The 5 Best Historic Sites in Baton Rouge, Louisiana (LA)

February 3, 2022 Randal Brittian

Settled by Europeans on Native American hunting grounds, the city of Baton Rouge has grown up under the influence of English, French, Spanish, and native cultures. The city is proud of its Cajun and Creole heritage, with clubs famous for playing the blues, and streets full of restaurants serving up everything from spicy Bayou foods to Caribbean home cooking. Located on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi delta, visitors can watch the sun set over the levees or ride on a riverboat casino.
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1. The Old Governor's Mansion

502 North Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802-5719 +1 225-387-2464 http://www.oldgovernorsmansion.org/indexOGM.shtm
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4.5 based on 128 reviews

The Old Governor's Mansion

Once the home to nine Louisiana Governors, this restored house museum includes memorabilia such as Huey Long's pajamas and Jimmie Davis' guitar, and is furnished to reflect the era in which it was occupied, 1930-1962.

Reviewed By gabrielsmom - Hudson, United States

Time to kill and beat the heat? Take your self guided tour through the mansion and BR history. Super clean, well lit and spacious.

2. Louisiana's Old State Capitol

100 North Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70801-1502 +1 800-488-2968 [email protected] http://www.louisianaoldstatecapitol.org
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4.5 based on 693 reviews

Louisiana's Old State Capitol

Louisiana's Old State Capitol sits on a hill overlooking the Mississippi River in downtown Baton Rouge. Completed in 1849, the castle-like fortress has been restored to its original grandeur. It houses both traditional and state-of-the-art interactive exhibits and a multi-media film presentation. Audio tours available in English, French, German and Spanish. Free admission.

Reviewed By BHartMich - Northville, United States

We walked in on a whim, and enjoyed a short time walking around the old state capitol. Upon entry we were greeted by a guide who gave us an quick overview, and then gave us a sheet enabling us to do a self guided tour. We could have spent longer than the 20 minutes we did, but we wanted to walk around the city a bit more. It is a beautiful building inside and out, with some very interesting history, and well worth stopping by.

3. Magnolia Mound Plantation

2161 Nicholson Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70802-8157 +1 225-343-4955 http://www.brec.org/index.cfm/park/detail/112
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4.0 based on 157 reviews

Magnolia Mound Plantation

Dating back to the late 18th century, this historic home is one of the oldest wooden buildings in Louisiana. It was spared from demolition in the 1960s and is now open for tours.

Reviewed By 708garyb

While I abhor the practice of enslavement, it is important to know about both the day-to-day lives of enslaved and slavers, alike. Magnolia Mound shows the intricate details of the lives lived by all inhabitants of a sugar cane plantation, in the Bayou Country of southern Louisiana. The stories of both the Creole French and the American owners, as well as of the slaves and the overseers, were well-related by the docent on duty. One is free to walk the grounds of most of the property, with the Historic House only accessible with a docent present. Photography is allowed in all areas, except the interior of the Historic House.

4. St. Joseph Cathedral

412 North St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802-5496 +1 225-387-5928 http://www.cathedralofstjoseph.org
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4.0 based on 30 reviews

St. Joseph Cathedral

5. Pentagon Barracks

North Riverside Mall, Baton Rouge, LA
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3.5 based on 19 reviews

Pentagon Barracks

Reviewed By D8688WHrickh - Baton Rouge, United States

This is a great place to take pictures. During prom and homecoming weekends, this area is very busy with kids and parents trying to get the perfect photos.

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