The Louisiana State Capitol is the tallest capitol in the United States, looming 450 feet high with 34 floors. From the observation deck on the 27th floor, visitors can see the entire city of Baton Rouge, LA and beyond. During your visit, stroll through the grounds and enjoy the beautiful landscape full of mighty oak trees, fragrant magnolias and colorful azaleas.

Since 1860, Louisiana State University (LSU) has been the flagship institution of the state of Louisiana, offering a top-notch educational curriculum, research efforts and athletic department. Enjoy an exciting game of football at Tiger Stadium, named for LSU's Bengal tiger mascot, Mike V.

The Shaw Center for the Arts is a top-notch performing art venue and fine arts museum, home to the LSU Museum of Art, the LSU School of Art Gallery and the Manship Theatre. The center also offers a variety of retail shops and eateries ranging from a coffee shop to a rooftop sushi restaurant.

Conveniently located on the banks of the mighty Mississippi River in the heart of downtown Baton Rouge, the Baton Rouge River Center is a multipurpose facility dedicated to bringing premier conventions and entertainment to the city. Popular events include the Baton Rouge Symphony, sporting events, concerts and theater productions.

The USS KIDD and Veterans Memorial makes its home on the Mississippi River in downtown Baton Rouge. The USS KIDD is a retired, Fletcher-class destroyer dating back to 1943, and the centerpiece of a memorial honoring the men and women of the American armed forces. Tours allow visitors to roam the deck and interior compartments of the ship.

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