New Orleans Whitney Plantation Tour with Transportation
Explore the Whitney Plantation from New Orleans, the only museum in Louisiana dedicated to slavery history. Optional swamp tour available.
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Important Information
- • Wheelchair accessible with limitations
- • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
- • Check-in 15 minutes prior to start time
- • Self-guided tour with app download required
- • Special arrangements for wheelchair lift need 48-hour notice
Discover the rich history of the Whitney Plantation on this immersive tour from New Orleans. Step back in time as you explore the only plantation museum in Louisiana dedicated to the history of slavery. Through a self-guided audio tour, you'll hear first-person slave narratives and admire restored buildings and memorial artwork. The journey includes travel past other historic plantations along the Mississippi River. Enhance your experience with an optional 90-minute swamp tour, where you can cruise through a wildlife refuge and spot alligators. This New Orleans Whitney Plantation Tour offers a profound insight into American history. Book now for an unforgettable experience.
Pros
- Explore the 18th-century plantation
- Learn from first-person slave narratives
- Admire restored buildings and memorials
- Travel past historic plantations
- Upgrade to a 90-minute swamp tour
Includes
- Round-trip transport from central New Orleans
- Audio tour via Whitney Plantation app
- View museum exhibits and memorial artwork
- Access to historic outbuildings
- 90-minute pontoon swamp tour (if option chosen)
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
FAQ
- • Is The Tour Wheelchair Accessible?
Yes, but with limitations. The grounds are accessible, though paths are uneven. The main house is partially accessible.
- • What Is The Duration Of The Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 5 hours, including travel time from New Orleans.
- • Can I Upgrade To Include A Swamp Tour?
Yes, you can upgrade to include a 90-minute swamp tour through Manchac Swamp.
- • Are Food And Drinks Included?
No, food and drinks are not included but are available for purchase.
- • Where Does The Tour Depart From?
The tour departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River.
Tour Highlights
- • Explore the 18th-century plantation
- • Learn from first-person slave narratives
- • Admire restored buildings and memorials
You'll be redirected to the tour operator's website to complete your booking.
