Baton Rouge KOA

Plantation Homes and Gardens

Tours by authentically dressed southern belles guide you through some of the antebellum homes restored to their elegant 19th Century grandeur, furnished with period antiques. Majestic oaks through out the romantic gardens where the sweet smell of Magnolia blossoms fill the air. You will not want to miss The Cabin Restaurant for a unique dinning experience in a collection of 100 year old slave cabins.

• Nottoway Plantation - Toll Free (877)-688-4376
• Oak Alley Plantation - Toll Free (866)-231-6664
• Houmas House Plantation - (225)-473-9380
• The Cabin Restaurant - (225) 473-3007
• Magnolia Mound Plantation - (225) 343-4955

Antique Village and Historic District

Located three miles away. With 25 antique shops/malls, foods, collectibles, unique gift shops, Old City Hall and entertainment in train station park.

Antique Village - (888)317-7899
Louisiana's Finest Antiques & Flea Market (225) 665-5916

USS KIDD

The USS KIDD is a completely restored National Historic Landmark, a WWII Fletcher Class destroyer, one of the last ships of her era. She was awarded twelve battle stars in the Pacific during World War II and the Korean Conflict. You will see more than 50 of the inner spaces on one of the most detailed exhibits in the world. Today the USS KIDD is America's leading site for reunions of WWII destroyer crews. (225)-342-1942

Rural Life Museum and Windrush Gardens

Located on 450 acres include the working plantation of a complex of 20 buildings authentically furnished to reconstruct all the major activities of a typical 19th Century working plantation. In the 25 acre semiformal gardens with winding paths you will see the lovely crepe myrtles, azaleas, camellias and other plants that represent the flora used in 19th Century plantation gardens.
Rural Life Museum (225)765-2437

State Capitol (Old and New)

The Old State Capitol is a center for political and Governmental History. On the tour you will see gold leafing in the Rotunda, 1882 cast iron stair case and stained glass windows, original 1882 cathedral dome and imported marble floors. The New State Capitol is the tallest capital in the nation, Art Deco style building, completed in 1932. The Observation deck on 27th floor offers a breath taking view of the Mississippi river. This building was the site of Senator Huey Long's assassination in 1935.

Old State Capitol - (225)342-0500

River Boat Casinos

Casino Rouge offers hot casino action on the beautiful Mississippi! Great food and live entertainment. Visit Casino Rouge online or call 1-800-447-6843.

Enjoy live concerts and other special events at Belle of Baton Rouge Casino. The three-deck riverboat casino features over 29,000 square feet of gaming area. Visit The Belle of Baton Rouge Casino online or call 1-800-676-4847 for information.

Blue Bayou Water Park

Ahoy, Matey! Blue Bayou Water park is the place to be during the Hot Cajun Summer. It doesn't matter if you are seeking the excitement of the Mad Moccasins or the relaxation of the Atchafalaya Run. Please visit our web site for more information. (225)-753-3333

Dixie Landin' Amusement Park

Dixie Landin' Amusement Park offers fun and excitement for the entire family. Many of our rides can be enjoyed as a family. The Iron Horse Train travels over 1/2 mile around the perimeter of the park. "Gilbeau's Galaxi" is our family roller coaster. The "Giant Wheel" and The "Grand Carousel" can both be enjoyed as a family. There is something for everyone at Dixie Landin'. (225) 753-3333

Alligator Bayou Swamp Tours

Welcome to Alligator Bayou, an ecotour through a pristine wilderness of winding bayous, alligator swamps and a stunning lake of old growth cypress trees. See 'gators, snakes, egrets, herons and our abundant wildlife, and experience the riches of the Cajun culture and others that settled this wetland paradise 300 years ago.(225) 642-8297.

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo

The #1 year round family attraction in Baton Rouge!
Discover the animals that call BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo home. Over 1,800 animals await you in the beautifully landscaped Zoo. You'll enjoy The Otter Pond, our newest exhibit featuring a replicated fishing cabin with underwater viewing of the otters, L'aquarium de Louisiane, the featuring the fish, reptiles and amphibians of Louisiana. Take a stroll through Parrot Paradise where you'll see rare and colorful birds from the tropics. Youngsters of all ages love the KidsZoo, complete with a playground and hands on animal encounters with farm animals! Plus, don't miss a live animal show featuring the Zoo's Asian elephants. Your visit is not complete without a scenic ride on the Cypress Bayou Railroad or a narrated tour of the Zoo on the sidewalk White Tiger Tram. Food concessions are available at the Flamingo Cafe and great souvenirs and gifts can be found at the Safari Post! (225) 775-3877

National D Day Museum in New Orleans

Dr. Stephen Ambrose, University of New Orleans Boyd Professor of History, founded The National D Day Museum Foundation in New Orleans in 1991. The Museum, which opened on June 6, 2000, is the only museum in the United States that addresses all of the amphibious invasions or "D days" of World War II, paying tribute to the more than one million Americans who took part. (504) 527-6012

Cajun Food at it's Best

Brunet's Cajun Restaurant The Best Cajun Food in Baton Rouge, cher!
135 South Flannery Road Baton Rouge, Louisiana 225 272 6226

Ralph & Kacoo's Louisiana's #1 Cajun Seafood Restaurant!
Serving Crawfish, Gumbo, Alligator, Crab, Shrimp, Oysters and many other Cajun delicacies since 1969. (225) 766-2113

Mike Anderson's Seafood Restaurant serves delicious South Louisiana Seafood in a casual, friendly atmosphere to locals and visitors from all over the world. We use the freshest jumbo lump crabmeat, gulf shrimp, pond raised catfish, salty oysters and spillway crawfish available. The atmosphere is casual, the service is friendly and the decor is nautical with beautiful saltwater aquariums. (225) 766-7823.

At Boutin's Restaurant, we promise that you will "pass a good time" when you stop by for lunch, dinner or just to enjoy the authentic, live Cajun music. For a taste of South Louisiana steeped in tradition, make Boutin's a part of your visit to Cajun country. (225) 819-9862.

LA. State University

The home of the LSU fighting Tigers Football team and Death Valley, the site of one the most exciting places to be on a Saturday night during football season, so make your reservations early and get a early start on tailgating you are bound to meet new friends and renew old friendships. To learn more about LSU please visit the Louisiana State University web site.

For a schedule of athletic events visit www.lsusports.net