Old South Baton Rouge, LA
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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.
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.
Magnolia Mound
It’s one thing to see the past through relics and antiquities, but it’s another to live in it. Visit this park for a bit of old Southern living.
Things to do
Atchafalaya Basin: 2.5 Hr. Guided Kayak Tour
Old South Baton Rouge Hotel Deals
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
The hotel was beautiful, the room was perfect. The staff were friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Everyone was super sweet, the food at the cafe was excellent, the room was very comfortable and the location was great! The only thing that was a bit of a pain was that their parking lot is teeny tiny and we got in pretty late at night & it was full, so we had to get up early to move the car over ...
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Stay close to LSU's Tiger Stadium and downtown.
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Everything was nice
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Super friendly and helpful staff, clean luxurious rooms, several restaurants onsite, convenient and comfortable.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
There was no business center with desktop computer availability
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Old South 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.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Historic district in downtown Baton Rouge features 43 commercial buildings dating from c.1860 to mid-1950s, along 3rd Street. Explore the area's rich history and architectural charm while strolling through the district.
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.
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.