Key attractions
Landmarks include the 19th century Old Louisiana State Capitol, now a museum but once the hub of local politics, and its Art Deco successor is impressive. For a glimpse into plantation life, visits to Notoway, Myrtles, and Magnolia House mansions with their antebellum architecture make for a great day out, and the Louisiana State Museum’s Rural Life Museum displays settlers’ and farmers’ lives over the ages. Baton Rouge Zoo and the Art and Science Museum are fun for family visits, as is the Blue Bayou Water Park and the USS Kidd, a WWII destroyer moored at the port.
Having fun
Baton Rouge is big on fun, to the extent that it has two designated arts and cultural districts, Mid-City and Perkins Road. The university’s Swine Palace is a premier theater company with regular shows, there’s an upcoming Circus Artists group, and professional opera and ballet companies perform regularly, as does the city’s Symphony Orchestra. The dining scene here focuses mostly on traditional Southern family foods with a good sprinkling of Indian, Chinese, Mexican, and other ethnic eateries, and the liveliest bars are found around the university.
Shopping
Shopping outlets in Baton Rouge are mainly centered on local trade, with the Mall of Louisiana on Bluebonnet Boulevard the most popular. Brand name stores, a department store, and various individual boutiques and electronics stores, a movie theatre, and the usual fast food outlets keep residents happy as well as those on a weekend shop from rural areas. The town center holds most of the venues, and the suburban areas each have their own, smaller shopping centers. As in most US cities, factory outlets offering bargain fashions can be found on the outskirts of town.
Nearby
Baton Rouge is the perfect base for a daytrip to the South’s most famous tourist destination, New Orleans, with its picturesque French Quarter, mysterious voodoo legends, and jazz-flavored nightlife. Other districts have their own charms, such as the beautiful architecture and funky stores of Uptown, Frenchman’s Street with its authentic jazz in Downriver, the restaurants and forts in Lakeside, and the historic Algiers quarter. The Cajun Wetlands and their quaint villages will delight eco-buffs, and Lafayette is known for its National Parks Museum.
Our recommendations in Baton Rouge
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Red Roof Inn Baton Rouge
Located in Baton Rouge's Broadmoor neighborhood, Red Roof Inn Baton Rouge is in the business district and near theme parks. Baton Rouge River Center and Rural Life Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Mall of Louisiana and Gateway 12 Shopping Center. Check out an event or a game at Tiger Stadium, and consider making time for Blue Bayou Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed.
InTown Suites Extended Stay Baton Rouge
Located in Baton Rouge, InTown Suites Baton Rouge is near the airport. Baton Rouge River Center and Rural Life Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old City Hall and Howard Wilkinson Bridge. Check out an event or a game at Tiger Stadium, and consider making time for Blue Bayou Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed.
Belle of Baton Rouge Casino Hotel
Located in Baton Rouge, Belle of Baton Rouge Casino Hotel is in the city center. Blue Bayou Waterpark and Mike the Tiger Habitat are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Mall of Louisiana and Corporate Square Mall. Baton Rouge Zoo and Rockstar Racing are also worth visiting.
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Baton Rouge University Area
With a stay at La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Baton Rouge University Area in Baton Rouge (Highlands - Perkins), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Louisiana State University and Baton Rouge River Center. Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Extended Stay America Suites Baton Rouge Citiplace
Located in Baton Rouge, Extended Stay America - Baton Rouge - Citiplace is in an area with good shopping. Howell Park Golf Course and LSU Ticket Office are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nairn Drive Park and 48th Street Park. Check out an event or a game at Tiger Stadium, and consider making time for Blue Bayou Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed.
Hilton Garden Inn Baton Rouge Airport
Located in Baton Rouge, Hilton Garden Inn Baton Rouge Airport is in the business district and near the airport. Old Arsenal Museum and Pentagon Barracks are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Baton Rouge Zoo and Mike the Tiger Habitat. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tiger Stadium or A.W. Mumford Stadium.
Best Western LSU/Medical Corridor Inn & Suites
Located in Baton Rouge, Best Western LSU/Medical Corridor Inn & Suites is in the city center and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center and Sherwood South Shopping Center, while Baton Rouge River Center and Rural Life Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Blue Bayou Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Tiger Stadium.
Springhill Suites By Marriott Baton Rouge South
In the city center, Springhill Suites By Marriott Baton Rouge South is in an area with good shopping. Howard Wilkinson Bridge and Magnolia Mound Plantation House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center and Sherwood South Shopping Center. Check out an event or a game at Tiger Stadium, and consider making time for Blue Bayou Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed.