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In the mood for a great bottle of wine and want some expert help choosing it? Look no further than Marcello's Wine Market. They have a wide variety of wine, beer and spirits. And they boast a wine cellar that is stocked with the finest types of wine from France, Germany, Italy and Greece. Simply put, this is the place to find a superb wine at an outstanding price.

Want to relax and play it cool? Then play some pool! Click's in Baton Rouge is the local favorite for billiards and a whole lot more. They tout themselves as the party headquarters, with great drink specials and a great selection at the bar. Numerous pool tables, foosball tables and other gaming opportunities make it obvious that Clicks is serious about the game!

If absorbing nature sounds like a great idea to you, then you can take it all in at BREC's Cohn Memorial Arboretum. The facility is used for the preservation and study of plants from other areas, but having them all together only adds to Baton Rouge's beauty. In addition to the enticing foliage, there are fruit orchards, a butterfly garden, paved walkways and a bamboo collection that inhabit this outdoor environment. Choose between self-guided or guided tours. If you prefer the guided tour, the number of participants is limited to 14 and arrangements must be made ahead of time. Admission to the area is free, but no picnics or pets are allowed.

The Louisiana State Museum is just as good at preserving the area's culture as it is celebrating it. See various thematic exhibits on the diverse aspects of Louisiana's colorful history, industry and culture. See artifacts from the original Louisiana Purchase, a Civil War Submarine and an amazing 48-foot wooden shrimp crawler. See a captivating exhibit on the history and traditions of Mardi Gras as well as the various cultural influences that made the food here so spicy!