Baton Rouge Historic Downtown Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
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On this Historic Baton Rouge Self Guided Location Aware Audio Walking tour you will see Baton Rogue’s historic gems, historic spots and discover it's story. Go at your own pace, anytime. On the tour you’ll see the old Governor’s Mansion, The old state capital You'll walk along the Mississippi, the Red Stick statue, The best local place to each Cajun food, The Kress Building - civil rights historic spots The State Capital St. Joe's The Capital Gardens The Huey Long Statue The Hebe statue And more! And and you'll hear the city’s history, secrets, the story of the swamp blues, the history of the Canadians that became raging Cajuns, Mark Twain’s feelings of the city, the little white house, the castle and so much more. The tour starts at the Old Governor’s mansion.
Your experience
Stop 1
The tour starts at what is known is the little white house, you'll hear it story, the governors and then explore Baton Rouge.
Stop 2
The tour stops at the Old State Captial, that looks like a castle. You'll hear about its history, about Mark Twain, and it's free to enter!
Stop 3
The tour goes to the red stick statue where you'll hear how the city got it's name and the people that came before it.
Stop 4
See the Sing the River Sculpture and hear the history of the Mississippi and the people that lived here.
Stop 5
Discover the best cajun food and learn how the Cajuns came to Louisiana from Canada.
Stop 6
Learn the civil rights story in Baton Rouge and how it inspired the rest of the country.
Stop 7
The tour ends at the Tallest State Capital Building in the USA, where you'll hear about Huey Long, how he pushed to build it and the history of the city.
Stop 8
The tour wills top at plenty of stops in the city, walk along the river and tell the history from the beginning to now.
What’s included
- Self Guided Smart Phone Guided Tour in Baton Rouge on our Walking Tour App
Not included
- No food, drinks, or admission, the tour is all outside.
Meeting and pickup
The tour starts outside the Old Governors Mansion, also known as the little white house. You'll learn it' history, about the Governor's that made this home and why it's the little white house. Then you'll be guided step by step through Baton Rouge.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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