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Free Things to Do in Baton Rouge
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
100 S River Rd
Baton Rouge, LA
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
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
12400 Burbank Dr
Baton Rouge, LA
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
100 North Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA
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
16 N Stadium Dr
Baton Rouge, LA
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
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
300 S River Rd
Baton Rouge, LA
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
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!