As a capital city, Baton Rouge is rich in sites associated with Louisiana's history. The Louisiana State Capitol was commissioned by Governor Huey P Long in 1931 and has some stunning Art Deco murals. Ironically, four years later, Governor Long was assassinated in the corridors of the capitol.

The other sites worth visiting include the Old State Capitol on the river front which houses the new Center for Political and Government History and the LSU Rural Life Museum devoted to the state's history. Get close to nature at the Magnolia Mound Plantation garden, replete with influences from the West Indies. Baton Rouge is a good base to explore the Plantation Country with their fine large homes such as the Oak Alley home, the Haumas House and Nottoway Plantation.

Baton Rouge can be reached by car on I-10 and the U.S. 61 from New Orleans. There is a Greyhound Lines bus service to the city. From New Orleans Amtrak station, there are connecting buses to Baton Rouge. Getting around in Baton Rouge is tricky as the bus service is not too regular. Definately better to have your own car.  

As far as cuisine is concerned fried, breaded seafood is the specialty of the city and there are several restaurants serving these delicacies. One can also sample fine Cajun food at these places. Students from the nearby Lousiana State University campus set the pace for nightlife in the city in the many pubs and bars on Highland Avenue

Accommodation in Baton Rouge is not plentiful in town. For reasonably priced accommodation, consider the motel chains along I-10. Banks are open weekdays from 9am-3pm. Money and travelers cheques can be changed here. Post office located at750 Florida Blvd open weekdays 8.30am-5pm. Local and international calls can be made from any phone booth using coins or a phone card. Newspaper dailies are available as are magazines and books.