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Plantation Tours

Beautiful mansions along the banks of the mississippi river take visitors back in time.

The Antebellum south comes to life at the many plantations that line the Mississippi River, a throwback to the city’s agrarian past. Located as close as an hour outside of New Orleans, you can tour these stately mansions and hear stories from all perspectives, from the famous local families that built and owned them to the views of the slaves who worked there. Learn why the kitchens are not part of the main house and find out how residents lived in comfort before air-conditioning. Many of the plantations serve lunch so you can make a day of it or just visit one or two. Some offer overnight accommodations with dinner and breakfast. For a list of tour companies that offer plantation tours see below. For a list of plantations, see here .

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The 3 best new orleans plantation tours.

Learn about the Big Easy's role in slavery on one of these daytrips.

Best New Orleans Plantation Tours

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Whitney Plantation's exhibits are largely devoted to the lives of the enslaved people who worked on the property hundreds of years ago.

Known for its Creole cuisine, Mardi Gras festivities and iconic architecture, New Orleans has something to offer every traveler, especially history buffs. The area's antebellum plantations offer a look at the lives of enslaved workers, how local landowners ran their farms using – and profiting off – the labor of the enslaved and how agriculture impacted New Orleans.

Picking the right tour means more than picking a plantation close to your hotel. (Many plantations are located within an hour's drive of the French Quarter .) You'll want to find a tour where first-person accounts depicting the brutal conditions enslaved workers had to endure are the focus. These stories help to provide a more complete picture of plantation life and provide context for why plantation owners were able to afford the luxurious mansions preserved on the property. Additionally, look for plantations that emphasize researching about the lives of enslaved workers, plantations that do not host weddings and those that employ descendants of former slaves.

Not sure where to start? Begin at Evergreen Plantation. This research-focused property is not open to the public, but you can explore its comprehensive website to learn more about the lives of the enslaved men, women and children who were forced to work on the plantation. Visitors can also peruse a slavery database, read biographies of slaves who labored at Evergreen and take a virtual tour.

Taking into account the above criteria – as well as traveler opinion and expert sentiment – U.S. News identified some of the top New Orleans plantation tours.

Gray Line – Whitney Plantation Tour

Price: Adults from $79; kids from $39 Duration: 5.5 hours

Opened to the public in 2014, Whitney Plantation offers a distinct look at the enslaved people who lived and worked at the site more than 200 years ago. This Gray Line tour, which lasts about 5.5 hours, allows access to museum exhibits, artwork and recorded first-person slave narratives. Reviewers say this tour is particularly powerful and important and describe it as a must-do activity. They also appreciate the bus drivers who share more tidbits of information on the drive to Whitney.

Tours depart Wednesday through Monday at noon and 1 p.m. Ticket prices start at $79 for adults and $39 for children 12 and younger. Gray Line offers other plantation tours, ghost tours, swamp tours and more.

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New Orleans Kayak Swamp Tours – Whitney Plantation & Swamp Kayak Tour Combo

Price: From $195

Duration: 8 hours

Travelers say this daylong tour is a wonderful way to experience two must-do New Orleans attractions. Half the tour is a kayak trip through Manchac Swamp to see cypress trees and local wildlife while learning about the history of the area. The other half is a moving visit to Whitney Plantation, where the experiences of enslaved workers are the main focus. In between the activities, you'll stop for lunch (at your own expense).

Fees start at $195 per person, regardless of age, and tours begin at 9 a.m. Wednesday through Monday. Transportation to and from New Orleans (pickup is near Frenchmen Street) is included. The company says the paddle is suitable for beginner kayakers. It also offers kayak excursions through Honey Island Swamp, among other options.

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Legendary Tours – Laura Plantation Tour

Price: Adults from $79; kids from $45 Duration: 5.5 hours

Named for Laura Lucoul, a Creole member of the family who owned the plantation, Laura Plantation allows visitors not only to explore the lives of enslaved workers on the property, but to also learn more about Louisiana's Creole heritage. During this half-day outing with Legendary Tours, travelers will explore the plantation in depth, view slave quarters, see the great house and much more. Tourgoers commend their drivers and say the guides at Laura Plantation are excellent.

Tours last about 5.5 hours and operate Wednesday to Monday beginning at 10 a.m. (though keep in mind, transportation pickup starts at 8 a.m.) Tickets start at $79 for adults and $45 for children 5 to 12; kids 4 and younger explore for free. Fees include round-trip transportation from select areas of New Orleans. Legendary Tours also offers tours exploring other area plantations.

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The Best Plantation Tours To Take Near New Orleans - A guide from a local

When you think of the Big Easy, you might picture yourself dining on spicy Creole cuisine, partying it down at Mardi Gras , or making your way through the narrow rues of The French Quarter . What you may not know, is that a historic plantation tour is also one of the most unique things to do in New Orleans!

Plantations are central to NOLA’s culture because the wealth that built The French Quarter and Garden District all came from the exploitation of slaves. Tours explore the area’s former working estates and offer a look at the lives of enslaved workers, local landowners, and prominent Southern families and how this type of labor and agriculture helped shape New Orleans culture.

So, which New Orleans plantation should you tour?

Picking the right tour doesn’t necessarily mean choosing a location close to your hotel. This is because many of these estates are over an hour’s drive of The French Quarter or Garden District, where most tourists stay.

Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! These are the best plantation tours in and around New Orleans and how to get there-

How to Get to Plantations Near New Orleans

Although most estates are about an hour’s drive from the city, getting to your tour is relatively easy, with a few different options.

Here’s how to get your plantation tour near New Orleans-

If the idea of being jammed on a bus with a bunch of strangers doesn’t sound good. Another option is to rent a car. If you don’t mind driving, renting a car is a convenient option, especially if you plan on exploring not just plantations but all the fun day trips you can take from New Orleans. Renting a car gives you the flexibility to travel on your own time and pace.

This is an advantage over guided tours and shuttle buses, which start and end at specific times and follow strict itineraries. If you plan to drive yourself, note that making reservations in advance is critical because tours often sell out, especially during the busy season.

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Numerous tour companies in New Orleans offer guided plantation tours that include transportation. These tours almost always provide round-trip transportation from designated meeting points or top hotels in New Orleans to the plantations.

The reasons to book a guided tour are simple . Booking a guided tour allows you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey, while an expert gives you insights and highlights of the plantations!

Check out our overview of different tour bus options below.

Most tourists opt to take a bus like this to tour the Plantations.

Cajun Encounters

Cajun Encounters does a great job fitting in two very different plantations in one day. This tour lets you visit the Creole-style Laura Plantation and the Antebellum Oak Alley. Your guide will show you the highlights and history of each site, plus Louisiana’s natural landscape as you drive from New Orleans.

The prices for Cajun Encounters tend to be higher than others on this list but keep in mind their tour includes a guided tour of two plantations. One thing that tourists love about Cajun Encounters is that they have pickup services from popular French Quarter hotels.

Gray Line New Orleans

Gray Line is a tour company chain with a solid reputation throughout the US, and they’ve certainly treated New Orleans well. You can choose between the Laura, Whitney, or Oak Alley and leave from a convenient meeting spot in The French Quarter.

Like the Cajun Encounters tour above, Gray Line has an option to go through two plantations in one day. This tour allows you to choose between the Whitney, Laura, and/or Oak Alley plantations. You could also take Gray Line’s Plantation/Swamp Tour combo and check off two of Southern Louisiana’s great wonders (gators and plantations!) in one day.

A Brief History of Plantations Near New Orleans

The history of Southern Louisiana’s plantations is deeply intertwined with the area’s complex, muddied past.

These plantations were at the center of the Antebellum era, producing crops like sugarcane and cotton and relying heavily on slave labor. Slavery, in general, is a controversial part of American history, and it’s no secret that enslaved individuals lived harsh, short lives.

At the same time, these grand estates, with their opulent mansions and oversized gardens, represented the wealth and social status of the plantation elite. Modern society tends to romanticize these mansions, but the reality for most of its residents (slaves) was not sweet.

The Civil War and the abolition of slavery ended this lifestyle, and very few plantations remain. Today, the surviving estates remind visitors of a complex and often painful history, giving everyone an opportunity to learn about the lives of those who lived and worked there.

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Closest to the City: Destrehan Plantation

Style: Greek Reval, French Colonial, Antebellum Distance from New Orleans: 23 miles Tour information: Destrehan Plantation Tour Address: 13034 River Rd, Destrehan, LA 70047

Destrehan Plantation is the closest plantation to New Orleans, making it one of the most popular choices.

Situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, Destrehan Plantation is one of the oldest plantations in the state, created in 1787. The guided tour explores the plantation’s history, architecture, and role in the sugar industry.

The plantation was owned by Jean-Noel Destrehan, who was one of the most prosperous sugar barons during the antebellum period. It also happens to be one of three sites where trials took place after the 1811 German Coast Slave Revolt , a largely hidden part of US history.

Fun fact: The beloved New Orleans cult classic, Interview with the Vampire, used parts of the Destrehan’s decadent interior for filming.

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Fun fact: The beloved New Orleans cult classic, Interview with the Vampire, used parts of the Destrehan’s decadent interior for filming. .

Most Filmed: Oak Alley Plantation

Style : Greek Revival Distance from New Orleans: 54 miles Tour information: Oak Alley Foundation Address : 2247 LA-18, Vacherie, LA 70090

Oak Alley in Vacherie, Lousiana, is one of the most commonly visited plantations because it is beautifully preserved and iconically Southern antebellum.

On the West bank of the Mississippi River is a Louisana plantation that’s worn many hats over the years, known as Oak Alley. From a sugar plantation to an (almost) investment, a cattle ranch, and more-Oak, Alley has over 200 years of rich history.

Today, the plantation is a museum of its former selves, with a carefully preserved record of each chapter in its history. The Alley is absolutely gorgeous, lined by a breathtaking avenue of ancient oak trees that lead up to the striking Greek Revival manor. The property gets its name from its 28 columns that symbolize the 28 oak trees in the pathway leading up to the plantation. These iconic white columns peeking out from the oak trees are one of the best places to grab photos near New Orleans.

Oak Alley’s history, wise old oaks, and beautifully restored estate continue to captivate tourists worldwide, inviting them to step back in time and explore a significant chapter in Louisiana’s history.

The Oak Alley Plantation in Popular Media With its good looks, is it any wonder that Oak Alley has appeared in several famous pieces of media and film? Look for the watchful columns and their oak counterparts here-

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Run by Women: Laura Plantation

Style: French Creole Distance from New Orleans: 51 miles Tour information: Laura Plantation Address: 3645 LA-18, Vacherie, LA 70090

Also in Vacherie is the bright yellow Laura Plantation, run by four generations of women. One thing uniquely beautiful and equally profound about Southern Louisiana is the history of the land. The Laura’s timeline is a shining example of that-

For over a century, a Colapissa Indian Village thrived on beautiful, unspoiled wilderness. In 1804, a Frenchman named Guillaume Duparc came to own the land and built his massive sugar plantation, called l’Habitation Duparc, in the center of what was once the Indian Village. Duparc’s sugar farm would grow to over 12,000 acres at one point.

Today, the colorfully Creole Laura Plantation, renamed after a descendant of Guillaume, Laura Locoul, is a fully guided step through history. The tour includes looks at the Big House and its architecture, a walk through the gardens (Jardin Français, the kitchen potager, and BananaLand grove), plus the 12 buildings on the National Register, including animal barns, overseers’ cottages, 1840s slave cabins, and the Maison de Reprise.

Most Focused on the Lives of the Enslaved: Whitney Plantation

Style: Federal, French Creole Distance from New Orleans: 47 miles Tour information: Whitney Plantation Address: 5099 LA-18, Edgard, LA 70049

Considered one of the most ethical tour options near New Orleans, The Whitney Plantation in Wallace, Louisiana, takes a unique and modern approach by exclusively focusing on the history of slavery. The Whitney is also considered one of the most popular locations to tour, and tickets sell out; advanced reservations are highly recommended.

Most plantations offer tours focusing on the beautiful architecture, gardens fit for royalty, and the lives of the slave-owning families who lived in luxury. The Whitney Plantation is notable in that it’s the only plantation museum in Louisiana that focuses exclusively on the lives of the enslaved, honoring the 350 people who once forcibly lived and worked there.

The Whitney’s museum is a profound and eye-opening experience. Through exhibits, restored slave cabins, and memorials, visitors gain a deeper understanding of the harsh realities of slavery while honoring the resilience and strength of those who endured it.

Touring the Whitney is one of the most powerful and impactful experiences near New Orleans. Take the plantation’s self-guided audio tour to explore at your own pace.

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Fun fact : A few scenes from Quentin Tarantino’s movie Django Unchained were filmed at the Whitney Plantation. .

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15 Best Plantation Tours from New Orleans

The vibrant, colorful and culturally rich city of New Orleans is a favorite among many travelers visiting the southern United States of America. The music, the food, the mix of languages, dialects and influences from across Europe, Africa and the Americas all combine to create an intense fusion that’s loved by visitors.

The city has its diverse roots based in a history that is not nearly as vibrant as the culture is today. An important part of a visit to eclectic New Orleans is to experience that history firsthand because surrounding the city, you can find the darker legacies of slavery in the plantations.

Although today they are beautiful estates to look at, within the grounds you will be able to explore the darker side of New Orleans that is usually hidden beneath the surface. Visit the plantations, enjoy the outdoors and the grand architecture, but learn too about the past that built New Orleans into the diverse destination you find today.

Here are the best plantation tours from New Orleans.

1. New Orleans Oak Alley Plantation Half-Day Tour

Oak Alley is one of the most famous plantations found along the Mississippi River. The historic plantation dates back to 1839 when it was built by one of the South’s richest landowners to add to his sugar empire.

The plantation takes its name from the extravagant line of trees found along the grand entranceway to the main house. These elegant trees grow over the top of the path, providing shade in the fierce heat for the long walk into the estate.

The house has featured in several movies and in many ways is the quintessential southern plantation, an example of riches and opulence that few other plantations could outdo. On this half-day tour, learn about southern culture during the slave era, from knowledgeable guides who won’t sugarcoat the truth.

2. Oak Alley and Laura Plantation Combo

This long tour takes you not only to the aforementioned Oak Alley plantation but also to the Laura Plantation, giving you the chance to experience two of the South’s most intriguing estates in the same trip.

After exploring the oak-lined avenues and grand opulence of Oak Alley, you are transported to the Laura Plantation. The restored house is a wonderful example of early 19th-century architecture in the south. Inside, you will find some intriguing relics from daily life that bring the history into perspective.

The Laura Plantation was relatively unique for the times; for a large part of its slaving history, it was run by women. At the plantation, learn about this and more on this combo tour from New Orleans.

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3. Half Day Laura Plantation Tour

If you have plenty of time during your stay in New Orleans and would rather take things slow, join this tour that just takes in the Laura Plantation, rather than rushing through Oak Alley beforehand.

This half day tour will see you visiting the famous Laura Plantation. Your local guides can tell you stories of the women who ran the estate, and unfortunate stories of the slaves who lived their lives here too.

4. New Orleans: Oak Alley Plantation and Airboat Swamp Combo

On this great day tour from New Orleans, travel first to the famous Oak Alley Plantation to learn more about life and slavery in the Mississippi during the 19th century. After you’ve had your fair share of history, this tour takes visitors out into the swamps to experience another side of Louisiana.

The state is famed for its wildlife and unique ecosystems. On this tour, you head out on an iconic local airboat through the dense swamps of the Mississippi. Chances are that you will get close enough to see alligators in the wild, as the local guides know the areas and these dangerous animals well.

5. From New Orleans: Whitney Plantation Tour

For anyone with an interest in learning more about slavery in Louisiana during the 19th century, a visit to the Whitney Plantation is a must. Although many of the other plantations in the area touch upon the issue of slavery and the history that allowed such fabulous wealth into the south, few go into as much detail as the Whitney Plantation.

The Whitney Plantation only opened in 2014, but already, due to its unique confrontation of the darker side of the region’s history, it has become a popular tourist attraction. Privately funded by a local who wanted others to learn more about the state’s darker history, this is an impressive example of the slavery era – but it may leave you shocked.

The Big House – the centerpiece of the estate – is one of the best-preserved plantation houses in the United States, so much so that you may recognize it from many Hollywood movies set in the era – Django Unchained being one.

6. Louisiana Plantation and Swamp Boat Bayou Full Day Tour Combo

This excellent tour takes visitors on a full-day trip through the best of Louisiana. Start the day by visiting a plantation; you can choose between either the Oak Alley Plantation or the Laura Plantation, making this a perfect opportunity to mix and match between estates and the swamplands for those spending several days in the region.

After exploring your plantation of choice, head out into the wilds of the bayou to search for alligators and wildlife. The local guides on this tour will be on hand ready with intriguing stories of the people who have called the swamps home through Louisiana’s history, giving this trip a unique angle.

7. Double Plantation Tour

This tour will pick you up in New Orleans and take you out to the Mississippi, where you have a choice of visiting two of the major plantations in the region.

The Double Plantation Tour takes a full day but gives you the choice of visiting two out of the Oak Alley, Laura, and Whitney Plantations.

8. New Orleans: Plantation and Swamp Tour

This unique tour takes visitors to the little known Destrehan Plantation. Not quite as famous as the likes of Oak Alley, this plantation still dates far back to the end of the 18th century. It’s one of the oldest surviving estates in Louisiana that few people travel to, despite its well-preserved nature and intriguing history.

After exploring the Destrehan Plantation, head out to a nearby wildlife reserve for a cruise through the swamps.

9. New Orleans: Plantation Brunch and Swamp Tour

This tour takes you to both Oak Alley and Laura Plantation, before providing travelers with the opportunity to indulge in a delicious brunch on the grand estates.

Try local Cajun delicacies, including crawfish and local meats, before heading into the swamps to find alligators.

10. New Orleans Garden District Walking Tour

In New Orleans itself, this walking tour takes you through the Garden District to explore the history of what was once part of a huge plantation.

Stroll past the huge, grand colonial mansions and marvel at the wealth of the plantation owners that turned this into one of the most lavish areas in Americas.

11. Guided Tour: Garden District and Lafayette Cemetery

This interesting guided tour will show you the history of the Garden District. Local guides will tell you the stories of the plantation owners that built the district, before showing you the Lafayette Cemetery, where many of the most famous local characters were laid to rest.

12. New Orleans: Destrehan Plantation and Swamp Combo

After exploring the history of the Destrehan Plantation, this tour takes you out into the swamps of Louisiana. Not only are you looking for wildlife and alligators, but this tour will also take you to Indian burial mounds and the ruins of Cajun villages for a unique, historical perspective on the region’s indigenous culture.

13. Oak Alley and Evergreen Plantation Tour

As well as visiting well-known Oak Alley, this day tour from New Orleans takes you out to the incredibly well preserved Evergreen Plantation too.

Explore the house and the history of the slave owners and slaves who lived and worked here.

14. Myrtles Plantation Tour

Visit Myrtles Plantation from New Orleans on this tour that takes you to the charming grounds of a historic estate. The plantation dates back to 1796 and has seen its fair share of history and strange events over the centuries.

The house is said to be one of the country’s most haunted destinations. With the help of a local guide, you can learn exactly why it’s supposed to be so spooky.

15. Whitney Plantation and St Joseph Plantation History Tour

Delve into the darker side of Louisiana history with a tour that first takes in the Whitney Plantation before moving onto the St Joseph Plantation.

This is where the iconic movie 12 Years a Slave was filmed. With knowledgeable guides, you will see first-hand the troubled past of the region.

15 Best Plantation Tours from New Orleans:

• New Orleans Oak Alley Plantation Half-Day Tour
• Oak Alley and Laura Plantation Combo
• Half Day Laura Plantation Tour
• New Orleans: Oak Alley Plantation and Airboat Swamp Combo
• From New Orleans: Whitney Plantation Tour
• Louisiana Plantation and Swamp Boat Bayou Full Day Tour Combo
• Double Plantation Tour
• New Orleans: Plantation and Swamp Tour
• New Orleans: Plantation Brunch and Swamp Tour
• New Orleans Garden District Walking Tour
• Guided Tour: Garden District and Lafayette Cemetery
• New Orleans: Destrehan Plantation and Swamp Combo
• Oak Alley and Evergreen Plantation Tour
• Myrtles Plantation Tour
• Whitney Plantation and St Joseph Plantation History Tour

The 5 Best New Orleans Plantation Tours [2024 Reviews]

During your visit to New Orleans, you’ll find no lack of attractions and activities. One of the area’s most popular activities is a visit to one its majestic plantations, where guided tours make history come to life.

Tour operators offer transportation from New Orleans to a variety of nearby plantations. Some of these tours combine other activities as a package.

Best Plantation Tours From New Orleans

Quick answer: the 5 best rated new orleans plantation tours.

• Small-Group Airboat and Plantations Tour with Gourmet Lunch from New Orleans
• Oak Alley & Laura Plantation Tour with Transportation from New Orleans
• Small-Group Louisiana Plantations Tour with Gourmet Lunch from New Orleans
• Oak Alley Plantation Day Tour from New Orleans
• Oak Alley Plantation and 3 Hour New Orleans City Tour

We have reviewed the 5 top rated plantation tours from New Orleans to help you select which one best fits your interests and needs.

New Orleans Plantation Tour Reviews

1. small-group airboat and plantations tour with gourmet lunch from new orleans.

• Departure point : Hotel pickup and drop off included
• Start time : 8:00 AM
• Duration : 8.5 – 9 hours
• Includes : Transportation to and from New Orleans, guided tour of Laura Plantation, plantation gourmet lunch and tour of Houmas House Plantation and Gardens, swamp tour with native Cajun guide

We recommend this tour for those who prefer a small group dynamic. It’s a perfect fit for romantics, foodies, and adventurers alike.

You’ll be whisked back into time on this tour that takes you from New Orleans to Louisiana Creole country. Your guides will point out historical sites and provide interesting facts about the area en route to your three separate stops.

The boat ride to the Manchac Swamp is narrated by friendly locals who go out of their way to make sure you see plenty of gators up close and personal; but don’t worry, your safety is their first concern!

After your exciting tour through the swamp, you’ll be guided through the 200-acre Laura Plantation where you’ll get an in-depth look into the Duparc family, the original owners of this plantation, and their slaves. Laura is celebrated for its early 19th-century Créole-style big house. Several of its structures are on the National Historic Registry.

Finally you’ll finish at the Houmas House Plantation and Gardens where you will dine on scrumptious creole brunch items like chicken and smoked sausage gumbo and crawfish etouffee.

Meander beneath the moss-draped oaks on this plantation, which has been the filming site for several productions, including the movie “Interview with a Vampire”. You’ll have a guided tour of the inside of the plantation big house.

More Information & Tour Booking

100% refund for cancellations within 24 hours of tour experience, 2. oak alley & laura plantation tour with transportation from new orleans.

• Departure point : 317 N Rampart St, New Orleans
• Start time : 10:00 AM
• Duration : 8 hours
• Includes : Admission to two plantation homes, guided tours, live commentary, round-trip coach transportation from New Orleans

We recommend this trip for those who’d like to squeeze in two of New Orlean’s stately plantations into a one-day outing. It’s ideal for those who are comfortable in larger groups and looking for a full day of history.

While this tour will take you from New Orleans to two plantations: Oak Alley Plantation, Laura Plantation. These are the two most popular and well known plantations in the area.

You’ll start your day by boarding a comfortable coach which will transport you alongside the Mississippi River to the two plantations of your choice. Your driver will offer informational and amusing tidbits, which makes the short ride fly by!

Oak Alley Plantation sits on 25 acres and is located 55 miles west of New Orleans . Once a functioning cattle ranch, it was purchased in the 60’s and renovated to its previous splendor. At Oak Alley visitors will meander through its lovely gardens and under majestic oaks, explore the antebellum mansion, and learn about the plantation’s history as working sugarcane plantation.

Laura Plantation, formerly known as “Duparc Plantation”, is a 200-year-old sugar cane plantation, boasting a big house, several surviving outer buildings, including 2 slave cabins, and three gardens. It’s also situated less than 60 miles west of New Orleans. Laura Plantation provides guided tours and a self-guided exhibit that details the Duparc family history.

Borrowing from first-person slave narratives, memorial artwork, and restored buildings, informative tour guides will give you a moving perspective into that dark time period of American history. This tour may not be appropriate for younger children.

3. Small-Group Louisiana Plantations Tour with Gourmet Lunch from New Orleans

• Departure point : Hotel pickup and drop-off included
• Start time : 8:30 AM
• Duration : 7.5 hours
• Includes : Hotel pickup and drop-off, transportation to Destrehan Plantation, Houmas House Plantation, guided tour and admission ticket, gourmet lunch at Houmas House

We recommend this tour for those travelers who are looking for a small group experience to a restored historic Creole plantation, especially those who are interested in the personal accounts of plantation slaves.

Sit back and relax while your driver transports you 75 minutes from New Orleans to Destrehan Plantation. The drive out will be a learning experience in itself, as your driver is knowledgeable about the area’s history and highlights.

Destrehan Plantation is a 200-year-old Creole plantation. With it’s many structures that have been preserved and renovated, you will get a good sense of how life was for its inhabitants when the sugarcane plantation was in its heyday. A guided tour will take you through the Big House, three vibrant gardens and the kitchen potager.

You will be moved by the focus on slaves’ experience during this plantation tour, where you will visit an authentic slave cabin that dates back to the 1840’s. Destrehan Plantation is the only one in this area that has an exhibit dedicated to sharing the stories of enslaved individuals.

After your tour you will then head over to the Houmas House Plantation and Gardens for an authentic gourmet lunch consisting of dishes like Chicken and Andouille Gumbo, Red Beans, Sausage and Rice with White Chocolate Bread Pudding for dessert. After your delicious lunch you will have a tour of the stately mansion and its artwork.

4. Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans

• Departure point : Hotel pickup included
• Start time : Pickups begin at 8:30 AM
• Duration : 5.5 hours
• Includes : Hotel pickup and drop-off, transportation to plantation, admission ticket to plantation, professional guide, walking tour

We recommend this tour for those visitors who are looking for a half-day trip to take in one of southern Louisiana’s most picturesque plantations.

On your way to Oak Alley Plantation, once known as Bon Séjour, you’ll be entertained by your friendly, informative driver as you travel alongside the Mississippi River.

Once you’ve arrived at the plantation, experienced docents will lead you on a tour that will take you back in time to the days when the property functioned as a sugarcane producer. You’ll be captivated by plantation’s Big House, a Greek Revival-style mansion; the canopied-pathway that’s lined by enormous southern oaks; and the property’s onsite garden.

Learn about the history that landed Oak Alley on the National Historic Registry. A slave exhibit educates visitors and pays tribute to the enslaved men, women, and children who were responsible for building the Roman family’s wealth.

5. Oak Alley Plantation and 3 Hour New Orleans City Tour

• Duration : 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
• Includes : Hotel pickup and drop-off, driving tour of New Orleans, transportation to plantation, admission ticket to plantation

We recommend this tour for those who are short on time but don’t want to scrimp on sightseeing and learning about the fascinating history of New Orleans and its grand sugarcane plantations. The two parts of this tour may take place on two separate days.

Your day will start with a 3-hour tour in a mini-bus. Visit all the must-see locations throughout historic New Orleans. Get a better sense of how the area was affected by Hurricane Katrina and how the community has forged ahead to rebuild.

Some of the key areas you’ll visit in the city include: Jackson Street, the French Quarter, the French Market, St. Louis Cathedral, and the Cabildo Museum. Your licensed, informative tour guide will share interesting tidbits about the St. Louis Cemetery, an above-ground cemetery, while you wander among the tombs.

The second portion of this tour takes visitors to Oak Alley Plantation, the 25-acre restored sugarcane plantation that lies approximately one hour from New Orleans. At Oak Alley you will be given a professional guided tour of the Big House, a Greek Revival-style mansion.

The sugarcane exhibit offers a glimpse into how the original owners built their empire on sugarcane production. The slavery exhibit relates how the plantation was built and supported by enslaved men, women, and children.

FAQs About New Orleans Plantation Tours

How do i get to the plantations.

Most plantations are about an hour or so from downtown New Orleans. There is no public transportation so you will need a car or take a tour bus. We recommend booking a guided tour to get the most of the experience as well as the convenience.

How long are the tours?

The duration of the tours may vary depending on the plantation and the tour operator. Generally, they last between 4 to 8 hours, including travel time. Some tours may also include lunch or other attractions, such as swamp tours or food tours of New Orleans .

What will I see on the tours?

You will see the plantation house and its rooms, which are usually furnished with antiques and artifacts from the period. You will also see the gardens, outbuildings, slave quarters, and other features of the plantation. The tours will give you the history of the plantation owners and the enslaved people who worked the plantations. Most of the plantations have exhibits, museums and demonstrations that how life was for the enslaved people.

What is the history of the plantations?

The plantations along the Mississippi River were built by French, Spanish, and American settlers who established large estates for growing crops with the labor of enslaved Africans. Today the plantations have been preserved as museums that showcase the history of the people that lived and worked them.

What is the cheapest New Orleans plantation tour?

To get a cheap tour to a plantation you will have to go to the closet plantation and go on a bus with a large tour group. If you don’t mind getting a less personal experience, we recommend the Oak Alley Plantation Day Tour from New Orleans.

What is the best New Orleans plantation tour?

If you don’t mind spending a little more money you can go on a private tour with only your group. You will travel in a minivan and get a much more personal experience.We would recommend a Oak Alley Plantation and 3 Hour New Orleans City Tour.

What are the most common visited plantations near New Orleans?

• Whitney Plantation : This plantation is unique in that it focuses on the lives of the enslaved people who worked on it. It has original slave cabins, a slave jail, a slave memorial and a museum that displays artifacts and documents related to slavery. It also has a restored Creole-style plantation house.
• Oak Alley Plantation : This plantation is best known for its alley of 300-year-old live oak trees that lead to the Greek Revival-style mansion. It has guided tours of the house and grounds. There are exhibits on slavery, sugarcane cultivation and Civil War history. If you are interested in staying overnight there are bed-and-breakfast cottages.
• Nottoway Plantation : This massive plantation is the largest antebellum mansion in the South. It has 64 rooms with 53,000 square feet. It was constructed in 1859 by John Hampden Randolph who was a wealthy sugar planter. At its peak there were over 800 slaves working the plantation. It has a mix of Greek Revival and Italianate styles, with elaborate details and furnishings.
• Laura Plantation : This plantation is a Creole-style plantation that was owned by four generations of women all from the same family. It was built in 1805 by Guillaume Duparc who received the land as a grant from Thomas Jefferson. It has a colorful exterior and interior and still has original furniture and artifacts.
• Evergreen Plantation : This plantation is one of best preserved plantations in the South. There are 37 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Construction on it started in 1790 by Pierre Clidamant Becnel, a French settler who grew indigo and sugar cane. It has a French Creole-style plantation house with a double-pitched roof and a wraparound porch. There are 22 original slave cabins that form a double row along the oak alley.

Travel Guide For New Orleans

Getting there.

Flights arrive at the Louis Armstrong International Airport from all over the U.S. and international destinations. Rental cars from the airport are one of a few options. Traveling from the airport to the French Quarter will take 25 minutes by car.

The area’s regional transit system offers an airport bus from the airport to two locations: mid-city and downtown. Catching a taxi or other car-for-hire service such as Uber or Lyft are other options.

Amtrak has a station in New Orleans and the route runs from Chicago through Memphis.

Planning Tips

Consider what you’d like to do before packing your suitcase. Do you plan to explore the area’s swampy bayou, perhaps by taking an airboat tour? Will your trip focus on other outdoor activities like attending a Jazz Festival? Maybe you see yourself enjoying fine dining on the area’s unique Creole cuisines. In that case, make sure to pack your most elegant attire.

Having a general idea of your preferences and plans will help you plan what to bring and what to leave behind. Consider whether you’ll be outdoors a good amount of time. New Orleans can be muggy and hot during the summer months, so dress accordingly.

Not only should your plans guide you in what to pack, you should also purchase tour tickets and make reservations in advance for the things you definitely don’t want to miss out on.

Restaurants & Eating Out

Heavily influenced by Cajun and Creole cuisine and soul food, New Orleans-style fare is a must try while you’re there. For authentic local food we recommend the following establishments.

The Atchafalaya Restaurant is a cute, quirky place with a lot of excellent food options at reasonable prices.

The Commander’s Palace is an upscale (no shorts allowed!) eatery that’s well-known for its local cuisine and specifically for its bread pudding soufflé.

For a bite on a budget, give Faubourg Bistro a try. They have your standard burgers and pizza and some southern options, like fried catfish sandwich; or consider Cajun Mike’s Pub & Grub where you can get po’boys, crawfish kickers, and seafood gumbo.

Nightlife & Entertainment

No trip to New Orleans wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the French Quarter, but the city is so much more than the 13 block area, originally known as Vieux Carré. Try out these other hot spots to get a better perspective of the city.

Performances at the The Jazz Playhouse, located on Bourbon Street, wow their audiences with the quality of musicians and nice ambience. The drinks can be a little pricey, but we feel the expense is worth the experience.

If you’re looking for a bar that’s gay-friendly, the Good Friends Bar & Queens Head Pub is worth checking out. Bartenders and friendly and fun. There’s an upstairs bar that is smaller, with a good sized balcony. Their creamy drinks are fabulous.

Why not bowl while you enjoy a few drinks? At Rock n Bowl – Mid City Lanes you can do just that. And the fun isn’t limited to bowling. There’s a music venue and a dance floor as well.

If you plan to make room for some culture during your visit to New Orleans, the Saenger Theatre features a nice variety of concerts and shows. The theater itself is worth seeing for its beautiful architecture alone.

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New Orleans Plantation Tours

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This post reviews the top plantation tours near New Orleans and reviews the tour operators that can transport you there in comfort. 

This guide includes overviews of plantations, provides you tips on how to save money with concessionary entries, whether a tour includes hotel pickup, and much more.

If you have arrived at this post, you probably have questions about the plantations around New Orleans.

Lucky for you, several of our tour guides have worked at one of these plantations, and in the video below, they detail their experiences.

Robi and Andrew, tour guides with us, Free Tours by Foot New Orleans, take you to four plantations frequently visited by New Orleans travelers and compare the experiences each of them offers.

They visit Oak Alley Plantation, Laura Plantation, Whitney Plantation, and St. Joseph Plantation and give you insider perspectives.

We also used the opinions that some of the roughly 50k members of our popular NOLA Travel Tips Facebook group have about visiting the area's plantations.

Our group consists of locals, like our tour guides, expats, veteran visitors, as well as newbies to New Orleans.

You don't need to join the group to read the posts, comments, and recommendations.

Check out the group once you are finished reading this post. A link to the group is at the bottom of the page.

• Laura: A Creole Plantation
• Oak Alley Plantation

Whitney Plantation

• Other Plantation Homes
• Plantation, City + Swamp Tour Combos
• Tours from New Orleans

LAURA PLANTATION

Known as a top travel attraction in Louisiana, Laura Plantation will educate guests on the traditional Creole plantation.

Built in 1805 and a working plantation for over 180 years, you will see the inside of this practical home that was run by four generations of Creole women.  

Read below to learn more about Gray Line's Laura Plantation Tour

The “Tales of Br’er Rabbit”, a famous American folktale, were based on folklore told by the West African freedmen working on the Laura Plantation in the 1870s.  

You will get to tour the “Big House” of this sugarcane plantation, the tropical gardens, and also the slaves' quarters that are still included in the property.

Below are our 3 recommended tour companies. All prices included admission to Laura Plantation.

Click here for information on visiting on your own .

CAJUN ENCOUNTERS

(Laura Plantation + Oak Alley Plantation)

You’ll cover a lot of ground with the Cajun Encounters combo tour! See Laura AND Oak Alley Plantations on this combination tour. 

There won’t be much time to roam the grounds, as the tour guides use as much available time as they have to show you all that these locations have to offer.  

While their price may seem high, keep in mind that it is the price for two plantations.  

Bonus: Cajun Encounters offers hotel pick-up .  Read about all Cajun Encounters tours .

Dates/Times: Daily. 8:30 am and 11:45 am pickup times

Duration: 6 hours, 30 minutes (including travel time; paired with Oak Alley Plantation.)

Tour Price:

• $95.75 - Adult
• $70.75 - Child (4 - 11 years old)
• Click here to book this tour .

Much like its competitors, Cajun Encounters also enjoys a 4 ½ out of 5 stars rating on TripAdvisor.

Cajun Pride Tours

If you’d rather spend more time exploring one location, this company offers a half-day tour focused entirely on Laura Plantation with New Orleans hotel pick-up .

A tour guide will narrate the experience, explaining some of the historical significance of this beautiful old home.

Each trip includes transportation and admission to the plantation house.

Ticket prices are lower than similarly structured tours in the area, so this might be one of the most affordable options on our list.

They also offer combo deals for anyone interested in both plantation and swamp tours.   Read our detailed post reviewing all of Cajun Pride's tours .   

Dates/Times: Daily. 12:30 pm departures from New Orleans

Destinations: Laura or Oak Alley Plantations

Duration: 5-6 hours

• $62 - Adult 
• $40 - Child (3-12 years old)
• Tour Not Currently Available

Cajun Pride has earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor and Get Your Guide.

GRAY LINE TOURS

Gray Line is a trusted name in the bus tour industry, so you can rest easy knowing that you’ll be treated well. 

Gray Line does not offer hotel pick-up, but the buses will depart on time, and you won't wait to pick up other guests at area hotels.

NOTE: Gray Line is currently only offering tours of Oak Alley and Whitney Plantation. We'll let you know when they start offering tours to Laura Plantation once again.

Dates/Times: Daily. 12 pm departures from New Orleans

Duration: 5 hours (including travel time)

Plantation Life (Choose 2 of 3 plantations - including Whitney)

• 9 am on Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat
• 7.25 hours (including travel time)
• $89 - Adults
• $60 - Child (6-12)
• $83.50 Seniors 65+

Gray Line has received a rating of 4 ½ out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor.

