Baton Rouge Historic Downtown Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Lafayette, USAby WalknTours
- 1 hour
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Viberest eSIM
Stay connected in USA
Overview
On this Historic Baton Rouge Self Guided Location Aware Audio Walking tour you will see Baton Rogue’s historic gems, historic spots and discover it's story. Go at your own pace, anytime. On the tour you’ll see the old Governor’s Mansion, The old state capital You'll walk along the Mississippi, the Red Stick statue, The best local place to each Cajun food, The Kress Building - civil rights historic spots The State Capital St. Joe's The Capital Gardens The Huey Long Statue The Hebe statue And more! And and you'll hear the city’s history, secrets, the story of the swamp blues, the history of the Canadians that became raging Cajuns, Mark Twain’s feelings of the city, the little white house, the castle and so much more. The tour starts at the Old Governor’s mansion.
What's included
- Self Guided Smart Phone Guided Tour in Baton Rouge on our Walking Tour App
- No food, drinks, or admission, the tour is all outside.
Itinerary
- 1
The Old Governor's Mansion
Pass by
The tour starts at what is known is the little white house, you'll hear it story, the governors and then explore Baton Rouge.
- 2
Stop 2
10 min
The tour stops at the Old State Captial, that looks like a castle. You'll hear about its history, about Mark Twain, and it's free to enter!
- 3
Stop 3
10 min
The tour goes to the red stick statue where you'll hear how the city got it's name and the people that came before it.
- 4
Stop 4
10 min
See the Sing the River Sculpture and hear the history of the Mississippi and the people that lived here.
- 5
Stop 5
5 min
Discover the best cajun food and learn how the Cajuns came to Louisiana from Canada.
- 6
Stop 6
5 min
Learn the civil rights story in Baton Rouge and how it inspired the rest of the country.
- 7
Stop 7
10 min
The tour ends at the Tallest State Capital Building in the USA, where you'll hear about Huey Long, how he pushed to build it and the history of the city.
- 8
Downtown
20 min
The tour wills top at plenty of stops in the city, walk along the river and tell the history from the beginning to now.
Meeting and pickup
The tour starts outside the Old Governors Mansion, also known as the little white house. You'll learn it' history, about the Governor's that made this home and why it's the little white house. Then you'll be guided step by step through Baton Rouge.
End point
The tour ends at the New state house, the tallest in the USA, and after the tour feel free to enter and take the elevator up to the observation deck.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Stay online in USA — from the moment you land in Lafayette
- Maps, translation & messaging — no roaming fees
- Install by QR in minutes, keep your own number
- Delivered to your email right after checkout
More things to do in Lafayette
View all
ToursCajun Food Tour by Bus in Lafayette
Lafayette, USA
3.3 hours
3.3 hoursFree cancellation
from $89
ToursTour Historic Vermilionville
Lafayette, USA
1 hour
1 hourFree cancellation
from $35
ToursDowntown Lafayette Cajun History & Folklore Walking Tour
Lafayette, USA
2 hours
2 hoursFree cancellation
from $20
ToursAwesome Bar Hunt: Baton Rouge Goes Rogue
Lafayette, USA
2 hours
2 hours
from $12
ToursAmazing Scavenger Hunt: Lafayette In Full Bloom
Lafayette, USA
2 hours
2 hours
from $12
Bookings are made with our partner Viator. Viberest may earn a commission when you book through these links, at no extra cost to you.
from $9per person
Date & travelers on Viator