Louisiana State Capitol – Louisiana’s Old State Capitol loop from Baton Rouge

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United States

Louisiana

East Baton Rouge Parish

Baton Rouge

Louisiana State Capitol – Louisiana’s Old State Capitol loop from Baton Rouge

Easy

3.3

(8)

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Louisiana State Capitol – Louisiana’s Old State Capitol loop from Baton Rouge

01:16

4.99km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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767 m

Capital City Grill

Highlight • Restaurant

It's a bit of a shock that everything is closed here downtown on a Sunday. A restaurant is actually open and serves a fantastic brunch 😋😘

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946 m

Baton Rouge Crab Claw Mural

Highlight • Monument

1.72 km

State Library of Louisiana

Highlight • Structure

The State Library of Louisiana, located at 701 N. Fourth Street, is the state's central knowledge and information center. Opened in 1958, the building is located near the Louisiana State …

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1.79 km

Louisiana State Capitol

Highlight • Monument

The Louisiana State Capitol, located at 900 North Third Street in Baton Rouge, is an impressive example of Art Deco architecture and the tallest capitol building in the United States. …

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1.96 km

Statue of Huey P. Long

Highlight • Monument

In front of the Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge stands the statue of Huey P. Long, the former governor and senator of Louisiana. He was the driving force behind …

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2.14 km

Louisiana State Capitol

Highlight • Monument

Great view from the observation deck. Just take the elevator to the 24th floor, then a few more floors with a second.

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4.28 km

Louisiana’s Old State Capitol

Highlight • Historical Site

Situated on a bluff overlooking the river, the Louisiana Old State Capitol is a striking Gothic Revival building often described as the "Castle of Baton Rouge." Built between 1847 and …

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4.99 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.95 km

1.83 km

932 m

277 m

Surfaces