouge
If you're spending some time in Old South Baton Rouge, Magnolia Mound and 13th Gate Haunted House are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Mid City North
While visiting Mid City North, you might make a stop by sights like Plank Road Village Shopping Center and Red Dragon Listening Room.
Valley Park
While there might not be top attractions in Valley Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Corporate Square Mall and Red Dragon Listening Room.