OTHER LAURA PLANTATION TOURS

If you're looking for even more options, there are a few other tour companies that currently offer tours of Laura Plantation.

N'awlins Luxury Tours

• $78/Adults | $68/Children
• Purchase tickets or learn more .
• $140/Adults | $120/Children

Crescent City Tours

• $78/Adults | $65/Children

Southern Style Tours

• $69/Adults | $42/Children

Before you buy… The Laura Plantation offers its own tour with admission price, should you travel on your own to the site (taxis/Ubers do not travel here).

No self-guiding is permitted, but the tour guides have excellent reviews for their engaging history anecdotes.

Laura Plantation Admission/Tour costs for self-travel:

Dates/Times: Daily 10 am to 4 pm

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

• Adult (18+) $30.00
• Youth (13 - 17 years old) $20.00
• Child (6 - 12 years old) $12.00
• Infant (0 - 5 years old) FREE
• Purchase tickets here .

OAK ALLEY PLANTATION

Oak Alley, originally called Bon Sejour (pleasant sojourn), is another elaborate home you can tour.

It is famous for its 28 live oak trees that make up a quarter-mile of the property.

Many guests recognize it as being the location of several scenes from the iconic film Interview With a Vampire .  

The Greek Revival home is one of the most impressive in the Southern United States.  

Read more on our full post dedicated to Oak Alley Plantation .

This tour is great for families, your children will learn about the customs of the Southern part of the United States while adults will appreciate the impressive grounds and architecture.

See the Blacksmith Shop, Civil War Encampment, “Slavery at Oak Alley” exhibit, and over a dozen more!

They also have breakfast and lunch dining options.  

Pro tip: Have a car? You can drive to this plantation on your own! Free parking available onsite. See below for admission costs/tour information.

Read our post dedicated to Oak Alley Plantation . 

Popular Tour Companies for the Oak Alley Plantation:

Time will fly by as you are guided by knowledgeable, friendly staff members at the Oak Alley Plantation. Great for families, groups, or the individual.

Gray Line does not offer hotel pick-up, but the buses will depart on time, so you won't wait to pick up other guests at area hotels.

Dates/Times: Daily. 12 pm departure from New Orleans

• $79 - Adult
• $39 - Child (6-12)
• $63.90 - Groups of 10+
• More information or to book .

As we previously mentioned, Gray Line has received a rating of 4 ½ out of 5  on TripAdvisor and Get Your Guide ( read the reviews ).

CAJUN ENCOUNTERS

(Laura Plantation or + Whitney Plantation)

Cajun Encounters offers several options for Oak Alley, a stand-alone visit, or combining Oak Alley with either Laura or Whitney Plantations.

There won’t be much time to roam the grounds, as the tour guides use as much available time as they have to show you all these locations have to offer.  

While their price seems high, keep in mind that it is the price for two plantations.  

Bonus: Cajun Encounters offers hotel pick-up .  Read our post reviewing all of Cajun Encounters offerings .

Dates/Times: Daily. 8:30 am, 11:45 am pickup times

Duration:   5.5 hours for Oak Alley only or   6.5 hours for combinations (includes travel time)

Tour Prices:

Oak Alley (Stand-alone)

• $67.75 - Adult
• $50.75 - Child (4-12)
• Free for infants.

Oak Alley + Laura Plantation

• $70.75 - Child (under 12)

Cajun Encounters has received mostly excellent reviews for their Oak Alley Plantation Tour.

Much like their Laura Plantation Tour, this tour is also a half-day trip to one of the most historic homes in Louisiana.

This excursion includes transportation and admission to Oak Alley Plantation with hotel pick-up .

Rather than cramming a visit to two separate plantations in one day, Cajun Pride finds that their customers prefer having more time to explore the grounds of just one location.

Their tour guides provide a plethora of interesting information along the way, making the experience much more educational.

With ticket prices lower than some of their competitors, this could be one of the more affordable plantation tours on the list.  

• $66 - Adult 
• $43 - Child (3-12)

OTHER OAK ALLEY PLANTATION TOURS

In addition to all the other companies offering outings to Oak Alley Plantation, these services are also available from other tour operators.

Louisiana Tour Company

• $70/Adults | $45/Children
• $59/Adults | $39/Children

Legendary Tours

• $78/Adults | $65/Youth | $45/Children

Before you buy… The Oak Alley Plantation offers its own tour with admission price, should you travel on your own to the site (taxis/Ubers do not travel here). No self-guiding is permitted without admission.

Oak Alley Admission/Tour costs for self-travel :

Dates/Times: Daily. 9 am - 5 pm (exception: M-F closes at 4:30 pm Nov-Feb). Tours are offered every half hour beginning at 9:30 am.

Duration: Times vary. Guided tour of the Big House. Self-guided tour of grounds.

• $25 - Adults (19 yrs & older)
• $10 - Youth (13 to 18 yrs old)
• $7 - Children (6 to 12 yrs old)
• Learn more .

TIP: AAA Members, Military, and Seniors all receive a 10% off on tickets.

Read our detailed post reviewing all of Cajun Pride tours .  

WHITNEY PLANTATION

Opened in 2014, the Whitney Plantation is unlike any other experience you will find in Louisiana.

Focusing on the history of slavery, you’ll get a personal look at the life and conditions of slaves at this plantation museum.

In addition to the architecture and newly restored spaces, there are exhibits, artwork, narratives, and more than describe first-hand experiences at Whitney.

Pro tip: Have a car? You can drive to this plantation on your own! Free parking is available onsite. See below for admission costs/tour information.  

Popular Tour Companies for the Whitney Plantation:

You can visit Whitney Plantation on its own or through Gray Line's Plantation Tour which includes Whitney and a choice of one other plantation. 

• Daily at 12:00 pm
• 5 hours (including travel time)
• Child (6-12) $35
• Groups of 10+ $63.90
• Click here to book .

Plantation Life (Whitney + Laura or Oak plantations)

• 9 am Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat
• Adults $89 
• Child (6-12) $60 
• Seniors (65+)  $83.50

Their separate tours of Whitney Plantation and Oak Alley are still available.

We recommend checking their website to see if the tour is available because it could be added back onto their itinerary at any point in time.

Reviews for this Whitney Plantation tour are pretty impressive. 

As we mentioned above , Cajun Encounters offers a combination of Oak Alley and Whitney Plantations every day at 12:30 pm.

OTHER WHITNEY PLANTATION TOURS

Tours By Isabelle

• $135/Adults | $67.50/Children
• $70/Adults | $45/Children | $65/Seniors

2nd Line Tours

• $70/Adults | $50/Children

Whitney Plantation Admission/Tour costs for self-travel:

Dates/Times: Daily. 9:30 am - 4:30 pm every day but Tuesday. Tours are given every hour between 10 am and 3 pm.

• $22.79 - Adult
• $20.97 - Seniors, Students, Military Personnel
• $10.03 - Youth (6-12)
• $13.67 - St. James Parish Residents

Reviews for the tours provided by Whitney Plantation are surprisingly good.

Although they have received a few negative comments from unhappy customers, most people really enjoy this closer look at the plantation.

Some visitors felt that the information provided by their tour guide was a bit too opinionated, but an overwhelming majority of guests were very impressed with the friendly and helpful attitude of the staff. 

OTHER LOUISIANA PLANTATION TOURS 

HOUMAS HOUSE PLANTATION AND GARDENS

The Crown Jewel of River Road, Houmas House reflects the history of the original Houmas Indian landowners through the Louisiana purchase, when it was largely known for its sugar production, and onwards through the Civil War.

This gorgeous property is filled with history and offers much to see and learn within the property limits.  

We also offer a more in-depth review of Houmas House .

Houmas House Daily Tours

For visitors with vehicles, Houmas House staff provides a tour to their guests.

Dates/Times: Daily, 9 am - 7 pm

Duration: personalized and variable times

TIP : The Houmas House Mansion + Garden ticket is included for free with the New Orleans Sightseeing Pass . This could be a great way to save money on admission if you plan to do anything else that is included with the tourist pass.

• $35 + Tax – Adults (18 & older)
• $25 + Tax – Teenagers (13-17)
• $15 + Tax – Children (6-12)
• Kids 5 and under are free
• Click here to purchase tickets .

Tours of Houmas House have received mostly impressive ratings on TripAdvisor. Unfortunately, there have been a few negative reviews, but they don't appear to reflect the typical experience with this plantation. 

Guided Tour from New Orleans

This day trip includes admission to both Houmas House and the Destrehan Plantation, as well as a stop for lunch in a grand dining hall.

• Ticket Prices: $179 for Adults | $89.50 for Children (3-11) | $30/Infants (1-3)
• Duration: 7 ½ hours total for both plantations.
• Availability: Almost every day at 8:30 AM

Reviews for this tour are excellent on both TripAdvisor and Get Your Guide ( read the reviews here ). 

DESTREHAN PLANTATION

Located just outside of New Orleans, the Destrehan Plantation is full of historic exhibitions and they provide informative tours with costumed guides to help immerse visitors into the experience.

This plantation is a bit closer to the city than most of the others, so it's easier to reach in under an hour.

If you're short on time, this is an excellent option.

Among the most interesting items on display here is an original document signed by both Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.

Fans of American history will be well rewarded for making a trip to this noteworthy site.

Destrehan Plantation Daily Tours

Whether you're visiting with a vehicle or taking a shuttle/guided tour from New Orleans, this plantation offers tours every day except holidays.

Dates/Times: Every 30-60 minutes, 9:30 am - 3 pm

• $13/Children
• $21/Military
• $20/Seniors
• Kids 6 and younger are free

Tour Price w/ Transportation:

• $40/Children
• Kids 3 and younger are free

SAN FRANCISCO PLANTATION HOUSE

As of May 2024, The San Francisco Plantation House is no longer open to the public.

This antebellum sugar plantation was built in 1854 and the schoolhouse, slave cabins, and large estate remain open to over 100,000 annual visitors.  

The name ‘San Francisco’ comes from a mispronunciation of the French phrase “sans fruscins“ or “without a penny in my pocket”, which was the initial nickname of the plantation based on the cost of the estate for the proprietor.

Evergreen Plantation

Evergreen Plantation is no longer open to the public. It is now a research facility, find out more: https://www.evergreenplantation.org/

The Evergreen Plantation rose to popularity after being used in the film Django Unchained directed by acclaimed filmmaker Quentin Tarantino in 2012. 

The Greek Revival property constructed in 1832 is expansive. 

It was an active sugarcane plantation until 1930.

For this reason, it touts itself as having the most contributing structures of any plantation in the state and the South at 37 inclusive structures, including a  garconnière and 22 slaves quarters . 

NEW ORLEANS PLANTATION TOUR COMPANIES

There are at least a half-dozen companies offering fully guided tours to the plantations listed above, though most tours include either Laura or Oak Alley Plantations. 

Some offer hotel pick-up and others have designated areas where the buses depart from. We give some analysis, tips, and suggestions to help save you time.  

Each company serves one or a few plantations, but not all.  

If you are interested in any one particular plantation, we recommend reading about the operators for that particular plantation above.

You could visit either plantation on their own with Gray Line Tours, which also offers the option to visit the Whitney Plantation, which opened in 2014 and is the only plantation museum in Louisiana to focus on slavery.  

Gray Line does not pick up at hotels, but you won't be riding along picking up other guests either. All tours depart from their French Quarter office on Toulouse St. and Decatur St. ( map ).  

Gray Line also offers concessions when combining plantation, city or

Oak Alley Plantation Tickets and Information ( video )    

• 12 pm daily departures
• $71 - Adult
• $35 - Child (6-12)
• Adult $71 

Plantation Life (Choose 2 of 3 plantations - including Oak Alley, Laura, and Whitney)

• 9 am Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat
• $88 - Adults
• $80.50 - Seniors 65+
• More information and to book .
• Not Currently Available.

Gray Line's overall rating of 4 ½ out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor is very impressive. An overwhelming majority of customers who take their plantation tours are very pleased with the service they receive.

Although they have been given a few negative reviews, none of them indicate any serious problems with the company. 

Oak Alley Stand Alone or a combo tours (2 of 3 - Laura + Oak Alley Plantations)

You’ll cover a lot of ground with the Cajun Encounters combo tour! See Laura AND Oak Alley on this combination tour.

Travelers say that this tour is extremely kid-friendly, but teaches the adults something new, too!

Bonus: Cajun Encounters offers hotel pick-up. They do not offer each location individually.  

Read our post reviewing all of Cajun Encounters' offerings .

• $50.75 - Child (3-12)

Plantation Combo Ticket

Duration: 6 hours, 30 minutes (including travel time, paired with Laura Plantation)

Just like their competition, Cajun Encounters enjoys a high 4 ½ out of 5 stars rating on TripAdvisor.

Even though they have received a handful of negative reviews, it's worth pointing out that most customers truly love the plantation tours offered by this company. 

