- The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Baton Rouge, Louisiana, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Art Museum, Dog Park and Landmarks.
- From Louisiana State University to Downtown, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Baton Rouge and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Gonzales, Zachary, Denham Springs and Thibodaux.
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Beginning at a designated starting point, groups of two, four, or six use smartphones to explore the city, searching for hidden objects
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Based on a poem by Henry Longfellow, the Evangeline Monument serves as a physical reminder of the expulsion of the Acadians. The statue was donated to the town of St. Martinville to celebrate and honor its Acadian history.
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Locals and tourists both enjoy spending an afternoon in the Acadian Memorial and Museum. The museum spotlights the Acadian's who found refuge in Louisiana and allows those of Acadian background to track their ancestors.
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Speaking on the story of the arrival of African Americans into Southwest Louisiana is The African American Museum. The museum features a collection of exhibits that support the main attraction, a twenty six foot mural by a renowned artist in the area.
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An entire park surrounds the Evangeline Oak, a local and national landmark since it appeared in the epic poem of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
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Spread over 6,000 acres, Lake Fausse Pointe State Park was once part of the Atchafalaya Basin. The lake itself offers fishing, boating, and canoeing opportunities along with a hiking trail and campground area.
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The Church of St Martin de Tours is a 19th century Acadian church which operates as a multi-purpose venue playing host to a variety of events such as weddings, receptions and more.
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A manmade lake, Lake Martin covers 44,000 acres and is popular for its shoreline golf courses, marina, and festivals. It is also popular among wildlife watchers.
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ATV Swamp Tour offers several outdoor guided adventures through the swamps of Louisiana. Visitors can learn to ride an ATV while speeding past gators and other wildlife, or embark on an airboat tour or private fishing charter.
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Split into two separate fields, the 32,000 square foot Norman Swanner Dog Park is a favorite among local pet owners. The park features fenced in green grass areas, drinking water, walking trails and waste stations.
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Acadian Cultural Center is a local museum which features a range of informative exhibits depicting the history and culture of the Acadians as well as other local groups.