Spanish Town Historic District

Baton Rouge

Spanish Town Historic District which includes a house
Spanish Town Historic District featuring signage
Spanish Town Historic District featuring café lifestyle and outdoor eating as well as a small group of people
Spanish Town Historic District which includes signage and a city
Arsenal Park which includes a park
Pink flamingos represent the eclectic and eccentric culture, while historic houses remind us of the early beginnings of this old quarter.

As the oldest neighborhood in Baton Rouge, the Spanish Town Historic District is characterized by its 19th-century house façades. Sweeping across an area of 50 acres (20 hectares), the district is known for hosting the city’s largest Mardi Gras parade. Consider the rich history and varied culture of this zone as you stroll down its charming tree-lined streets.

Reach the Pino House that was constructed in 1823, making it the oldest structure in the district. Admire the wood frame and elegant style of this cottage-like building. A little east along the same street stands the Potts House, which was built in 1846 and showcases a classic revival design. Check out the nearby Stewart-Dougherty House that has also stood on this street since the 1850s.

Sip hot beverages and people-watch in the century-old Spanish Town Market, which plays a key role in the local culture. Here, you have the opportunity to chat with locals and listen to live music.

Bordering the northwestern limits of the historic zone is State Capitol Park, which features landscape gardens and views of the towering State Capitol Building that houses the Louisiana Welcome Center. Learn about local history and culture in the Capitol Park Museum at the southern end of the park. The zone developed in the early 19th century, becoming a hub for Spanish-speaking immigrants.

Plan to visit Baton Rouge in early spring to marvel at the extravagant and satirical floats that pass by in the Mardi Gras parade. Much of the parade centers on crass or adult humor, making it somewhat inappropriate for children, but wildly popular with adult residents and visitors. Notice the array of pink flamingo models, which have become a symbol of the area’s eccentricity.

The Spanish Town Historic District runs across the center of Baton Rouge. Take a bus to one of the many stops across this old quarter or walk here from the coast in just a few minutes. Head south for local landmarks such as the LSU Museum of Art, Louisiana’s Old State Capitol and the Raising Cane’s River Center Arena.


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Top hotels in Spanish Town Historic District

Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
3 out of 5
6080 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA
The price is €102 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
€102
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Excellent location, close to shopping mall and dining areas all within walking locations. Hotel accommodations were great as well as the friendly staff."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

Hyatt Place Baton Rouge/I-10
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
3 out of 5
7939 Essen Park, Baton Rouge, LA
The price is €118 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
€118
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,253 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025

Drury Inn & Suites Baton Rouge
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
3 out of 5
101 ST FERDINAND STREET, Baton Rouge, LA
The price is €133 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€133
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (375 reviews)
"Staff was nice. Property is clean."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
2.5 out of 5
4646 Constitution Ave, Baton Rouge, LA
The price is €105 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€105
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (906 reviews)
"Unavoidable noise from interstate traffic. Still slept well."

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Hampton Inn Baton Rouge - I-10 & College Dr.
Comfort Suites Baton Rouge South I-10
Comfort Suites Baton Rouge South I-10
2.5 out of 5
5600 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA
The price is €85 per night from 1 May to 2 May
€85
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.6/10 (491 reviews)
"Our shower did not work."

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2025

Comfort Suites Baton Rouge South I-10
The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU
The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU
3 out of 5
3848 West Lakeshore Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €149 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
€149
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Baton Rouge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice. However, the roads to get there were awful."

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2025

The Cook Hotel and Conference Center at LSU
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