Old South 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.
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 studying the exhibits at USS Kidd Veterans Memorial during your travels in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
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.
Top hotels in Old South Baton Rouge
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Clean/ friendly staff . Nice bar tenders
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Perfect place in downtown Baton Rouge. Close to restaurants and bars. Room was spacious and clean
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Stay close to LSU's Tiger Stadium and downtown.
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Y’all kept my money
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Entertainment options are all there with casino, club and pool
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Overall, it was a nice hotel. But, teh toilet did not have a cover. It was reported to the front desk, but they did not get it fixed in our 2 night stay. Also, there was a randam black sock that was left in our room by roomservice. It was not for us. that was strange. Service could have been more ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old South Baton Rouge
Beauregard Town Historic District
You'll enjoy the seafood restaurants and theatres 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
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown East and surrounding area, you can visit Red Dragon Listening Room and The Old Governor's Mansion.
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Historic Downtown Baton Rouge is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, casinos and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Capitol Park Museum or Shaw Center for the Arts while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Valley Park
Though Valley Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions 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
While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Independence Botanical Gardens.
