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New Orleans Plantation Tours
Step back in time and explore Louisiana's historic plantations with stunning architecture and powerful stories.
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Hotel Pickup Included
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Full Day Tours (5-7 Hours)
Transportation Included
From $84/person
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Oak Alley Plantation Tour
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This is more than a plantation tour. It is a half-day journey through 300 years of Louisiana history. Stroll beneath 28 ancient live oaks, tour the Big House, and experience powerful slavery exhibits, with round-trip hotel transportation from New Orleans included.
Approx. 5 to 6 hours Comfortable coach, shared tour
- ✓Walk beneath 28 live oaks, the most photographed canopy in Louisiana
- ✓Powerful slavery exhibits that tell the full, unflinching story
- ✓Sugarcane Theater film and blacksmithing demonstrations bring history to life
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Local tour experts in the French Quarter · (504) 226-5433 · Open daily 8am - 6pm
What to Expect on Your Plantation Tour
Historic Mansions
Tour beautifully preserved antebellum homes with period furnishings, stunning architecture, and rich stories.
Complete History
Learn the full story—the lives of plantation owners and the enslaved people whose labor built Louisiana's wealth.
Beautiful Grounds
Stroll through manicured gardens, ancient oak trees, and authentic outbuildings preserved for over a century.
Easy Transportation
Relax on comfortable coach buses with hotel pickup and drop-off included. No rental car needed.
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Not sure which plantation is right for you? We've toured them all and can recommend the best fit based on your interests.
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Flexible Booking
Plans change—we get it. Easy rescheduling and cancellation policies so you can book with confidence.
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"The Oak Alley tour was the highlight of our trip. Charlotte recommended it over another plantation because we mentioned we love photography—she was right, those oak trees are incredible! Thank you!"
— Jennifer L., Google Review
Plantation Tour FAQs
How long are plantation tours?▼
Most plantation tours are full-day experiences lasting 5-7 hours, including transportation from New Orleans. The actual time at the plantation is typically 1.5-2 hours for the guided tour, plus time to explore the grounds.
What's included in the tour price?▼
Tour prices include round-trip transportation from your New Orleans hotel, plantation admission, and a guided tour of the property. Some tours include lunch or refreshments—check individual tour pages for details.
Which plantation should I visit?▼
It depends on your interests! Oak Alley is best for photography and classic Southern beauty. Whitney Plantation offers the most comprehensive look at enslaved people's experiences. Laura Plantation focuses on Creole culture and has a more intimate feel. Chat with us and we'll help you decide!
Are plantation tours appropriate for children?▼
Yes, but consider your children's ages and maturity. The tours discuss slavery, which can be difficult for young children to understand. Whitney Plantation is the most intense; Oak Alley is generally more family-friendly. Older children often find these tours educational and meaningful.
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