Explore Iconic Plantations and Delve into Southern History with Gray Line Tours NOLA

400 Toulouse Street, New Orleans

Gray Line Tours NOLA - New Orleans, LA

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Explore Louisiana’s past with Gray Line Tours NOLA. Enjoy round‑trip comfort as you visit Oak Alley’s grand oaks and Greek Revival mansion, then experience Whitney Plantation’s powerful story of slavery and resilience in Spanish Creole architecture.

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Highlights

  • Convenient round-trip transportation ensures a seamless journey from New Orleans to the historic plantations, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the scenic route.

  • Immersive historical exhibits offer a unique opportunity to understand the lives of both planter families and enslaved people through interpretive displays and reconstructed cabins.

  • Expert-guided tours provide fascinating insights into antebellum architecture and the intricate histories of sites like the 'Big House' and the iconic Allee of Oaks.

  • A deeper understanding of Southern heritage is gained through comprehensive tours dedicated to the evolution of plantation life and the legacies of those who lived there.

  • A perfect gift for history enthusiasts and anyone seeking a meaningful cultural experience in the heart of Louisiana's historic landscape.

  • Gratuities (optional)

  • Lunch and snacks (available for purchase)

What To Expect

With Gray Line Tours NOLA, the journey to Oak Plantation is as captivating as the destination itself. Guests enjoy sweeping views of Lake Pontchartrain and cross the impressive Bonnet Carre Spillway before arriving at this 1839 Greek Revival mansion. At Oak Alley, marvel at the iconic quarter‑mile avenue of oaks, explore the grand “Big House,” and gain insight into sugarcane production at the Sugarcane Theater. Exhibits also highlight the lives of subsequent owners following the Civil War, offering a deeper understanding of the plantation’s evolving history. To complete the experience, visitors can relax at the on‑site restaurant, café, and bar, making Oak Plantation a blend of historic grandeur and modern hospitality.
What to expect media
Whitney Plantation offers a profoundly different perspective, immersing visitors in the complex history of slavery in Louisiana. Once known as Habitation Haydel, its early owners grew wealthy producing indigo before transitioning to sugar in the early 1800s. Today, Whitney stands as one of the finest surviving examples of Spanish Creole architecture, with its “Big House” and restored grounds forming part of the Whitney Plantation Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A self‑paced audio tour guides guests through powerful exhibits, memorial artwork, and preserved buildings that honour the lives and legacies of the enslaved. Along the route, visitors also pass other historic plantations including Laura, Oak Alley, Evergreen, Felicity, and St. Joseph, making Whitney a poignant and unforgettable stop in the broader narrative of Louisiana’s past.

Plan Your Visit

  • Operating Hours
    Hours may vary. Please check the merchant's website for the most up-to-date information.
  • Duration
    Approximately 5 hours and 25 minutes per tour.
  • Accessibility
    Basic wheelchairs and motorized wheelchairs are permitted. Most exhibits are handicapped accessible, with a video tour available for the second floor of the 'Big House' exhibit at Oak Alley for guests unable to climb stairs.
  • Meeting Point
    400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130 US

Ticket Options

Oak Alley Plantation Tour

Discover one of the South's most memorable sites, exploring the complex history of its former inhabitants. This experience includes a guided tour of the 'Big House,' visits to reconstructed slave cabins with an interpreter, the Sugarcane Theater, East and West Gardens, and a blacksmithing exhibit, all set against the backdrop of the iconic Allee of oaks.

PLUS: Enjoy a scenic drive past historic plantations and Lake Pontchartrain.

Whitney Plantation Tour

Gain a profound understanding of slavery's history at this unique plantation museum. The self-paced audio tour guides visitors through museum exhibits, memorial artwork, restored buildings, and hundreds of first-person narratives, offering a powerful perspective on the enslaved people who lived and worked here.

PLUS: Explore historic outbuildings and one of Louisiana's earliest raised Creole cottages.

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FAQs

What is the duration of each plantation tour?

Each plantation tour, whether to Oak Alley or Whitney, lasts approximately 5 hours and 25 minutes from the designated meeting point.

Where do the tours depart from?

All tours depart from the meeting point located at 400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130 US.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is not included. However, snacks, salads, and sandwiches are available for purchase at the Plantation Café at Oak Alley Plantation. Food and drinks are not included at Whitney Plantation.

Are the tours wheelchair accessible?

Yes, basic wheelchairs and motorized wheelchairs are permitted on the tours. Most exhibits are handicapped accessible, with a video tour option for the second floor of Oak Alley's 'Big House' exhibit if stairs are an issue.

What should I do for the Whitney Plantation self-guided tour?

For the Whitney Plantation tour, it is highly recommended that guests download the Whitney Plantation app on their personal device (cell phone, tablet, or iPad) prior to arrival to enjoy the full audio tour experience.

What can I expect to see during the journey to the plantations?

During the journey, guests will enjoy panoramic views of Lake Pontchartrain and cross the Bonnet Carre Spillway. The route also passes by other historic plantations like Whitney, Evergreen, Felicity, and St. Joseph, offering a glimpse of the region's rich agricultural past.

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