Plan Your Visit

We have you covered on where to go, what to see and how to get around in Louisiana’s Capital City.

Find inspiration in our trip ideas or Welcome Guide, or allow Baton Rouge locals at one of our three Welcome Centers to help guide you. We’re here to make planning your trip to Baton Rouge as seamless as possible!

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Visitor Guides

Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Mississippi River Bridge

Maps
Downtown

Welcome Centers

Frequently Asked Questions

Most visitors find that 3-4 days is enough to explore the city’s food, attractions, and local culture at a comfortable pace. But of course, we encourage you to stay as long as you please!

Yes, the city offers everything from classic Cajun and Creole dishes to modern, chef-driven restaurants.

Yes, there are museums, parks, and interactive attractions that make it a great option for families.

Mississippi River Bridge
First Timer's Guide to Baton Rouge
First time in Baton Rouge? No, not us, not our first time. Planning trips is hard enough, let alone to a new city, but…
Red Stick Sculpture on the bluffs
The Red Stick Story
Baton Rouge, or "The Red Stick," carries a name as bold as its history.
Louisiana Art & Science Museum
The Crossroads of Culture: Museums in Baton Rouge
Three hundred years is a long time – long enough to have accumulated plenty of topics and history to overflow the walls of museums…
Experience Passports
We’re sharing a taste of authentic Louisiana culture with our Baton Rouge Passports and Trails!

Featured Stories

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Louisiana State Capitol Building
Turkey Trot
Festival of Lights
A couple holding a baby pointing at a Christmas light display
Mid City Beer Garden
Elsie's Plate & Pie
Discover Small Businesses in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge has no shortage of local businesses worth your time and your dollars.
Ways To Celebrate National Louisiana Day in Baton Rouge
National Louisiana Day falls on November 9, and there’s no better place to mark it than Baton Rouge.
How to Spend Thanksgiving in Baton Rouge
Thanksgiving weekend in Baton Rouge is more than just a holiday. It’s a full weekend of food, community, and things to do across the city.
Ring in the Holiday Season at the Festival of Lights
Baton Rouge’s favorite downtown holiday tradition is back, and this year it’s going all day.
Experience the Magic of Baton Rouge’s Holiday Light Shows & Displays
Looking for the best Christmas lights in the Baton Rouge area? We’ve rounded up some favorites to help you share the holiday spirit with friends and family.
Things to Do in Baton Rouge this November
That chill in the air means fall is callin’ Baton Rouge, and if you know, you know.
BR Brews: Breweries, Beer Gardens and Taprooms in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge is for (beer) lovers! Beer-centric events like Brew at the Zoo and Cap City Beer Fest are quickly approaching, but those aren’t the only times you can enjoy an icy cold one here in Baton Rouge…
Best Brunch in Baton Rouge: Locals Picks for Every Craving
Brunch in Baton Rouge isn’t just a meal — it’s a weekend ritual. Whether you’re craving crispy bacon, shrimp and grits, or bottomless mimosas, the city has a brunch spot for every mood.