Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
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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.

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 Bar Hunt: Baton Rouge Goes Rogue

Dinner Detective Interactive True Crime Dinner Show (Baton Rouge)
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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 Capital One Tennis Center at City Park, 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.

Lobdell/Woodale
If you're spending some time in Lobdell/Woodale, Theatre Baton Rouge and Bon Marche Mall are top sights worth seeing.

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 Park Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.