Louisiana State Capitol
A skyscraper capitol with views of the river from the 27th floor.
Baton Rouge
Louisiana's capital on the Mississippi, with America's tallest state capitol, built by Huey Long, where he was assassinated.
At 34 stories, the Art Deco capitol has a free observation deck. Plantations line the river.
- Best Time
- Spring and fall
- Time Needed
- Half a day
- Cost Level
- $$$$
- Open
- Year-round
- Getting There
- About 80 minutes from New Orleans.
What to See
1 of 3 are freeUSS Kidd
A WWII destroyer on the river.
LSU's Tiger Stadium
Saturday night football in 'Death Valley'.
Know Before You Go
- Check opening hours before you go, especially on weekends and at state buildings.
Where to Stay
Stay downtown.
Where to Eat
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Last checked 2026-11-01. Part of the Southeast list.