Welcome to Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Please review our Visitors Guide for a directory of services of things to do and places to go in Baton Rouge, all designed to make your visit for a
sports event more enjoyable !

Baton Rouge literally means "redstick," but visitors to our city know that
Baton Rouge means Old South beauty, Creole culture, Cajun zest,
colorful politics and an all-around good time.

With the many cultures contributing to the cuisine in Baton Rouge ,
there is a blend of Creole and Cajun mixed in with Italian, German, Spanish, Caribbean and Greek influences.

While driving around Baton Rouge , you are sure to notice the large balconies and many doors that adorn the homes. This is a mixture of African American and Caribbean influences.

While down here in the South, you are sure to hear people convert to and from French in their everyday conversations. There are words such as Cher , a term of endearment; envie, which is a longing for something, usually food in the South; and of course beignets, cafe au lait, and etouffe, which you are sure to hear while visiting Baton Rouge.

Baton Rouge’s rich cultural tradition can be seen in its unique attractions, heard in its Zydeco, Blues and Cajun music, and tasted in its blend of Creole, African American, French and Spanish cuisine. Baton Rouge is truly the center of Louisiana ’s cultural excitement.

No trip would be complete without experiencing the picturesque ride along River Road out to one of the Baton Rouge Area's numerous antebellum homes. Spend the day exploring Nottoway , Oak Alley, Houmas House, Magnolia Mound, The Myrtles or one of the many other beautiful and mysterious plantations in the Baton Rouge area.

From every direction, everything uniquely Louisiana culminates in the state’s capital city. Experience the downtown renaissance at the Shaw Center for the Arts with theatrical performances, art galleries, fine dining and more. Get a bird’s eye view of the city from the observation deck of the 34-story State Capitol, and then walk right across the street to visit the brand new Louisiana State Museum . And while you’re downtown, dive into the colorful history of Louisiana politics at the Old State Capitol and the Old Governor’s Mansion, built by legendary Governor Huey P. Long.

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