Susan's Guide to Baton Rouge
Historical
Come visit the beautiful LSU Campus. Take a walk to see Death Valley, Mike the Tiger, and the historical magnolias.
In the famous words of Dan Borne:
It is a pantheon of concrete and steel.
It is a city that rises defiantly in the delta alongside the father of waters.
It is the humidity of autumn evenings that drapes stately oaks and broad magnolias.
It is haunted ... and it is loud.
It is Halloween night and Cannon blasts.
It is a Louisiana gumbo of humanity that cheers its Tigers to victory
And destroys the dreams of invading foes.
The chance of rain is ... never!
It is the cathedral of college football,
And worship happens here, when the sun finds its home in the western sky.
It is a field of glory for sure...
But much more than that, it is a sacred place.
And it is Saturday night in Death Valley..
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Louisiana State University
Come visit the beautiful LSU Campus. Take a walk to see Death Valley, Mike the Tiger, and the historical magnolias.
In the famous words of Dan Borne:
It is a pantheon of concrete and steel.
It is a city that rises defiantly in the delta alongside the father of waters.
It is the humidity of autumn evenings that drapes stately oaks and broad magnolias.
It is haunted ... and it is loud.
It is Halloween night and Cannon blasts.
It is a Louisiana gumbo of humanity that cheers its Tigers to victory
And destroys the dreams of invading foes.
The chance of rain is ... never!
It is the cathedral of college football,
And worship happens here, when the sun finds its home in the western sky.
It is a field of glory for sure...
But much more than that, it is a sacred place.
And it is Saturday night in Death Valley..
Food scene
This place is a 3 minute walk from the house. They have excellent pizzas, many of which have a southern twist. They serve alcoholic beverages, including local wines and beer. With prices that won’t break the bank, this is our go to if we want something quick and enjoyable!
Flambée Café
8210 Village Plaza CourtThis place is a 3 minute walk from the house. They have excellent pizzas, many of which have a southern twist. They serve alcoholic beverages, including local wines and beer. With prices that won’t break the bank, this is our go to if we want something quick and enjoyable!
Mexican food with some Cajun influence. The margaritas are amazing (and strong). Happy hour is 3-6:30pm. Patio seating is first come first serve. The restaurant is busy most days, so arrive early or be prepared to wait.
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Superior Grill Highland
7333 Highland RdMexican food with some Cajun influence. The margaritas are amazing (and strong). Happy hour is 3-6:30pm. Patio seating is first come first serve. The restaurant is busy most days, so arrive early or be prepared to wait.
My favorite Louisiana seafood restaurant! You have to try the chargrilled oysters (trust me). A full bar and tons of Cajun options make this a regular go to for Baton Rouge natives!
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Mike Anderson's - Baton Rouge
1031 W Lee DrMy favorite Louisiana seafood restaurant! You have to try the chargrilled oysters (trust me). A full bar and tons of Cajun options make this a regular go to for Baton Rouge natives!
Sightseeing
This park has tons of walking trails and amazing views of downtown Baton Rouge. The trees hang low in true Louisiana style. This is an excellent place for a walk or picnic! There is no admission fee to enter the park. Dogs are welcome (on leash).
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Veteran's Memorial Park
599 State Capitol DrThis park has tons of walking trails and amazing views of downtown Baton Rouge. The trees hang low in true Louisiana style. This is an excellent place for a walk or picnic! There is no admission fee to enter the park. Dogs are welcome (on leash).
There are many bridges that cross the Mississippi, the one in downtown Baton Rouge is the newest and most crowded. You can see it from many restaurants, while taking a walk on the levee, and while driving down I-10/I-110.
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Mississippi River
There are many bridges that cross the Mississippi, the one in downtown Baton Rouge is the newest and most crowded. You can see it from many restaurants, while taking a walk on the levee, and while driving down I-10/I-110.
Conselho para os viajantes
O que levar
Rainy, hot, & humid
Summers are hot, humid, and rainy. Bring an umbrella, rain jacket, and water proof shoes (or shoes you don’t mind getting wet/muddy).
Não perca
Louisiana sunsets
Take a drive to the levee in downtown Baton Rouge and watch a sunset on a clear or partly cloudy evening. The views are spectacular!
Costumes e cultura
Louisiana “slang”
A “buggy” is a shopping cart. People get “down” from the car and “save” the dishes/groceries. A pasta strainer is a “colander.” Lunch is called “supper,” but dinner is dinner. A “suicide lane” is the lane in the middle of the two opposite sides of traffic - you should use this or you won’t get anywhere in Baton Rouge. I don’t know what they are called elsewhere, but if you’re around in the summer, make sure to grab a “snowball” - tigers blood is an excellent flavor! We have “parishes” instead of counties (our home is in East Baton Rouge Parish - EBR).