CAJUN PRIDE SWAMP TOURS

This company focuses on swamp tours, but they also offer plantation tours.

Customers rave about the family-friendly adventures they have with Cajun Pride Tours, saying the fun atmosphere of the knowledgeable staff and the cleanliness of the buses make for a positive experience!

They are known more for their swamp guiding than their plantation tours, but luckily you can do both if you’d like!  

Bonus: Cajun Pride picks up guests from most New Orleans area hotels. They offer one of the least expensive options available. Read our detailed post reviewing all of Cajun Pride tours .   

Destinations: Oak Alley Plantation

• $40 - Child (4-12)

Cajun Pride has also been given a 4 ½ out of 5 stars rating, indicating that their service is at least as good as anything you'll get from their competitors. 

LEGENDARY TOURS

Legendary Tours offers tours of Oak Alley in combination with Whitney Plantation.

You’ll be in great hands with Edward, the company owner, and tour guide.

Looking for a personalized experience?

Reach out to Edward! Customers say he is easygoing, well-informed, and very accommodating, with the hospitality you would expect from New Orleans!

Dates/Times: Daily. Hotel pick-up between 8 am - 8:30 am

Duration: 6-7 hours, includes two plantations plus travel time

• $93 - Adult
• $60 - Child (5-12)
• Kids under 5 are free.

Legendary Tours may, in fact, offer the best-rated plantation tours in New Orleans. With an overall rating of 5 stars on TripAdvisor, they're definitely a cut above the rest.

Guests are typically very impressed with their tour guides and the amount of information provided, indicating that this trip is something that visitors must experience on a vacation to NOLA.

Customers who brought either their friends or significant others were most likely to leave a positive review.

Other Companies

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PLANTATION/CITY/SWAMP TOUR COMBINATION TICKETS

Several companies offer price cuts if you combine plantation tours with swamp or city tours.

In addition to their individual plantation tours, this company also provides a combo tour featuring one plantation and a visit to the swamps of New Orleans.

The additional swamp tour is a 2-hour excursion out on the Louisiana Bayou.

A professional guide will point out notable flora and fauna in the area as you look for alligators, turtles, and exotic wildlife.

The entire trip will last for approximately 7 hours, giving you plenty of time to immerse yourself in the history and culture of Cajun life. Reviews for this combo tour are very positive, indicating that their new approach to combining services has worked out quite well.

Some customers report that they were even given the opportunity to hold a baby alligator, which is definitely an interesting experience.

Most guests appreciate the amount of information provided by their tour guides, indicating that this is both a fun and educational journey. 

• Visit either Laura Plantation or Oak Alley Plantation.
• Enjoy a Swamp Tour around the wetlands of New Orleans.
• Ticket Prices: $105 for Adults | $60 for Children

Gray Line New Orleans

Gray Line offers 2 combination packages that include their plantation tours: a swamp and plantation tour combo and a plantation and city bus tour combo.  

Gray Line offers 10% off the price of each product when purchased as a package.

These combo deals are quite highly rated on TripAdvisor. Although there have been one or two unhappy customers, most people report that their combo packages offer a lot of bang for your buck. 

Swamp and Plantation Combo

Spend two days exploring with Gray Line’s option to save money by purchasing both the Swamp & Bayou Tour with a Plantation Tour . 

You can choose either Oak Alley Plantation or Whitney Plantation Tour (both top attractions of Louisiana).  

BONUS: You save 10% by combining!  The 10% savings is a great deal, but make sure you have two days to spend on these tours. Cajun Encounters tour combos that offer both of these experiences in one day.  

• Swamp Tour + Whitney Plantation Combo
• General information on Swamp + Plantation Tours

Cajun Encounters 

They offer $8 off the combined price.  They offer 2 options:

• Plantation Tour (+) the Honey Island Swamp Tour
• Plantation Tour (+) New Orleans City Bus and Cemetery Tour
• Learn more here

( NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE )

For the swamp tour, they use 22 passenger boats (not airboats) that give you a close encounter with plants and animals. 

For city bus tours, you are able to disembark for a closer look at several spots.

While the combo’s $8 savings (5%) may not be a huge deal, what you’re getting is a guaranteed quality tour from a local company that has nearly 20 years of experience.

Most TripAdvisor reviews for their combo tours are very positive.

They have had a couple of unhappy customers, but these experiences clearly didn't reflect the average journey with Cajun Encounters.

A majority of reviewers were very impressed with these combination packages, suggesting that they were worth the money and provided a lot of entertainment value. 

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Whitney Plantation Tour

5 hours and 25 minutes

A personal look into the lives of owners and enslaved people in antebellum Louisiana.

In 2014, the Whitney Plantation opened its doors to the public for the first time in its 262 year history as the only plantation museum in Louisiana with a focus on slavery. Through museum exhibits, memorial artwork, restored buildings, and hundreds of first-person narratives, visitors to Whitney will gain a unique perspective on the enslaved people who lived and worked here.

The early owners of Habitation Haydel, later known as The Whitney Plantation, became wealthy producing indigo before the plantation transitioned to sugar in the early 1800s. Whitney is also significant because of the number of its historic outbuildings which were added to the site over the years, thus providing a unique perspective on the evolution of the Louisiana working plantation.

The Big House is one of the finest surviving examples of Spanish Creole architecture and one of the earliest raised Creole cottages in Louisiana. Although a limited portion of the original tour, the house is undergoing renovations in 2021 and it is not currently open.

The Whitney Plantation Historic District is on the National Register of Historic Places. As a site of memory and consciousness, the Whitney Plantation Museum is meant to pay homage to all enslaved people on the plantation itself and to all of those who lived elsewhere in the United States.

Travel past Laura, Oak Alley, Evergreen, Felicity & St. Joseph Plantations, ghosts of the past that front the Mississippi River, where rich crops of sugar cane, cotton, and indigo from these fertile lands once traveled to ports of trade.

Tour starts at 12:00pm and 1:00pm Wednesday - Monday. Tour does not operate on Tuesdays. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour time.

What's included?

• Entry or admission fee
• Entrance fees
• Round-trip transportation from the French Quarter
• Audio Tour Experience Via Whitney Plantation App
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (must meet at 400 Toulouse Street)

Please note

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Check-in is 15 minutes prior to start time.
• They Whitney Plantation is a self-guided tour. Please make sure to download the Whitney Plantation app on your cell phone, tablet, or iPad to listen to an audio tour.
• If the guest needs a wheelchair lift equipped bus, then special arrangements need to be made with the supplier. This must be arranged 48 hours prior to tour date. Contact details will be on your voucher.
• Guests visiting Whitney using a wheelchair will have access to the gift shop, restrooms, and museum. The plantation grounds are accessible; however, there are uneven gravel paths. The main house tour is not accessible to guest traveling in wheelchairs and is not required to be modified as it is a historic home; however, the first floor is accessible. Guests would be able to view the slave quarters, but would not have access to enter.
• You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

The Whitney Plantation is a self-guided audio tour experience. Please make sure to download the Whitney Plantation app on your cell phone, tablet, or iPad to listen to an audio tour.

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8 Best Plantation Tours in New Orleans in 2024

One of the best ways to immerse yourself in the captivating history and beauty of the Deep South is on one of the plantation tours in New Orleans. From the famous Oak Alley Plantation to the lesser-known gems like Whitney Plantation, these Louisiana plantation tours offer a glimpse into the region’s rich past and cultural heritage.

You will get to explore the grand antebellum plantation houses, stroll through some picturesque gardens, and learn about the lives of those who once inhabited these grand estates.

🏆 Best Plantation Tour in New Orleans

Don’t have time to read the whole article? The hands-down best choice for a great time is the From New Orleans: Swamp Airboat, 2 Plantation Tours & Lunch .

For those seeking plantation tours near New Orleans, the Destrehan Plantation will be the closest option, conveniently located just a short drive away from the city.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a nature lover, these tours promise an unforgettable outing that pulls you back in time and an opportunity to learn more about the troubled past of these New Orleans plantations on this Big Easy adventure.

Quick Guide: Plantation Tours in New Orleans

From New Orleans: Swamp Airboat, 2 Plantation Tours & Lunch ✔️ Guided visits to two plantations with gourmet Creole lunch ✔️ Learn about Cajun pride and Creole cultures from a Historian Guide

New Orleans: Oak Alley Plantation & Airboat Swamp Combo Tour ✔️ A combination of Oak Alley historic plantation tour and swamp airboat adventure ✔️ Thrilling swamp airboat tour through the Barataria Basin & learn about Oak Alley’s Greek Revival architecture

New Orleans: Houmas House Plantation Tour ✔️  Period-dressed guides for an immersive experience ✔️ Extensively restored mansion with Live Oak trees, secret gardens, and water features

Best New Orleans Plantation Tours

1. from new orleans: whitney plantation ticket & transportation.

⭐️ RATING : 4.7 out of 5 Stars | 🕑 TOUR LENGTH : 5 Hours | Check Rates and Availability

Step into the historical charm of the Whitney Plantation in New Orleans with the From New Orleans: Whitney Plantation Ticket & Transportation tour . This highly-rated tour has earned an impressive rating throughout its numerous visitors, and it continues to ensure a delightful and enriching experience for those who book it.

Lasting approximately 5 hours, this round-trip bus tour provides convenient transportation to the Whitney Plantation, known for its stunning Spanish Creole plantation architecture.

Once you arrive, you’ll embark on a self-guided tour, allowing you to explore the plantation at your own pace. As the only plantation museum in Louisiana with a focus on the history of slavery, the Whitney Plantation tour offers a unique educational experience, shedding light on the lives of enslaved individuals and their contributions to history.

The tour itself was a self-guided audio which was fantastic, well structured, substantive, and comfortably paced. The drive out was also great! GetYourGuide Traveler (Read More Reviews )

You can immerse yourself in the rich history of the plantation as you stroll through its historic outbuildings, each holding its own intriguing story.

The well-structured self-guided audio tour provides substantive information about the plantation’s past, culture, and significance, ensuring you have an informative and captivating journey.

The opportunity to visit the Whitney Plantation in New Orleans, where Spanish Creole architecture, a focus on slave labor, and a variety of historic outbuildings come together to create an unforgettable eye-opening experience and powerful testimony of plantation life.

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2. New Orleans: Destrehan Plantation Tour

⭐️ RATING : 4.6 out of 5 Stars | 🕑 TOUR LENGTH : Valid for 1 Day | Check Rates and Availability

Explore the Closest Plantation to New Orleans with the New Orleans: Destrehan Plantation Tour . Approximately a 30-minute drive away from the heart of New Orleans, this highly-rated tour continues to impress its crowds, so make sure you don’t miss it!

The tour is valid for one day, allowing plenty of time to immerse yourself in the plantation’s rich history and culture.

Upon arrival at Destrehan Plantation, you will have the opportunity to explore the plantation store and gift shop, where you can find unique souvenirs and mementos. Throughout the tour, you will have a personal interpreter who will guide you through the plantation, sharing stories about both free and enslaved people who once lived here.

I enjoyed the whole tour from the history lessons to the artifacts and most especially the presentation. Will recommend this tour. – GetYourGuide Traveler (Read More Reviews )

One of the highlights of the tour is the chance to see an original document signed by historical figures Thomas Jefferson and James Madison, adding an extra layer of historical significance to the experience. Additionally, visitors can witness folk-life demonstrations that showcase traditional skills and crafts.

As you explore the plantation, don’t miss the Legacy Room, which displays original documents and artifacts from the family members who resided here, providing an intimate glimpse into their lives.

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3. New Orleans: Houmas House Plantation Tour

⭐️ RATING : 4.8 out of 5 Stars | 🕑 TOUR LENGTH : 1 Hour | Check Rates and Availability

You can experience the grandeur of the Houmas House Plantation with the New Orleans: Houmas House Plantation Tour . This tour promises a fully immersive and captivating experience. Guides dressed in period attire enhance the authenticity of the tour, offering a glimpse into the plantation’s storied past.

As you explore the fully restored mansion, you will be transported back in time, enjoying a fully immersive experience that reflects the opulence and grandeur of the sugarcane plantation in the 1800s. The tour provides an opportunity to see rare and period artwork and artifacts, adding a rich layer of historical significance to the visit.

Absolutely loved the tour. The house is amazing and our tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable. The grounds are so vast and gorgeous. – GetYourGuide Traveler (Read More Reviews )

The Houmas House’s vast grounds are equally impressive, featuring water features, secret gardens, sculptures, and magnificent live Oak trees. Visitors can enjoy self-paced tours of the expansive gardens, taking in the natural beauty that surrounds them.

Whether you’re fascinated by history, appreciate architecture, or simply seek an escape into the beauty of the past, this tour promises to be an enriching and memorable experience.

