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.
Belle of Baton Rouge Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Belle of Baton Rouge Casino during your travels in Baton Rouge? Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football game.
Old State Capitol
Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History.
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.
Things to do
Baton Rouge Bar Hunt: Baton Rouge Goes Rogue
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Great staff friendly, room was very spacious for the price, close to anything downtown you need to get to. Will return.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
The hotel was beautiful. Good food at the bar!
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Staff is excellent, so helpful. Wonderful location, beautiful area. The room was clean and comfy! Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
The hotel gave great service and I will be back! Everyone was amazing!
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Highly recommend this hotel!
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
Clean room
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Other neighbourhoods 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 Belle of Baton Rouge Casino.
Garden District
When in Garden District, you can plan a visit to Red Dragon Listening Room and Baton Rouge Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Mid City North
While visiting Mid City North, you might make a stop by sights like Delmont Village Shopping Center and Plank Road Village Shopping Center.
Lobdell/Woodale
While there might not be top attractions in Lobdell/Woodale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mid-City Shopping Center and Circle Bowl.
Highlands - Perkins
If you're spending some time in Highlands - Perkins, Alex Box Stadium and Tiger Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Mid City South
If you're spending some time in Mid City South, Corporate Square Mall and Independence Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
