New Orleans Plantation Tours
...of New Orleans
because that's how far the
city's European and Creole
heritage extends.
But New
Orleans and Louisiana were
inextricably linked to the Old
South.
Plantation life began in
the early 18th century, and
Louisiana's rich cotton and
sugar crops were produced on
about 1,600 plantations statewide.
Spend some time revisiting
antebellum glory.
A
handful of restored plantations
lie within 75 miles of the city.
Some, like L'Hermitage
are
private homes and the tour
stops at the facade.
But:
HoumasHouse,
Madewood,
Oak Alley,
San Francisco and nearby
Ormond and
Destrehan
all offer guided tours of splendor
in the past.
If you're not up for an extended
tour, Destrehan Plantation
is only eight miles from
New Orleans along scenic
River Road. Drive, or rent
bikes and pedal along the
paved path atop the levee.
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