Baton Rouge travel guide

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You're Going to Love Baton Rouge

With a population of 229.493, Baton Rouge is a must-see destination in Louisiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country.

Where to Eat in Baton Rouge

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mansurs On the Boulevard (5720-A Corporate Blvd) and Tsunami Shaw Center - Baton Rouge (100 Lafayette St.) are great picks.

When to visit Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 10075
1 night at 3-star hotel
Baton Rouge in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 10075
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Baton Rouge in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 152 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Baton Rouge, with an average rainfall of 87 mm.

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How to Get to Baton Rouge

Plane

When flying to Baton Rouge, you’ll arrive at Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR), which is located 9 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Baton Rouge from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 45h 10m.

Bus

Busbud operates bus routes to Baton Rouge. The most popular bus station is Baton Rouge Albertson's College Drive, located 6 km from the city centre of Baton Rouge. Baton Rouge Megabus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 1.1 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Baton Rouge, you’ll arrive at Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR), which is located 9 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Baton Rouge from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 45h 10m.

Bus

Busbud operates bus routes to Baton Rouge. The most popular bus station is Baton Rouge Albertson's College Drive, located 6 km from the city centre of Baton Rouge. Baton Rouge Megabus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 1.1 km from the city centre.

Airlines serving Baton Rouge

Lufthansa
Good (4,612 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,929 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,724 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,513 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (707 reviews)
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Where to stay in Baton Rouge

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Regency Inn and Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown.

Where to stay in popular areas of Baton Rouge

Most booked hotels in Baton Rouge

Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 10,425+
Baton Rouge Marriott
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 13,366+
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge/Port Allen
2 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,009+
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,260+
Baton Rouge West Inn
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
₹ 4,671+
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
₹ 13,094+

Hiring a car in Baton Rouge

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Baton Rouge is the Hertz branch at 6868 Florida Blvd, which is 6 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay ₹ 86 per litre in Baton Rouge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,031 and ₹ 1,374. The most frequently booked car type in Baton Rouge is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Baton Rouge is the Hertz branch at 6868 Florida Blvd, which is 6 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay ₹ 86 per litre in Baton Rouge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,031 and ₹ 1,374. The most frequently booked car type in Baton Rouge is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.