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4. New Orleans: St. Joseph Plantation Guided Tour

🕑 TOUR LENGTH : 1 Hour | Check Rates and Availability

St. Joseph Plantation is one of the last operating sugar cane plantations in Louisiana, covering an impressive 2,500 acres in the River Parishes. During the guided tour , you will have full access to each room of the plantation home, allowing for a more detailed understanding of its history and significance.

Additionally, guests are encouraged to take a walking tour to explore the beautiful grounds and witness the plantation’s rich heritage firsthand.

The self-guided tour of numerous outbuildings, including original slave quarters, a detached kitchen, a blacksmith shop, a carpenter’s shed, and a schoolhouse, offers an intimate glimpse into the daily lives and struggles of the people who lived on the plantation.

If you consider yourself a history enthusiast or a movie buff, you will appreciate that St. Joseph Plantation, along with its sister property Felicity Plantation, has been featured in several notable films, such as “12 Years a Slave,” “All The King’s Men,” “The Skeleton Key,” and “Queen Sugar.”

There is also a very unique opportunity starting at the end of September from October 1st through November 3rd, where visitors can also witness the “Creole Mourning Tour.” During this time, the house is dressed for deep mourning, and live re-enactments portray the people who lived on the plantation and their mourning customs.

If you’re eager to delve into a lesser-known gem among the plantations near New Orleans, the New Orleans: St. Joseph Plantation Guided Tour is a fantastic choice.

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New Orleans Plantation and Swamp Tours

5. new orleans: single plantation and pontoon swamp day trip.

⭐️ RATING : 4.6 out of 5 Stars | 🕑 TOUR LENGTH : 8 Hours | Check Rates and Availability

You can experience the best of both worlds with the New Orleans: Single Plantation and Pontoon Swamp Day Trip . This tour offers the opportunity to visit one of three plantations, including Laura, Oak Alley, or Whitney Plantation. With a tour length of 8 hours, it provides plenty of time to explore a plantation and venture into the enchanting swamp.

Explore one of the following plantations with this tour:

    •     Laura Plantation: Discover the Big House, gardens, and original slave cabins. Don’t miss the new museum exhibits offering insights into daily life on the sugar plantation.

    •     Oak Alley Plantation: Oak Alley house tour (including the Big House), Oak Alley exhibit, and visit an 1890s-era forge, providing a glimpse into historical craftsmanship.

    •     Whitney Plantation: Experience a French Creole Barn, a detached kitchen, and exhibits honoring the lives and struggles of enslaved individuals.

Everyone from the driver, tour guides were friendly, funny and knowledgable. – GetYourGuide Traveler (Read More Reviews )

The tour includes convenient transportation in a 14-passenger bus, making it a fantastic option for those seeking New Orleans plantation country tours with transportation included.

From the moment you board the tour vehicle, you can expect friendly, funny, and knowledgeable drivers and guides who will make your day truly enjoyable. Visitors have praised the tour for its well-organized itinerary and the engaging narratives shared by the guides.

With this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to delve into the rich history of one of these three distinct plantations and venture into the captivating Louisiana swamp to learn about the unique Wetlands ecosystem.

The combination of visiting a plantation and taking a pontoon swamp tour allows you to learn about the history of the region while also experiencing the beauty of the Wetlands and its wildlife. A day filled with cultural heritage and natural wonders awaits on this exceptional adventure.

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6. New Orleans: Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Cruise Day Trip

⭐️ RATING : 4.6 out of 5 Stars | 🕑 TOUR LENGTH : 7 Hours | Check Rates and Availability

Set out on a captivating journey with this highly-rated tour that has earned an impressive rating and promises a memorable and enriching experience. With a tour length of 7 hours, visitors have ample time to delve into the history and beauty of the Oak Alley Plantation.

The Oak Alley and Swamp Cruise Tour combines the best of both worlds. It allows you to witness the breathtaking beauty of the famous plantation and the highlight of its alley of 28 evenly spaced live oak trees as well as the charm of the wetlands and its intriguing mystique is sure to not disappoint.

Along with exploring the plantation, you’ll enjoy a narrated ride across the swamps, taking in the unique scenery and spotting alligators, turtles, and water birds in their natural habitat. Our family absolutely loved our trip through the swamp and really enjoyed getting to see all of the wildlife, including alligators!

Great trip seeing the alligators and wildlife! We also were in awe of the plantation as well. So much history to learn from! – Robyn (Read More Reviews )

For a deeper understanding of local Cajun and Creole history, the boat tour through the swamps offers an immersive and informative experience on a flat-bottom boat. As an added convenience, this tour also includes pickup from your French Quarter hotel.

Visitors can enjoy a leisurely day at the plantation, with picnic tables available if you want to prepare and bring your own lunch. However, there’s also a restaurant on-site for those who don’t want the stress of bringing along their own food . The plantation also has a gift shop and bar that certainly add more to the experience.

With so much history to learn from, this Oak Alley Plantation tour promises a comprehensive and unforgettable experience. So don’t miss the opportunity to explore the beauty of the Oak Alley Plantation and the magic of Louisiana’s swamps!

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7. New Orleans: Oak Alley Plantation & Airboat Swamp Combo Tour

⭐️ RATING : 4.7 out of 5 Stars | 🕑 TOUR LENGTH : 8.5 Hours | Check Rates and Availability

Embark on a thrilling and immersive adventure with the New Orleans: Oak Alley Plantation & Airboat Swamp Combo Tour . This highly sought-after tour is one of the most booked and highest-rated experiences, offering the best of both worlds—the beauty and history of Oak Alley plantation tours in New Orleans and the exhilaration of a swamp airboat adventure.

With a tour length of 8.5 hours, visitors can indulge in the captivating beauty and history of the iconic plantation, known for its Greek Revival architecture and antique farm equipment exhibits. Expert guides in period dress enrich the experience, providing insights into the plantation’s past.

Absolutely worth every cent. The swamp airboat with Capt. Rocky was great. His knowledge and comfort with the alligators was unbelievable. He educated us on the swamp environment, the flora and fauna. The plantation was very interesting and the tour guide knew the house history very well. Great experience! – Patricia (Read More Reviews )

On the swamp airboat tour, guests will ride through the Barataria Basin, witnessing swamps, marshes, and lakes, and have the chance to see gators, raccoons, and wild pigs in their natural habitat.

Capt. Rocky, the airboat guide, is known for impressing with his extensive knowledge of the swamp environment, flora, fauna, and alligators.

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8. From New Orleans: Swamp Airboat, 2 Plantation Tours & Lunch

⭐️ RATING : 4.7 out of 5 Stars | 🕑 TOUR LENGTH : 9 Hours | Check Rates and Availability

This exciting and diverse adventure with the From New Orleans: Swamp Airboat, 2 Plantation Tours & Lunch tour is the one not to miss. It’s an unforgettable and enriching experience. With a tour length of 9 hours, this tour provides a full day of exploration and fun.

The tour offers a perfect blend of history and nature, with guided visits to the Laura and Houmas House Plantations. You will learn about the rich Cajun and Creole cultures from your historian guide and admire the magnificent 300-year-old oak trees that line the path.

The adventure begins with a scenic, narrated drive out of New Orleans in a 13-seater high-roof van. Along the way, you will pass by Felicity Plantation and St. Joseph Plantation.

These areas are famous for being the filming location of the “12 Years A Slave” movie and “Queen Sugar” TV series, respectively. You will also stop in front of Oak Alley Plantation to admire its iconic rows of centuries-old oak trees.

Overall a wonderful experience with two different style of plantations, lunch and swamp airboat ride. Such a variety and fun, filled day! Truly enjoyable!!! – GetYourGuide Traveler ( Read More Reviews )

At the Houmas House Plantation, you will enjoy a gourmet Creole meal. The tasty lunch is a great way to break up the tour and refuel for the day’s continued adventures. Guides on this Houmas House Plantation tour are dressed in Antebellum costumes.

This is a fun touch that adds historical charm to your tour, making the experience even more compelling.

Many visitors have raved about the overall experience, describing it as a fun-filled day filled with variety and enjoyment. And, of course, the highlight of the tour is the thrilling small airboat ride with a Cajun boat captain.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are new orleans plantation tours worth it.

Absolutely! New Orleans plantation tours are definitely worth it! These tours offer a unique opportunity to delve into the region’s rich history and cultural heritage.

Visitors can explore stunning antebellum houses and their beautiful gardens. It’s a wonderful way to gain insights into the lives of those who once lived on these grand estates.

What Is the Most Famous Plantation in New Orleans?

Oak Alley Plantation is one of the most famous and iconic plantations in New Orleans. It is renowned for its breathtaking alley of ancient oak trees. The line of trees creates a stunning avenue leading up to the majestic Greek Revival-style mansion.

Which Plantation Tour is Closest to New Orleans?

The Destrehan Plantation is the closest plantation to New Orleans, situated just a short drive away from the city. This spot offers a convenient and easily accessible option for those with limited time.

How Long Is the Plantation Tour in New Orleans?

The duration of plantation tours in New Orleans varies depending on the specific tour. Some tours may last as short as one hour, while others can be full-day excursions lasting up to nine hours. We recommend that you choose a tour that best fits your schedule and interests.

Conclusion: Plantation Tours Near NOLA

The best New Orleans plantation tours offer a captivating journey into the region’s history, culture, and natural beauty. From the grandeur of Oak Alley Plantation to the informative Whitney Plantation, each tour provides a unique and enriching experience.

Still haven’t decided? The hands-down best choice for a great time is the From New Orleans: Swamp Airboat, 2 Plantation Tours & Lunch tour .

If you’re looking to explore more than plantations, there are many other tour options to consider. A handful of New Orleans plantation tours combine the best of both worlds with a plantation and swamp tour combo. Combo options include swamp airboat rides , adding a touch of adventure to their exploration.

Destrehan Plantation is a great spot to consider exploring if you are seeking a convenient and fascinating visit. It’s the closest plantation to New Orleans, rich with cultural and historical significance.

Whether you’re drawn to the fascinating stories, compelling history, stunning architecture, or breathtaking landscapes, these plantation tours in Louisiana and their New Orleans plantation house locations promise an unforgettable adventure through time.

If you’re looking for more fun things to do in New Orleans and want to learn more about the fascinating history in this area, we recommend looking into some of the New Orleans cemetery tours .

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11 Remarkable Southern Plantation Tours in the US

With their architecture and remarkable gardens, historic Southern plantation homes are full of old-world charm and beauty. But more importantly, they have rich stories to tell because they played significant roles in our nation’s history. Today, it’s hard to believe, but more than 50,000 plantations operated during the antebellum period.

The economy of the 17th- and 18th-century American South was due to an insatiable demand for cotton, indigo, rice, and tobacco. Though most of them folded after the abolition of slavery, many of these magnificent properties on which this economy was built still exist and are rich in history.

Most of the plantations you can visit today are located in the Deep South, including South Carolina, Georgia, Louisiana, Alabama, and Mississippi. The ones open to visitors tend to be more impressive and often managed by state historical societies or parks programs. If experiencing the storied history and architectural beauty of a southern plantation home is in your future, then these 11 Significant Southern Plantation Tours in America should not be missed!

Oak Alley Plantation, Vacherie, LA

This plantation was first a sugar cane plantation started by Valcour Aime, who purchased the property in 1830. He established an enslaved community that worked the plantation. But in 1836, Jacques Roman bought the Oak Alley property and began to build his own home on the lot.

Accomplished entirely by slave labor, his house was built in Greek Revival style using bricks made on-site and marble shipped in by steamboat. The self-guided tour at Oak Alley centers on the lives and living conditions of those who were owned and kept on this plantation.

While visiting, learn about life after emancipation and stop by the Blacksmith Shop, which pays tribute to Louisiana artisans and the history of forging metalwork. This plantation can be found in the 1993 film, Interview With a Vampire and Beyoncé’s 2006 music video for Deja Vu.

Belle Meade Plantation, Belle Meade, TN

What started as a simple log cabin is now a plantation outside of Nashville that serves as an educational source. Established by John Harding in 1807, “Belle Meade” translates to mean beautiful meadow in old English and French. What started as a 250-acre property would become a 5,300-acre farm that raised thoroughbred horses.

Besides a Greek Revival Mansion, it had a train station and a rock quarry and raised five generations of owners with their enslaved workers. Today the site maintains 34 acres of the original property, including the mansion and original home. It is dedicated to the conservation of Tennessee’s Victorian architecture and equestrian history.

Visitors can enjoy a tour of the property led by trained and costumed guides, who share the mansion’s history and other historic buildings like a carriage house, horse stable, and log cabin. Free wine tasting is offered at the location’s winery after tours, and there is a gift shop and restaurant for visitors.

Shirley Plantation, Charles City, VA

This location remains a working plantation and privately-owned home to this day. This is the country’s first plantation built in 1613, only six years after English settlers founded Jamestown. The “Great House” was styled initially in Anglo-Dutch architecture through continuous efforts and additions with mixed styles, creating a charismatic aesthetic.

