Mid City South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mid City South
Popular places to visit
Louisiana State University
Explore the campus of Louisiana State University during your travels in Baton Rouge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
Raising Cane's River Center
Attend star-studded musical performances, family-friendly theater productions, stand-up comedy shows and symphony orchestras at this riverside entertainment complex.
Tiger Stadium
Catch an event at Tiger Stadium during your trip to Baton Rouge. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a football match in the area.
Mall of Louisiana
During your trip to Baton Rouge, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall of Louisiana. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Louisiana State Capitol
Enjoy sweeping city views from the observation deck of this art deco tower, which has witnessed significant moments in Louisiana’s history.
Old State Capitol
Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History.
Our pick of the best Mid City South Hotel Deals
Marriott Baton Rouge
Great
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Tru by Hilton Baton Rouge Citiplace, LA
Great breakfast options, staff was very attentive and friendly. Room was very clean!
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Baton Rouge Citiplace
Great hotel! Loved that it was pet friendly but did not smell like it, if you know what I mean. Kelly was amazing and always readily available to help out. Property/chain is definitely one of our favs now.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Baton Rouge-South by IHG
It was awesome hotel was clean and cozy
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Baton Rouge - Citiplace
I had to request clean towels at the desk when I needed them and the lady in the front informed me that they only clean the hotel room if you stay there more than 14 days?!?! How ridiculous is that no other hotel that I’ve stayed at has had that rule so it wasn’t a good look and when I got there, ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Candlewood Suites Baton Rouge - College Drive by IHG
Bed very comfortable, staff very nice. Very quiet location away from I 10. TV could be bigger or adjustable for view angle. I would stay again.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mid City South
Valley Park
Though Valley Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Corporate Square Mall and Nairn Drive Park.
Lobdell/Woodale
While there might not be top attractions in Lobdell/Woodale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Circle Bowl and Mid-City Shopping Center.
Westminster
Westminster is well liked for many features, particularly its shopping, restaurants and gardens. Though there may not be top sights in Westminster, consider stopping by Rural Life Museum or Mall of Louisiana, located nearby.
Garden District
When in Garden District, you can plan a visit to Red Dragon Listening Room and The Old Governor's Mansion, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Broadmoor
Visitors to Broadmoor like its restaurants and shopping, and Circle Bowl is a sight worth a stop.
Downtown East
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown East and surrounding area, you can visit Red Dragon Listening Room and The Old Governor's Mansion.
