Laura Plantation Tour

Overview

Go beyond the myths of the American South and explore the complex and intimate relationships of 4 generations of one Louisiana Creole family, both free and enslaved at Laura: A Creole Plantation, a major sugar plantation located on the banks of the Mississippi River, just one hour from New Orleans. Your admission includes a 70-minute tour with a knowledgeable guide who shares the rich history of Creole culture as seen through the lens of the family who owned Laura Plantation for generations. Tour the main house, grounds and slave quarters as you gain insight into the people who lived and worked here for centuries.

City: New Orleans

Thu 15 Jan

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Starting at $32.55

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Thu 15 Jan

Starting at $32.55

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Good walking shoes suggested
A portion of the tour takes place outdoors
Only the ground floor of the main house is ADA accessible
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

What To Expect

Laura Plantation: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site

Take a guided tour offered daily in English and French. Your tour includes the Maison Principale, gardens, and original 1840s slave cabins. Hear stories of four generations of one Louisiana Creole family, free and enslaved.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (917)

E3011LVericm

Aug 2023

Great visit, too bad there isn’t one in French! The estate is magnificent, the apartments are very well maintained as well as the exterior.

Response from Host

Aug 2023

Bonjour et merci de votre visite ! En guise de clarification pour d'autres personnes qui pourraient lire ce commentaire, des visites en français sont proposées à Laura 3X par jour, à 11h00, 13h00 et 15h00. Au plaisir de vous revoir bientôt !

Dream29797757965

Aug 2023

Excellent visit led in French by Gilles, a Frenchman passionate about history who clearly showed us the Franco-American link reigning at that time.

caresmelf2023

Aug 2023

Really very interesting and very well conducted visit around the very sad reality of slaves