Title: Visit Downtown East: 2026 Downtown East, Baton Rouge Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Downtown East](https://expedia.com/Downtown-East-Hotels.d980970783658475520.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Baton Rouge](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Baton-Rouge.d603004.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Baton Rouge](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Baton-Rouge.d603004.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Downtown East](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-East.d980970783658475520.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown East Vacations](https://expedia.com/Downtown-East.d980970783658475520.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown East, LA ## Baton Rouge ## Visit Downtown East Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Baton Rouge Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Baton-Rouge.dx603004) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Baton Rouge, Louisiana, LSU, Mississppi River Bridge, and State Capital](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077116/0158e59a-ecd2-4f7e-a449-54795dd92ccd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Louisiana State University 4.5/5(599 reviews) Explore the campus of Louisiana State University, during your travels in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football game. [](https://expedia.com/Louisiana-State-University-Highlands-Perkins.d6077116.Vacation-Attraction) ![Statue at the Mississippi River in New Orleans, Louisiana](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077134/f5a0fac9-3d00-4e71-adfb-2670e762e92f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mall of Louisiana 4.5/5(360 reviews) During your trip to Baton Rouge, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Louisiana. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.com/Mall-Of-Louisiana-South-Baton-Rouge.d6077134.Vacation-Attraction) ![Taken from a drone. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/708/1a9c522a-822e-434c-be71-bedd799f7ad2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tiger Stadium 4.5/5(332 reviews) Catch an event at Tiger Stadium during your trip to Baton Rouge. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a football game in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Tiger-Stadium-Highlands-Perkins.d6077118.Vacation-Attraction) ![Baton Rouge River Center which includes a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091605/9eb4a68b-60a4-46c8-85da-4d5f3e35d3db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raising Cane's River Center 4/5(274 reviews) Attend star-studded musical performances, family-friendly theater productions, stand-up comedy shows and symphony orchestras at this riverside entertainment complex. [](https://expedia.com/Raising-Canes-River-Center-Historic-Downtown-Baton-Rouge.d6091605.Vacation-Attraction) ![Louisiana State Capitol which includes a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077104/d0ecb4fc-a3ef-4772-b7b7-511b7d2fd5ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Louisiana State Capitol 4/5(127 reviews) Enjoy sweeping city views from the observation deck of this art deco tower, which has witnessed significant moments in Louisiana’s history. [](https://expedia.com/Louisiana-State-Capitol-Historic-Downtown-Baton-Rouge.d6077104.Vacation-Attraction) ![Old State Capitol showing an administrative buidling and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077108/b49a035c-afbf-4bcb-af2a-8575863a0da8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old State Capitol 4.5/5(180 reviews) Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History. [](https://expedia.com/Old-State-Capitol-Historic-Downtown-Baton-Rouge.d6077108.Vacation-Attraction) --- ## Downtown East Hotel Deals ![Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2224800/2224795/fe3bf364_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge 7939 Essen Park Baton Rouge LA $94 nightly $110 total Mar 5 - Mar 6 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,696 reviews) Everything was great… The kickback if the best…!!! Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F5%2F2026&endDate=3%2F6%2F2026&selected=2224795&PinnedHotelID=2224795&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980970783658475520) ![Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578700/578637/w808h644x1y0-f71c081c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel 102 France St Baton Rouge LA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $110 nightly $129 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, a casino, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Raising Cane's River Center ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (300 reviews) The rooms were very clean and comfortable! The restaurant is amazing!! Shout out to the chefs for making our night amazing!! The casino was fun also plenty of spots to play. I will definitely comeback if I'm in the area again. Thank you!! Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=578637&PinnedHotelID=578637&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980970783658475520) ![L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5710000/5701800/5701737/0f4d9278_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge 777 L'Auberge Avenue Baton Rouge LA $95 nightly $111 total Mar 5 - Mar 6 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Clean, Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F5%2F2026&endDate=3%2F6%2F2026&selected=5701737&PinnedHotelID=5701737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980970783658475520) ![Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21700/21620/b3a96a74_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area 2421 S Acadian Thruway Baton Rouge LA $98 nightly $114 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Great clean room Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=21620&PinnedHotelID=21620&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980970783658475520) ![Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4410000/4406500/4406449/136947d7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel 7000 Bluebonnet Blvd Baton Rouge LA $152 nightly $182 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Spotless room. Great property. Courteous, attentive staff! Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=4406449&PinnedHotelID=4406449&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980970783658475520) ![Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1532700/1532626/4a87d2a3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center 201 Lafayette St Baton Rouge LA $99 nightly $116 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews) Friendly staff, convenient location, clean, great bar/drinks! 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[](https://expedia.com/Baton-Rouge-Historic-Downtown-Baton-Rouge.dx6341124) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old South Baton Rouge If you're spending some time in Old South Baton Rouge, Howard Wilkinson Bridge and Belle of Baton Rouge Casino are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Baton-Rouge-Old-South-Baton-Rouge.dx980971278924476416) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Nairn Drive Park. [](https://expedia.com/Baton-Rouge-Valley-Park.dx981144781969682432) ![Old State Capitol in Baton Rouge, Louisiana](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480884/cac35667-27ba-4f08-9f3a-d695d8a836a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mid City North 4.5/5(12 area reviews) While visiting Mid City North, you might make a stop by sights like Plank Road Village Shopping Center and Red Dragon Listening Room. [](https://expedia.com/Baton-Rouge-Mid-City-North.dx553248635976480884) ![APRIL 27, 2019 LOUISIANA, USA -Grammercy Veterans Memorial Bridge crossing Mississippi River, Louisiana](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007267/68923f27-3e07-4667-b436-b4bd7dd5b5bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lobdell/Woodale 3.5/5(25 area reviews) While there might not be top attractions in Lobdell/Woodale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Circle Bowl and Choctaw Village Shopping Center. 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