What Is In Baton Rouge?

5 Things You Must Do While You Are in Baton Rouge

Set along the Mississippi River, are the Old State Capitol, the USS Kidd, and the Old Governor's Mansion. Folks also relish riverfront casinos, bustling nightclubs, Cajun-Creole restaurants, and the vigor of LSU and Southern University.  If you are planning on travelling to Baton Rouge, then here are the top 5 things which you should do whilst you are here.


1. Visit the Magnolia Mound Plantation
For a taste of history the Magnolia Mound began as a small, late 18th-century home and was expanded into a plantation home.  Guides in period costume point out gardens, dependencies, and slave cabins.

2. Baton Rouge Zoo
For the family more than 1800 animals from Asia, Africa, North and South America make their home here. Other attractions include train rides, a cafe, playground, and petting zoo.

3. Belle at Baton Rouge
If you fancy your luck try the Belle at Baton Rouge. Docked on the Mississippi, this triple-deck riverboat easily takes care of folks who want to indulge in a bit of gaming. Free parking and complimentary drinks add to the appeal.

4. Alligator Bayou
For the nature lovers the Louisiana swamplands, with all their attendant wildlife, have you apprehensive – or just plain curious – plan to visit Alligator Bayou. Dozens of resident alligators are all on view, and you can even get up-close and personal with some.

5. USS Kidd and Nautical Center
For lovers of history this Center pays tribute to Louisiana natives who have fallen in battle, this ship and nautical complex offer a variety of wartime artifacts and mementoes.  The Nautical Center houses military aircraft, an extensive collection of model ships, and other memorabilia.