Downtown East
Baton Rouge
Visit Downtown East
Popular places to visit
Louisiana State University
Explore the campus of Louisiana State University during your travels in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
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.
Tiger Stadium
Catch an event at Tiger Stadium during your trip to Baton Rouge. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a football match in the area.
Mall of Louisiana
During your trip to Baton Rouge, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall of Louisiana. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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.
Old State Capitol
Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History.
Things to do
Atchafalaya Basin: 2.5 Hr. Guided Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Downtown East
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
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Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
I would rate everything as, “excellent,” except for one thing: parking. We stayed 14 nights. On one of the fourteen nights we were able to park in handicap parking. Both of us are lucky in that we can still travel, but we are both in our upper 70’s and both have medical problems that our doctors ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
Super friendly and helpful staff, clean luxurious rooms, several restaurants onsite, convenient and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
There was no business center with desktop computer availability
Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Baton Rouge Acadian Centre/LSU Area
Cortney at the front desk was awesome.
Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2026
Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel
Everything was magn̈ificent, the food was very nice. The room was spotless ànd my wheelchair ramp was left on the plane. He never complained about helping me. They called 911 to help me into bed. Boy those Louisiana guys are gorgeous. Lol
Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown East
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.
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.
Old South Baton Rouge
While visiting Old South Baton Rouge, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Mound and 13th Gate Haunted House.
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.
Mid City North
If you're spending some time in Mid City North, Plank Road Village Shopping Center and Red Dragon Listening Room are top sights worth seeing.
Lobdell/Woodale
While there might not be top attractions in Lobdell/Woodale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Circle Bowl and Mid-City Shopping Center.
