My husband and I were in Baton Rouge for LSU basketball games and we were able to go to the Capitol. I was especially intrigued by the history about the assignation of Governor Huey Long! It was pointed out to us that there are multiple bullet holes in the walls where he was shot! Don’t miss the opportunity to go to the observation deck! The views are amazing!

I thought I would only be able to see this building from the outside but thanks to free first Sunday, we were able to go in and explore. What a great experience and beautiful building. We tried to get up to the observation tower but no one was manning it. The pictures will do it more justice than anything I could say.

This is a beautiful state capitol. Each step has the name of a state with the date it became a state. Hawaii & Alaska share a step as they didn't have enough steps for two more! Interesting information about Huey Long and his assassination at the capital, also a statue of him on grounds in front. We took the elevator up to the observation deck- spectacular view of the city!! I would recommend visiting here if you're in Baton Rouge.

We stopped at the state capital on a whim during a road trip. It was a fantastic experience for my husband and I. The grounds are beautiful, the inside is gorgeous and there’s a lot of history. The lady at the front desk was very helpful and gave us an amazing history lesson of the building. The observation deck was so cool.

Great visit to this building. Brochure in French explaining well the construction and all the symbolism of the staircase and facade. Inside Superb senate rooms and chamber of deputies. Elevator to the 27th floor. Panoramic view of red stick and Mississippi. Free visit.

An art deco masterpiece with an observation deck. The walk up the stairs to the entrance include the names of the all the states. The main lobby is beautiful. Take the elevator to the top for wrap around views of the surrounding area. There have been many movies filmed at the Capitol also, like Dead Man Walking, Ray, and Twilight.

Arrived just in time to join Jim who guided us in a small group round the first floor with fascinating stories and visits to the chambers. He mentioned that Huey Long's ego wanted to build a Capitol higher than Nebraska, which we visited a couple of years ago. There was a lot on the guy getting shot for his troubles. Then lift to the top observation deck for great views over town and the Mississippi. Fabulous visit.