The Hill family has been living on the property for 11 generations, keeping the estate in beautiful, restored condition. You can learn about the amazing women who kept the farm operating during the Civil War and saved it from falling by caring for wounded Union soldiers.

Tours highlight the history of the plantation, including the role of religion in colonial America, colonial education, the history of the Hill family, and the effects of the Civil War and Civil Rights against the plantation. A new slavery exhibit has also been built in the original 18th-century outbuilding.

Nottoway Plantation, White Castle, LA

This is the south’s biggest antebellum mansion. Located northwest of New Orleans and southwest of Baton Rouge, Nottoway is a Greek and Italian-style mansion full of luxurious features and details. Over the years, Nottoway Plantation went through several different owners and years of decline but managed to survive the Civil War.

It was completed in 1859 by prestigious sugar planter John Hampton Randolph. As a wealthy businessman, he wanted no expense spared when it came to the home’s design. The 53,000sqft mansion has 64 rooms with 22 massive exterior columns, 12 hand-carved Italian marble fireplaces, 15ft ceilings, and a lavish pure white oval ballroom. He also installed modern bathrooms with running water and gas lighting throughout the home.

He wanted a home that would be seen by river boaters on the Mississippi River or riders on a horse-drawn carriage traveling on Great River Road. When you visit today, costumed tour guides take you through the mansion, sharing details of the property’s history.

Sherwood Forest, Charles City, VA

This location is unique because it’s the only private home to be owned by two presidents. William Henry Harrison purchased the house under the name “Walnut Grove.” After his death, his successor John Tyler purchased the plantation in 1842, renaming it Sherwood Forest to show his outlaw position in the Whig party. He lived in the house from the time he left the office until he died in 1862.

The Tyler family has continued living here since then, keeping the house in excellent condition. The property is open for tours daily between 9 am and 5 pm. Only 30 minutes from Williamsburg, Sherwood Forest is a Greek Revivalist wonder with 25 acres of gardens, woodlands, and outbuildings both original and reconstructed.

Visit the gardens once used by Civil War troops and even learn about the ghost, the “Gray Lady,” who has allegedly haunted the Gray Room for the past 200 years, rocking back and forth in her rocking chair.

Pebble Hill Plantation, Thomasville, GA

Melville Hanna, who obtained the property in 1896, gave the estate to his daughter, Kate, in 1901, and she immediately began construction on Pebble Hill, being actively involved in its design process. She first built a log cabin that served as a school and a playroom for her children.

She then continued with neo-classical brick structures like the Plantation Store, the Waldorf, the Pump House, and the Stables Complex. Kate being a humanitarian, provided many benefits to the 40 employees who worked on the plantation. The Visiting Nurse Association offered medical services for employees and their families, and two schools were built and maintained for employees’ children.

After Kate died in 1936, her daughter Elisabeth inherited the plantation and turned it into a museum. Finally, in 1956 the Pebble Hill Foundation made the property open to the public, and they maintain and manage the estate today.

Whitney Plantation, Edgard, LA

This historical complex, which includes 12 structures, was initially called the Habitation Haydel. The Spanish Creole-style main dwelling and its surrounding buildings were built by slaves under the owner, German immigrant Ambrose Heidel, in 1752.

This plantation stands as a memorial to the slaves sacrificed on the property and others like it. The Field of Angels especially is a section of the slave memorial site, dedicated to 2,200 Louisiana slave children who died before they were three. Ultimately, thirty-nine children died at Whitney between 1823-1863, only six of which made it to five years old.

Also dedicated to the slaves of Whitney, you’ll find the Slave Quarters site. You won’t find the original buildings here because the previous owners advocated for their removal in an attempt to raise property values. The ones that stand were moved from other plantations, supporting the authenticity and educational value of the site.

Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, Hermitage, TN

The President and his wife lived here for years, living off profits made from the crops that slaves worked daily. When he initially bought The Hermitage in 1804, Jackson owned nine African American slaves, and by the time he passed away in 1845, he owned 150 slaves who lived and worked on the property.

Tours here cover over 1,000 acres of farmland that used to be The Hermitage Plantation. It was a self-sustaining property, relying on slave labor to produce cotton. Although slaves could not legally wed, Jackson encouraged them to form family units to discourage slaves from escaping since it would be more difficult for an entire family to flee safely.

Take a tour of the Hermitage and walk through the mansion and its grounds, where President Jackson and his wife are buried. Costumed tour guides share a detailed history of the Jackson family, the plantation, its buildings, and original belongings that have survived on the property.

Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston, SC

In 1676, Thomas Drayton, with his wife Ann, the first in the Magnolia family line that lasted for more than 300 years, established the Magnolia Plantation along the Ashley River. During the Colonial era, the plantation saw immense growth due to the cultivation of rice.

But once the American Revolution began, troops occupied the land, and Drayton and his sons became soldiers fighting the British. The American Civil War threatened the welfare of the Drayton family, the house, and the gardens, but the plantation recovered and saw additional growth of the gardens, which became the focus.

The property was saved from ruin by opening to the public and now offers guided tours taking visitors through the Drayton family home and gives a glimpse of what plantation life was like in the 19th century. This includes ten rooms that are open to the public, furnished with antiques, quilts, and Drayton family heirlooms.

Destrehan Plantation, Destrehan, LA

This Plantation in Louisiana was built in 1787 and is located 25 miles away from downtown New Orleans. It was home to successful sugar producers Marie Celeste Robin de Logny and Jean Noel Destrehan. By 1804, fifty-nine enslaved workers lived on the property, producing over 203,000 pounds of sugar.

This plantation is where one of the three trials after the 1811 Slave Revolt took place. Led by Charles Deslondes, it was one of the most significant slave revolts in US history. Visitors can tour the restored plantation, encircled by lush greenery, that looks over the Mississippi River.

Stories of the Destrehan family and those enslaved are shared through guided tours, which also feature historical exhibits and opportunities to participate in period demonstrations. Tours also include access to the Jefferson Room, displaying an authentic document signed by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.

James Madison’s Montpelier, Montpelier Station, VA

Ambrose Madison, a slaveholder in Virginia, and his wife Frances and children arrived in 1732 at a plantation they named Mount Pleasant. James, the grandson of Ambrose, spent his early childhood here while construction on a brick Georgian house began that would later become the center of James Madison’s Montpelier.

This is the land where James Madison thought up ideas and shaped the US as the country’s 4th president. With 2,650 acres of rolling hills, horse pastures, and scenic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Montpelier offers insight into the Madison family history and provides a deeper look into Madison’s presidency. Exhibits on the grounds include the 1910 Train Depot, exploring the African American struggle for civil rights.

There’s also The Mere Distinction of Colour, allowing visitors to hear the stories of enslaved people at Montpelier, as told by their descendants. It recounts the events at Madison’s home and the South Yard of the land, where slaves lived and worked. The exhibition even explores how the legacy of slavery impacts race and human rights in modern America.

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Come explore America’s first slavery museum at the Whitney Plantation, then go for a boat ride on the enchanting swamp in Louisiana.

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Enjoy a history tour of the Laura Creole Plantation, after the plantation tour take an enchanting boat ride through the Louisiana Swamps.

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See a plantation and the swamp in one great tour! Visit the Destrehan Documented Plantation for a history tour, then get out in nature for a swamp boat tour.

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Come experience the Destrehan Plantation, which remains the oldest documented plantation home in the lower Mississippi Valley.

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Come explore the Whitney Plantation, which is America’s first Slavery Museum and also used as a backdrop in the film Django Unchained, then go for a boat ride on the enchanting swamp in Louisiana.

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Instead of going on only one tour at a time, why not combine various experiences? This is exactly what our combination tours offer. We believe in variety and therefore strive to provide you with the most diverse locations to visit through our combination tours.

You can do a combination of a plantation and swamp tour for a wholesome experience at great rates. Spend some time on a history tour of a plantation, learning about the lives of the slaves who lived and worked there. Then take a boat tour to discover the swamp and learn about the lives and habits of alligators.

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Oak Alley Plantation Tour

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House tour about 35 minutes, Hotel Pick Up and Transportation included.

The Oak Alley Plantation Tour includes round-trip transportation and admission to the grounds. Tour number one of the day starts at 8:00 AM. Tour number two of the day pickup begins at 1:15 PM. We use Crescent City Tours & Transportation for the ground transportation service. The Plantation is located 70 miles (about 1 hour 10 min) from the French Quarter and features picturesque Oak Trees,  beautiful landscaping, an elegant 1837 Greek Revival-style plantation house, a blacksmith shop, a restaurant, and antique farm equipment. You will spend approximately 2 hours at the plantation.  Guests will get a tour of Oak Alley’s house, approximately 35 minutes, conducted by Oak Alley’s own tour guides. After the house tour, you will get a chance to explore the entire property from the blacksmith’s shop to the various exhibits and of course the souvenir shop.

The Oak Alley plantation tour is one of the most magnificent plantation tours near New Orleans because of the 28 evenly spaced, huge Oak Trees that go from River Road to the Plantation House. It looks like the movie “Gone with the Wind”. The Greek Revival style home dates back to 1837. Located on the grounds are a restaurant, blacksmith shop, souvenir shop, and antique farm equipment. The Oak Alley tour is the complete plantation experience! The Oak Alley house tour is approximately 35 minutes and is conducted by the plantation’s own tour guides. Walking is required for this tour.  The distance from the Plantation house to the restaurant and souvenir shop is about one block in distance.  Along the path, there are benches shaded by the oak trees.

History of Oak Alley Plantation

Over the years, many wonderful and fascinating individuals have had a hand in shaping a dream for Oak Alley … some tried and won, some tried and lost, others just tried and gave up. Still, they all had one thing in common … they CARED enough to try. Most of them are gone now, leaving only bits and pieces of the whole story … yellowed documents in parish archives, remembrances shared from generation to generation, a letter or two, and faded photographs. But most important of all, Oak Alley herself. Oak Alley’s adaptive restoration in 1925 by her new owners, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Stewart, was the first example of Antebellum restoration along River Road. Through the years, Oak Alley was the scene of many events affecting those who had given her a second chance at survival in the struggle against time and the elements. Josephine Stewart outlived her husband by 26 years.   Shortly before her death on October 3, 1972, Josephine created a non-profit foundation which would be known as the Oak Alley Foundation. Since then,  the home and 25 acres of grounds have remained open for all to share.

What To Expect

Once arriving at Oak Alley you will be given a guided tour of the mansion which will last about 30 minutes, in addition, you will have another 30 to 45 minutes for a self-guided tour and if you use your time wisely you can maybe have lunch at the Oak Alley cafe or Deli or enjoy a mint julep under the beautiful oaks hotel return will be around noon arriving in New Orleans around 1:30 PM

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Welcome to Tour de Plantersville

A 'discovery' ride, click here to register », history • habitat • health • harmony, welcome to the tour de plantersville.

The Tour de Plantersville is a ride through the only Scenic Byway in Georgetown County. Along the Byway and throughout the ride there are plantations from the colonial era that are part of the region’s rich rice farming history. These sites contain several pre-Civil War landmarks – mansions, slave houses, churches, rice Chimneys, and other ruins. There are designated stops along the ride to encourage cyclists to explore history.

The Tour de Plantersville offers metric century 62-mile, 25-mile, and 12-mile ride options through the natural setting of Plantersville South Carolina. The ride is perfect for avid cyclists training for their next race or families wanting to share a healthy adventure together. Riders gather between 7 and 8:30 a.m. at the Plantersville Elementary School (1668 Exodus Drive, Georgetown) where the Cultural Festival takes place. Festival entry and parking are FREE so come out and cheer on our riders while enjoying the live music, local cuisine, and children’s activities.

Title & Presenting Sponsors

The Tour de Plantersville Steering Committee and The Village Group are pleased to announce that the Hammock Coast will be returning for the 5th Annual Tour de Plantersville as the 2023 Title Sponsor. We also want to welcome our 2023 Presenting Sponsors: White House Farms and Get Carried Away!

“Get Carried Away is proud to sponsor the 2023 Tour de Plantersville event. We support the many programs provided by The Village Group and the lives that they enrich. We look forward to riding and experiencing this beautiful and historic area again.” Brian Henry, Mayor of Pawleys Island and President of Get Carried Away Southern Market & Catering

“White House Farms is pleased to support The Village Group through our sponsorship of Tour de Plantersville. The Tour is a unique way to encourage our community and beyond to come together and enjoy the area's beauty, explore its history, and most importantly promote its brighter future. As we enter our 4th season of farming Andy's Charleston Gold and our 2nd season of Andy's Santee Gold Rice, White House Farms works towards our goal of bringing beneficial enterprise to Plantersville.” Don Quattlebaum, President, White House Farms, LLC

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Tour de Plantersville & Cultural Festival Saturday, October 26, 2024 Start Time = 7:15am, 8am, and 8:30am Click here to register » Wondering what else South Carolina’s Hammock Coast has to offer? Then stay a while. Plan a visit at https://hammockcoastsc.com/stay/ and explore the area’s beautiful beaches and local culture.

