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Free Things to Do in Baton Rouge

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Downtown

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

In Baton Rouge, there's an abundance of things to do without ever having to pay a dime. Here are some of the best things you can do in the city for FREE!

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First Free Sunday

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Louisiana Art & Science Museum

4.6 (331 Google reviews)

100 S River Rd
Baton Rouge, LA

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Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

Closed

Wednesday:

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Thursday:

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Friday:

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Saturday:

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday:

1:00 – 5:00 PM

On the first Sunday of every month, visitors and locals can enjoy free admission to museums, offering the perfect opportunity to learn more about the state's art, history and culture. Make a plan to check all of these museums off your bucket list and see the unique exhibitions and installations each one has to offer: Capitol Park Museum Louisiana Art & Science Museum LSU Museum of Art Magnolia Mound Plantation

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Attend a free festival or event

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Perkins Road Overpass

5.0 (2 Google reviews)

2529-2301 Perkins Rd
Baton Rouge, LA

In Louisiana’s Capital City, we like to have a good time! If you're visiting, make sure to stop by one of our many free festivals going on: Mardi Gras Fifolet Halloween Festival and Parade Wearin' of the Green Parade Live After Five Ebb & Flow Festival Baton Rouge Blues Festival Hot Art Cool Nights White Light Night Festival of Lights Red Stick Revelry 4th of July Fireworks Show

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Bring your dog to a dog park

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Dog Park at Burbank Park

4.6 (484 Google reviews)

12400 Burbank Dr
Baton Rouge, LA

Open daily except Mondaysee hourshide hours

Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday:

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday:

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday:

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday:

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday:

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

For your furry friends, BREC has many dog parks in the Baton Rouge area. Since they’re spread over multiple community parks, you’re bound to find the perfect park for your pup!

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Visit Louisiana's Old State Capitol

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Louisiana's Old State Capitol

4.7 (1.0K Google reviews)

100 North Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA

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Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday:

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday:

Closed

Admission is always free at Louisiana’s Old State Capitol, which houses the Museum of Political History. Walk through the state’s storied history in the gothic-style building, and learn about one of the most infamous governors in history, Huey P. Long.

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Say hi to Mike the Tiger

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Mike the Tiger's Habitat

4.8 (1.9K Google reviews)

16 N Stadium Dr
Baton Rouge, LA

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Monday:

Open 24 hours

Tuesday:

Open 24 hours

Wednesday:

Open 24 hours

Thursday:

Open 24 hours

Friday:

Open 24 hours

Saturday:

Open 24 hours

Sunday:

Open 24 hours

Visit LSU's live mascot at his habitat on the university's campus.

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Louisiana State Capitol Observation Deck

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Louisiana State Capitol

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

Head to the 27th floor of the Louisiana State Capitol building where you're sure to be speechless after seeing a breathtaking view of Baton Rouge and beyond.

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Snap a pic in front of a Baton Rouge mural

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Riverfront Plaza & City Dock

4.6 (712 Google reviews)

300 S River Rd
Baton Rouge, LA

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Monday:

Open 24 hours

Tuesday:

Open 24 hours

Wednesday:

Open 24 hours

Thursday:

Open 24 hours

Friday:

Open 24 hours

Saturday:

Open 24 hours

Sunday:

Open 24 hours

Explore any neighborhood in Baton Rouge, and you’re sure to stumble upon a gallery of murals and street art. Whether commissioned by a business or part of a larger project such as The Walls Project, each mural adds color and character to the Capital City. Grab your camera and a friend and embark on a tour of murals in Baton Rouge!

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See the Red Stick Sculpture

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The Red Stick Sculpture

3.8 (5 Google reviews)

Leon Netterville Dr
Baton Rouge, LA

Located on Southern University's campus, you can see the sculpture of the Red Stick in the location where it is said Baton Rouge got its name - 300 years ago!

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