Baton Rouge Travel Guide 2026
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Capital on the Mississippi with SEC sports energy and a student-driven food scene.
Quick facts
Pop. ~225k230 km² (89 sq mi)CST/CDT (UTCâ6/â5)BTRMississippi bluff trading post; LouisâŚ
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| Population | approximately 225 thousand (2020 census, city) |
|---|---|
| Area | approximately 230 km² (89 sq mi) (city limits) |
| Elevation | approximately 15 m |
| Founded / established | Mississippi bluff trading post; Louisiana state capital |
| Time zone | CST/CDT (UTCâ6/â5) |
| Nearest airport | Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) |
| Languages | English |
| Nicknames | Red Stick |
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- Last updated: March 2026
- 1 active categories and 10 ranked listings.
- Overall city score: 7.3/10.
- Cost level: $$.
- Top categories: Restaurants & Food (10).
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