The Tour de Plantersville is a unique cycling event designed to bring people together while supporting local youth...

Why Plantersville South Carolina

Plantersville offers the only Scenic Byway in Georgetown County. Along the Byway and throughout the ride there are ten plantations from the Colonial era that are part of the region’s rich rice farming history. These sites contain a number of pre-Civil War landmarks – mansions, slave houses, churches, rice Chimneys and other ruins. There are designated stops along the ride to encourage bike-riders to explore these grounds.

In addition, the area is rich in natural beauty. The Dirleton Plantation-Samworth Wildlife Management Area is located along this stretch of byway and offers a chance to see some of the region’s wildlife in its natural habitat.

Click here to read the story of the Scenic Byway Treasures of the North Coast The Conservation League in the North Coast

Our Charity

The Village Group is a 19-year-strong 501c3 nonprofit honored by South Carolina’s Secretary of State that serves hundreds of underserved youth and their families in Georgetown County each year.

The organization strives to equip youth with the tools to build a sustainable community by focusing on college and career readiness, cultural education, and economic development. The Village Group envisions a brighter future for its next community leaders by providing enrichment programs that enforce its core values of harmony, habitat, health, and history. We are committed to inspiring and encouraging students to appreciate the value of being lifelong learners.

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Registration includes a Tour de Plantersville t-shirt and commemorative medal. We have several rest stops throughout the route equipped with water, restrooms, and snacks to help keep our cyclists going. Riders gather between 7 and 8:30 a.m. on October 26th at the Plantersville Elementary School (1668 Exodus Drive, Georgetown). Free parking is available onsite. Packet pick-up times and locations will be announced closer to the event. We strongly encourage participants to pick up packets in advance to avoid long registration lines.

Are you looking forward to your visit to the South Carolina coast for the Tour de Plantersville, but not excited about hauling the entire family's wheels?

That's ok. The Tour de Plantersville partners with Pee Dee Bicycle Company of Myrtle Beach and Cyclopedia of Pawleys Island to have your bikes delivered to the event! Click the links to their websites and secure your bike rentals today.

Registration

Purchase your tickets early and get a discount on adult tickets.

Tour de Plantersville & Cultural Festival is Saturday, October 26, 2024 Start Time = 7:15am, 8am, and 8:30am

Available Now Through May – Early Bird Registration Rates! Rates will increase on June 1st!

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The festival.

The Cultural Festival kicks off at 10 a.m. at 1668 Exodus Drive, Georgetown, and offers fun for the entire family and folks of all ages. It is an opportunity to relax and enjoy the beauty of the area or to get up and dance to the beat. Bring your lawn chair and lounge under the tall pine trees while listening to live tunes from Mystic Vibrations and All the Way Live.

Sample culinary treats offered by the Plantersville Hunting Club for a donation or purchase savory traditional foods from our delectable food truck options. Plan on a day that re-charges your “batteries” and creates happy memories. Get an early start on your Christmas shopping and visit the unique vendors offering local products. The event location has a playground and offers planned children’s activities like arts & crafts, musical instruments, and Double Dutch jump rope lessons from the Georgetown Chapter of the 40+ Double Dutch Club . It will be a fun-filled day for everyone – FREE admission and plenty of parking!!!!

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• Bob & Carole Lever
• Carvers Bay High School
• Friendship Place
• Georgetown County Government
• Georgetown County School District
• Georgetown County Sheriff's Office
• Hasty Point Plantation
• Kiwanis Club of Georgetown
• Leonel Pineda
• LiveWell Georgetown County
• Michelle LaRocco
• Miss Ruby’s Kids
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• Zenobia Harper

The 5th Annual Tour de Plantersville on October 28th Offers New Medals for Cyclists and a Cultural Festival with Live Music

GEORGETOWN, SC — The Village Group will host the 5th Annual Tour de Plantersville on Saturday, Oct. 28, from Plantersville Elementary School, located at 1668 Exodus Drive. The cycling adventure offers metric century 62-mile, 25-mile, and 12-mile ride options through the natural setting of the Plantersville community of South Carolina.

The ride is perfect for avid cyclists training for their next race or families wanting to share a healthy adventure together.

For the first time ever, the event will offer newly crafted medals for cycling participants with each ride distance indicated on the ribbon. The medals highlight the classic Tour de Plantersville logo and recognize this year’s Title Sponsor, South Carolina’s Hammock Coast. Event participants can plan their stay and learn more about the area by visiting the Hammock Coast website at https://hammockcoastsc.com/stay/ .

“The scenic beauty of Georgetown County has drawn visitors from all around the world to experience South Carolina’s Hammock Coast, be it our pristine beaches, our famed historic sites, or the picturesque inland communities like Plantersville,” said Mark A. Stevens, director of tourism development for the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce. “The Hammock Coast is honored to once again be the Title Sponsor for the 5th annual Tour de Plantersville. We know this event is not only one local residents look forward to each year, but it is also a draw for tourists seeking a memorable autumn vacation.

“What could be better on a crisp fall day than to take off on your bicycle along some of the most beautiful scenery in South Carolina?”

Get Carried Away and White House Farms are also returning this year as Presenting Sponsors and shared a few words about the opportunity.

“Get Carried Away is proud to sponsor the 2023 Tour de Plantersville event,” said Brian Henry, mayor of Pawleys Island and president of Get Carried Away Southern Market & Catering. “We support the many programs provided by The Village Group and the lives that they enrich. We look forward to riding and experiencing this beautiful and historic area again.”

Don Quattlebaum, president of White House Farms LLC, said the tour “is a unique way to encourage our community and beyond to come together and enjoy the area's beauty, explore its history, and most importantly promote its brighter future.”

“As we enter our 4th season of farming Andy's Charleston Gold and our 2nd season of Andy's Santee Gold Rice, White House Farms works towards our goal of bringing beneficial enterprise to Plantersville.” Quattlebaum added.

The event also boasts a fun-filled day of activities with its cultural festival which showcases live music and a vast selection of treasures from local vendors. Stop by one of the tasty food trucks for a variety of local delights after a rejuvenating day of outdoor activity. From early Christmas shopping to face painting, the event offers something for everyone to enjoy.

Event sponsorships and registration fees raise funds for The Village Group, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that helps hundreds of underserved students in Georgetown County prepare for college and career success each year.

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Plantations aren't the only destinations tied to slavery: What to know before visiting

Throughout the South, people can visit plantations and other destinations tied to slavery, but the connections aren’t always clear. They can be in surprising places and look nothing like expected.

“The most important thing for people to remember in much of the eastern seaboard of the United States and in much of the South is that enslaved people – literal captives forced to work under coercion, violence, and torture – contributed to the construction and functioning of more spaces than we regularly discuss,” Laura Rosanne Adderly, an associate professor of History at Tulane University, told USA TODAY. Her specialties include the history of the African diaspora and Black enslavement. “Enslaved people and the fruit of their suffering, the fruit of their literally stolen labor are all over the landscape in the United States and the rest of the Americas.”

Here’s what people visiting these spaces should know.

Plantations as destinations

Sprawling Southern plantations have long attracted visitors with their stately mansions and carefully manicured gardens.

“When you're going through those massive houses and looking at the opulence, just think about what it meant for that to exist at that point in time,” urged Minkah Makalani, director of the Center for Africana Studies and associate professor of History at Johns Hopkins University. 

“These were actual sites of enslavement and all the evil and violence that came with it,” he said.

But not every plantation tour centers those experiences. Some former plantations also lean into their lush ambiance, doubling as bed and breakfasts and event venues.

In 2020, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds apologized for holding their 2012 wedding at a former plantation in South Carolina. The couple also donated $200,000 to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and pledged to educate themselves after being “uninformed about how deeply rooted systemic racism is.”

“That soil is literally soaked in the blood of men, women, children,” Makalani said of plantations. “These places should be seen and held in the same regard as we would hold other sites of massive atrocities and human rights violations,” like Nazi concentration camps or Japanese American incarceration camps from WWII. 

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Hidden history

Of course, slavery wasn’t limited to plantations.

“I think there are loose ideas that Black enslavement was 'mostly' confined to agricultural plantations in certain parts of the deep South, or that enslaved people were either at their place of captive work or inhabiting some designated residence as a 'slave cabin' or 'slave quarters.'” Adderly said.

“Some people have no idea that the building that they went to yesterday was a former slave dwelling,” said Joseph McGill, a history consultant for Magnolia Plantation in South Carolina and founder and executive director of the Slave Dwelling Project . 

He’s spent more than a dozen years visiting and spending the night in places where enslaved people lived, to draw attention to their continued existence in and out of plain sight.

“If you go to any historic city, you're going to find a lot of slave dwellings being used as a lot of different things,” he said. ”I’ve come across some that have been used as man caves, she sheds , offices, pool houses. I think the worst I’ve come across is they used it as a restroom.” He wasn’t at all surprised by some being offered as Airbnbs , before the company disallowed the practice last summer. 

McGill said early on he was adamant that these spaces be preserved solely for historic interpretation, but an experience with a Missouri homeowner changed his perspective.

“In our effort to bring her into our camp … she got so frustrated with us in the process that she tore it down,” he recalled. “So now it’s gone. It can’t be used for anything.”

While he still doesn’t agree with every use of the former dwellings, he said: "These are private properties, and we should allow these owners to do with these buildings as they wish. Now what I ask is the people who inhabited these places, their stories are told. But I think we can better tell those stories if the buildings exist."

Honoring the ancestors

One place that both preserves that history and centers the voices of people who were enslaved is Colonial Williamsburg , which is offering free admission to its historic area on Juneteenth and a number of educational programs all year round.

“Our motto is that the future may learn from the past, and in order for the future to learn from the past, you have to represent the entire past,” said Stephen Seals, manager of Curated Programming for The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. He noted that 52% of the city’s colonial population was Black and enslaved. 

Seals portrays one such historic figure, James Armistead Lafayette , whose service to the Continental Army, while enslaved, helped ensure victory at the critical Battle of Yorktown during the Revolutionary War. At first, interpreting him was tough.

“I cried because I was like, oh my God, there's so much suffering that we still deal with today that I'm having to portray here, and I'm not OK,” Seals said. But a colleague told him something that still fuels him today.

"She said, 'Hold your head up high,'" he recalled. "She said, 'For so long, these people who we are portraying were not allowed to have a voice within society, and we are giving them a voice. We are honoring the ancestors by making sure that now people see them and see them as human beings. We are humanizing the dehumanized.' She said, 'that's an honor, and that's something that you should be very proud of,' and she was right. And I took that to heart." 

Among the questions visitors ask him, as Lafayette, is if it was better to be enslaved in the city than on a nearby plantation.

“It's not any better. It's just different,” Seals explained. “Because if you're in the house, you are serving the people that own you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you're working in the fields, yeah, you're working from sunup until sundown, but you usually have Sunday off.”

“It also means that you're living in proximity to the enslavers, to the people that own you, which means that it's much harder for you to be yourself,” he added. ”You're constantly being watched, and you're constantly having to check how you are and what you're doing because there's not really a way for you to get away from the people who own you.”

Seals said he’s had a wide range of reactions from visitors over the years. Some have gotten angry. Some have cried. He said others just didn’t know what to do after learning things weren’t as they had thought.

“As an interpreter, it's not my job to tell someone what to do, but it is my job to help give them the context to figure it out on their own or to help them have that conversation to figure it out,” he said. “That's hard to do. But, oh, is it rewarding when it works.”

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 Located in Alexandria, Louisiana,  Kent Plantation House preserves, interprets, and promotes its historic site to educate the public about the history and culture of central Louisiana between 1795 and 1855. 

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Kent House is an authentic Creole plantation house built circa 1796 prior to the Louisiana Purchase. The plantation house is one of the oldest standing structures in the state of Louisiana. Standing on the original land grant from the King of Spain, the house was built by Pierre Baillio II, whose family came from France. Kent House is a classic example of French Colonial Architecture. Together with its outbuildings, it preserves the homestead of a successful Creole family typical of a Louisiana colonial era working plantation. Kent Plantation House offers a glimpse of the French, Spanish and American cultures that have influenced Louisiana. 

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Experience the breathtaking bayous and wooded forests of Central Louisiana from a different perspective! Le Tour de Bayou is an unique cycling opportunity for people to get up and get moving as well as showcase the hidden gem that is the Kent Plantation House. Le Tour de Bayou offers a range of events to help every individual find their perfect fit. 2023 routes includes a 2 mile family fun ride/walk and bike rides of 10, 25, 40, 69, and 101 miles.  (GPS route maps are provided below for interested parties.) 

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