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!

River Center Mural

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
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Red Stick Sculpture
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
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Experience Passports
We’re sharing a taste of authentic Louisiana culture with our Baton Rouge Passports and Trails!

Featured Stories

baton rouge beignyays at the fifolet halloween parade
Mid City Beer Garden
A cloaked figure with a pointed hat touches a glowing green crystal ball in a dimly lit, mystical setting filled with books and artifacts.
Family Game Day
Deep dish pizza
Two girls in clown costumes pose together on the streets of Baton Rouge for a Halloween costume event.
Attendees look at wall of book covers at the Louisiana Book Festival in Baton Rouge, LA
Madeline for A City to Share campaign
Things to Do in Baton Rouge this October
Boo! October is here and Baton Rouge is ready to take in all the fall festivities.
Late Night Bites in Baton Rouge
In Baton Rouge, we know that the best meals don't always happen during regular hours.
Most Haunted Places in Baton Rouge
In a city as historic as Baton Rouge, it comes as no surprise that some of the Capital City's most notable locations are known to have a haunting history.
Family Friendly Ways to Spend Game Day in Baton Rouge
Game day in Baton Rouge isn’t just for the grown-ups - it’s a full-on family affair!
It's a Pizza Party: Best Pizza in Baton Rouge
Let's be honest – everybody loves pizza!
Halloween Events in Baton Rouge
Spooky season is in full swing, and there’s no better place to spend it than in Baton Rouge!
Louisiana Book Festival
Calling all bookworms! The Louisiana Book Festival is returning to the Red Stick.
A City to Share: Madeline Ellis
I’m Madeline Ellis, founder and designer of MIMOSA Handcrafted. Baton Rouge has shaped so much of what I make and what I notice, and I’m drawn to the parts of the city that feel layered, lived-in and full…