Baton Rouge is a city where the weather is always warm, the food is always spicy and the people are always ready to have fun! Come enjoy the Capital City’s eclectic mix of museums, upscale shopping, antebellum homes, festivals, entertainment options, riverboat casinos and more. And while you’re here, be sure to enjoy a taste of our unique regional fare. You’ll discover a variety of tantalizing tastes at all of the Baton Rouge area’s more than 900 restaurants. With everything from heavenly hallelujah crab, succulent crawfish etouffee, delectable sauce-drenched bread pudding and much more, you’ll discover that Baton Rouge truly is Delicious Fun!

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The View from the Top of the Shaw Center for the Arts

The LSU Museum of Art, located in the Shaw Center for the Arts in downtown Baton Rouge, opened in March 2005. The new museum, part of Louisiana State University (LSU), manifests a decade-long vision to offer LSU, the Baton Rouge community and the visitors of Baton Rouge greater access to its diverse art collection, changing exhibitions, education programs, and special events - all within an exceptional cultural complex. Come to the LSU Museum of Art and enjoy 17th - 20th century American and British portraiture, landscape paintings, prints, and much more! More about The View from the Top of the Shaw Center for the Arts

LSU's Mike the Tiger Vl

The old enclosure for Mike the Tiger was only 2,000 square feet in size with minimal amenities. The new environment created for Mike is over 15,000 square feet in size with lush planting, a large Live Oak tree, a beautiful waterfall and a stream evolving from a rocky backdrop overflowing with plants and trees. The habitat has, as a backdrop, an Italianate tower, a campanile, that creates a visual bridge to the Italianate architectural vernacular that is the underpinning of the image of the entire beautiful LSU campus. This spectacular new habitat features state-of-the-art technologies, research, conservation and husbandry programs. It is, in essence, one of the largest and finest Tiger habitats in the United States! More about LSU's Mike the Tiger Vl

The Red Stick on Campus at Southern University

The Choctaw Indians called a red cypress tree it's Houma, meaning red tree or pole. Baton Rouge is French for "red stick". The Red Stick is located on Scott's Bluff at Southern University campus, overlooking the Mississippi River. The "Red Stick" is made of aluminum, it stands a total height of 36 feet. The sculpture was officially dedicated on September 9, 1976. It is believed that the Houmas Indians first erected a pole on that very sight which was used to dry fish and skins and thereby received its red color. More about The Red Stick on Campus at Southern University

Visit the Myrtles Plantation - One of America's Most Haunted Homes

The Myrtles Plantation, circa 1796, invites you to step into the past to experience antebellum splendor. You will see fine antiques and architectural treasures of the South and discover why The Myrtles has been called one of "America's Most Haunted Homes". The Myrtles has been featured in New York Times, Forbes, Gourmet, Veranda, Travel and Leisure, Country Inns, Colonial Homes, Delta SKY, and on the Oprah Show, A & E, The History Channel, The Travel Channel, The Learning Channel, National Geographic Explorer, and GOOD MORNING AMERICA. It was also featured in The Haunting of Louisiana. More about Visiting the Myrtles Plantation - One of America's Most Haunted Homes

Experience the Wild on a Swamp Tour

Cruise into the wild beauty of the Spanish Lake Basin, a primitive wilderness of swamps, bayous and lakes teeming with alligators, birds, turtles, nutria and other animal species! Adore the diversity of the flora including giant old-growth cypress trees and many exotic flowers. During the fully guided tours you will learn a lot about the history, biology and ecology of this area while having lots of fun! More about Experience the Wild on a Swamp Tour

Blue Bayou Water Park - Dixie Landing

Located on 80 acres in Baton Rouge, right next to Blue Bayou Water Park, Dixie Landin' is an Amusement Park designed for the entire family! Dixie Landin contains 26 rides, 10 games and retail shops to pick up souvenir t-shirts, hats, cups and many more items! The Park offers opportunities for picnicking, swimming, music, dancing, socializing, sunning and just plain fun! More about the Blue Bayou Water Park - Dixie Landing

Lousiana's State Capitol - The Tallest State Capitol in the Country

What began as the dream of one man - Governor Huey P. Long - became a symbol of pride, history and the spirit of Louisiana people. The building, completed in 1932 in a mere 14 months, stands on a 27-acre tract. As the tallest capitol in the U.S., the building is 450 feet high with 34 floors. The cost to complete the building cost a modest $5 million to build. There is tremendous symbolism throughout the design of the building, from the outside to the inside, including the Hall and the Senate and House Chambers. The Observation Deck is on the 27th floor and overlooks the city of Baton Rouge at a height of 350 feet. The views of the gardens are spectacular. In 1935, the building that Long built was also the site of his assassination. Senator Long is buried on the grounds and his statue faces the Capitol. More about Lousiana's State Capitol - The Tallest State Capitol in the Country

Legendary Blues Bands at Phil Brady's

Check out the local Blues traditions! Baton Rouge Blues is served up in all sizes, shapes and flavors at Phil Brady's. Come in and experience the Premiere Blues Bar of Baton Rouge. Barbeque, Soul Food, Blues there is always something going on at Phil Brady's. Jam sessions with local and visiting artists in many genres and styles. Baton Rouge’s Premier Blues Bar Come visit us for lunch, drinks, pool and live entertainment. We are not just a blues club... Competitive prices and friendly bartenders who really know how to serve you !!! More about the Legendary Blues Bands at Phil Brady's

A Trip to Tony's Seafood to Pick Up Fresh Blue Crabs

Tony's Seafood sells the absolute best live and boiled seafood in Baton Rouge and is the largest seafood market in the Gulf South. Their deli and delicious plate lunches have become local favorites. One taste and you'll know why people from all over keep coming back for more. And with Tony's convenient in-store grocery, one stop is all you need. Fresh produce, condiments, cold beer, soft drinks and snacks...Tony's has everything to make your gathering complete. Stop by or give us a call today and remember, at Tony's Seafood, no order is too large or to small. More about A Trip to Tony's Seafood to Pick Up Fresh Blue Crabs