New Orleans Plantation Day Trips — Oak Alley, Laura & Destrehan Compared
The River Road plantations tell Louisiana's antebellum and enslaved-people's history — the choice is one estate or a combined two-plantation day trip.
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Plantation Day Trips: what to know before booking
The River Road plantations tell Louisiana's antebellum and enslaved-people's history — the choice is one estate or a combined two-plantation day trip.
- Availability
- 8 ticket options compared
- Starting price
- Tickets currently start around $32 USD before checkout fees.
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- Compared options average 4.6 stars across 8,803 traveler reviews.
- Location
- Plantations along the Mississippi River Road, roughly 45–75 minutes from the city
- Best time
- Morning departures beat the heat and the largest tour groups
- Ticket note
- Date-specific; arrive early for the pickup, which is strict
Plantation Day Trips in New Orleans
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Everything you should know before you book
An hour upriver from New Orleans, the Mississippi River Road is lined with historic plantations. Oak Alley is famous for its quarter-mile canopy of 300-year-old oaks; Laura tells its story through Creole family records and the lives of the enslaved; Houmas House is known for its gardens; and Destrehan is the oldest documented plantation in the lower Mississippi Valley.
Pair two plantations to compare the stories. Combined tours visiting Oak Alley with Laura or St. Joseph give a fuller picture than a single grand house. Most day trips include round-trip transport from the French Quarter, so you don't need a car for the River Road.
Frequently asked questions
Which plantation tour is best?
Oak Alley for the iconic oak canopy, Laura for its detailed Creole and enslaved-people's history, Houmas House for gardens. Combined Oak Alley + Laura tours are the most popular for first-timers.
Do the tours cover the history of slavery?
Yes — Laura and several others address the lives of enslaved people directly. The depth varies by estate and guide, so check the listing if this is important to you.
Is transport from New Orleans included?
Most plantation day trips include round-trip transport from the French Quarter or central pickup points. Confirm the meeting location at booking.