Baton Rouge, LA

Travel Guide

Howard Wilkinson Bridge showing a river or creek, a sunset and a bridge
Howard Wilkinson Bridge showing a river or creek, a sunset and a bridge
Baton Rouge showing heritage elements
Baton Rouge showing signage
Louisiana Art and Science Museum which includes modern architecture and night scenes

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Where to stay in Baton Rouge

Not only is the building beautifully built with amazing detail, on the 27th floor, there's an observation platform and you can check out the entire city! It's pretty beautiful!

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.

Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
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Highlands - Perkins

4/5(492 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Highlands - Perkins, Alex Box Stadium and Tiger Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Highlands - Perkins
  view of the Baton Rouge bridge on Interstate Ten over the Miss

South Baton Rouge

4/5(447 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in South Baton Rouge, Perkins Rowe and Topgolf are top sights worth seeing.

South Baton Rouge
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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.

Mid City South
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Old South Baton Rouge

If you're spending some time in Old South Baton Rouge, Howard Wilkinson Bridge and Bally's Baton Rouge Casino are top sights worth seeing.

Old South Baton Rouge
Louisiana State Capitol Building - Baton Rouge, LA

Central

Though Central might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Trout Lake and Samuel D'Agostino Park.

Central
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge

Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge

3 out of 5
7939 Essen Park Baton Rouge LA
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 ...
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge

L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge

4 out of 5
777 L'Auberge Avenue Baton Rouge LA
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. ...
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel

Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel

3.5 out of 5
102 France St Baton Rouge LA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a casino. Popular attractions Raising Cane's River Center and ...
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tiger's Trail RV Resort

Tiger's Trail RV Resort

3 out of 5
15001 River Rd Baton Rouge LA
Stay at this cottage in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions L'Auberge Casino & Hotel and Mall of Louisiana are ...
Tiger's Trail RV Resort
StayAE - High Rise

StayAE - High Rise

3.5 out of 5
440 on Third Baton Rouge LA
Stay at this apartment in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Raising Cane's River Center and Tiger Stadium ...
StayAE - High Rise
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Baton Rouge

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
682
5 - Excellent 32%
4 - Good
979
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
377
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
42
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
32
1 - Terrible 2%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

If Covid-19 stay at home order had not been in place the trip would have been mich better. No amenities like food on site, poolside open, had to call each time to be let in and out hotel. No room service :(

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Unfortunately traffic in the Baton Rouge area is heavy most of the time.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was just a visit to the home of friends.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lived her all my life. I just needed a staycation!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Baton Rouge just don’t like the oyo hotel

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice walking area didnt see much tho i arrive so late

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