Double Plantation Tour • Oak Alley & Whitney Guided Tour.
Duration
8 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Explore Whitney Plantation with exhibits honoring the lives of enslaved people
Visit Oak Alley Plantation and stroll beneath the iconic oak tree avenue
Learn about history, architecture, and agricultural innovations
Experience immersive stories, sculptures, and historic buildings
€ 64.89
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The Whitney Plantation Historic District stands as a powerful and unique museum devoted to preserving the history of slavery in the southern United States. Located near Wallace in Saint John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana, along the Mississippi River, the plantation includes the main house and numerous outbuildings that have been carefully preserved. Established in the mid-eighteenth century, the plantation remained in the hands of the founding family for generations until the mid-nineteenth century. Opened to the public in the early twenty-first century, the museum was founded by a New Orleans attorney who dedicated significant personal resources and over a decade of work to bring this vision to life. The grounds feature imaginative exhibits and original commissioned art, including life-size sculptures of children representing former slaves whose stories were recorded in federal oral history projects, ensuring their experiences are remembered. The French Creole style main house, constructed in the early nineteenth century, is an outstanding example of architectural heritage in the state, complemented by extant outbuildings, a plantation store, the only surviving French Creole barn in Louisiana, and slave quarters. The plantation also encompasses archaeological sites that continue to reveal the depth of its history, and it has been recognized on the national registry of historic places while forming part of the Louisiana African-American Heritage Trail.
Oak Alley Plantation, located on the west bank of the Mississippi River in Vacherie, St. James Parish, Louisiana, is renowned for its stunning landscape and architectural beauty. Its name derives from a spectacular alley created by a double row of southern live oak trees stretching from the home to the river, a living canopy planted long before the current house was built. The plantation is celebrated not only for its architectural design but also for its innovative agricultural practices, including the pioneering grafting of pecan trees by an enslaved gardener in the mid-nineteenth century. Visitors are drawn to the remarkable combination of history, artistry, and natural beauty, as the avenue of oaks leads the eye toward the stately French Creole mansion, while the surrounding grounds reflect both the labor and lives of those who lived and worked on the plantation. Together, Whitney and Oak Alley Plantations offer a compelling insight into Louisiana’s complex history, blending education, reflection, and the beauty of the Mississippi River landscape.
Guided tours and access to plantation grounds
Audio narration or expert insights on history and culture
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Sun protection recommended: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
Water and light snacks
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Suitable for all ages; comfortable walking shoes recommended
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Customer Reviews
Robert
Probably the best plantation in all Louisiana. The tunnel view of live oak trees is simply amazing! The house is very nice along with the cabins. Lots of history at this place. Also, check out the gift shop which has treats and souvenirs.
Bruce
The 250 year old live oak lined lane rivals the opulent plantation house in magnificence! Many furnature pieces are original. The dining room's ceiling fan is remarkable. Great photo opportunities from the second floor wrap around verandah. The slave quarters cabins are filled with artifacts and vital interpretive information. Property has a gracious restaurant and fun gift shop. Try the complementy moonshine samples!
F
You've seen the pictures, you've seen it in movies, you have an expectation of what it will be. When you get there it holds up and is just overwhelmingly interesting! I highly recommend a visit to this plantation! Take the guided tour. It's informative and interesting. Well worth the entrance fee! Photographers's note: most people think to get that iconic picture they need a wide angle shot. Stand far back in the lane between the trees and actually zoom in a bit and you will get the compressed shot I'm sharing here. Enjoy!
Rhi
Oak Alley Plantation is an incredibly picturesque and memorable place to visit. We did quite a bit of research before choosing a plantation tour, especially since we had already done several history-heavy tours during our trip and were traveling with an 11-year-old and a few ADHD adults in our group 😊. We felt Oak Alley struck a really good balance. The tour was educational and historically accurate, and while the subject matter is understandably sobering, it was presented in a way that wasn’t overwhelming for the younger member of our group. We appreciated that it acknowledged the realities of plantation history without feeling too heavy for a family visit. We also loved the on-site food options. There is a full sit-down restaurant, but we recommend eating earlier in the day, as it was very busy by the afternoon. For us, the sandwich shop was perfect — quick, tasty, and exactly what we needed. The gift shop was another highlight, with lots of fun and thoughtful items to browse. Between the beautiful grounds, the iconic oak trees, the informative tour, and the convenient amenities, this was a really enjoyable stop. Overall, Oak Alley was a great choice for our group and a wonderful way to experience a plantation in a way that felt respectful, engaging, and manageable for everyone. We’re glad we chose it and would definitely recommend it.
Lynne
Well maintained, friendly staff, gives a complete picture of life at the plantation, including the men and women who were enslaved there. Beautifully decorated for the holiday. Lovely gardens. Includes a film on modern sugar production. Allow 1.5 hours to visit. Tour tickets are timed.