New Orleans Destrehan Plantation Tour
Explore Louisiana's oldest plantation near New Orleans, featuring historic tours, live oak trees, and the 1811 Slave Revolt Exhibit.
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Important Information
- • Wheelchair accessible
- • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- • Service animals allowed
- • No scooters in the plantation home
- • Comfortable shoes recommended
Just a short 25-minute drive from New Orleans, the Destrehan Plantation offers a captivating glimpse into Louisiana's past. As the oldest documented plantation home in the Lower Mississippi Valley, this tour immerses you in the rich political, social, and economic history of the region. Discover the stories of those who lived here, both free and enslaved, through engaging narratives and original documents, including one signed by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Stroll under the majestic live oaks draped in Spanish moss, and explore the grounds, including the 1811 Slave Revolt Exhibit and folk-life demonstrations. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Plantation Store for unique handmade items by local artisans. Experience the Destrehan Plantation tour and connect with a pivotal piece of American history.
Pros
- Explore Louisiana's oldest plantation
- Capture photos under Spanish moss-draped oaks
- Learn about the American slave trade
- See a document signed by Jefferson and Madison
- Experience a folk-life demonstration
- Discover the 1811 Slave Revolt Exhibit
Includes
- Guided tour by costumed guides
- Entrance fees
- Free parking
- Gift shop access
- Folk-life demonstration
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
FAQ
- • How Long Is the Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 1 hour.
- • Is the Plantation Wheelchair Accessible?
Yes, the plantation is wheelchair accessible.
- • Can I Bring a Stroller?
Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.
- • Are Service Animals Allowed?
Yes, service animals are allowed on the tour.
- • What Should I Wear?
Comfortable shoes are recommended for the tour.
Tour Highlights
- • Explore Louisiana's oldest plantation
- • Capture photos under Spanish moss-draped oaks
- • Learn about the American slave trade
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