4.5Houmas House and Gardens(2.226 reviews) - Amazing Estate - Fabulous Tour Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Gardens
Houmas House and Gardens is an Historic Estate open for daily tours. The guided tour walks through the 250 year history of this estate and how a succession of owners and the Mississippi River grew this modest manor house into the estate it is today. A collection of art, furniture, and antique artifacts help tell the story of plantation life. 38 acres of gardens surround the mansion, restaurants and gift shop and are self-paced. Plan on spending 3 hours to fully visit this site. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available in The Carriage House Restaurant. The Inn at Houmas House has 21 rooms for overnight stays. Experience all that Houmas House has to offer.See more..
4.5Jungle Gardens(677 reviews) - Gorgeously green and peaceful Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Gardens
Avery Island, home of TABASCO® Pepper Sauce, is also home to a 170-acre botanical treasure known as Jungle Gardens! Take a self-guided tour through southern Louisiana marshes and bayous inhabited by indigenous wildlife. Visitors can walk, bike, hike or drive the 3-mile garden trail with multiple stops to view alligators, a White Egret rookery, live oak gardens and more!See more..
4.5Rip Van Winkle Gardens(408 reviews) - Quiet, peaceful setting Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites • Gardens
I decided to visit the gardens on a mild January day. Many of the plants were damaged from the recent freezing weather, but this is still a peaceful and relaxing getaway for a couple of hours. I can’t wait to come back in the spring. The peacocks are fun to watch and add some additional color and beauty to the place. The lady at the gift shop said that there are about 50 of them on the grounds! I didn’t do the house tour, but plan to do so on my next visit. Same with the restaurant.See more..
4.5Longue Vue House and Gardens(255 reviews) - The Longue Vue House tour is so worth it! Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Gardens
Longue Vue House and Gardens is a multifaceted historic estate featuring a world-class house museum and eight acres of stunning gardens that include an interactive Discovery Garden for children of all ages. From art to architecture, gardens to gift shop, there's something for everyone to enjoy at Longue Vue. Longue Vue is open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. The last house tour is at 4 p.m. Tours start at $12.00 for the day. Discounts for groups, seniors, and children are available.See more..
4.5Biedenharn Museum & Gardens(164 reviews) - By all means, go. Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites • Gardens
Built in 1913 by Joseph A. Biedenharn, visitors can tour this historic home and magnificent Elsong Gardens located on the estate.See more..
4.0Hodges Gardens(85 reviews) - Excellent Cabins, Good Price-Hodges Gardens, La Gardens
We stayed 4-days in a cabin at Hodges Gardens State Park recently for family events in nearby towns. This is the best you will do if you have to stay near Florein or Many area. Don't use the hotel across highway-- not worth it. Expensive and run-down. Single cabins are only $65 night; larger duplex are available also. Our cabin faced a pretty lake and was a dream to wake up to and drink coffee on balcony and breakfast. This place is a hidden jewel. Even if there for 1-2 nights, it is still worth it, considering there are no decent motels nearby. Very clean, neat and rustic; Also flat screen TV is included. Bring snacks, coffee and items to cook of coarse, but everything else is furnished. If there for 1-2 nights and don't want to cook, you can always go to the motel grill across highway for food. Boat rentals are nearby and friendly geese visit often from the lake. I highly recommend these cabins for a short or long stay.See more..
Operated by the American Rose Society, the 42 acres of this research and garden facility feature 20,000 blooms.See more..
4.5Afton Villa Gardens(79 reviews) - Beautiful Gardens Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Gardens
These gardens are worth a stop and the low cost of admission. Ralph was one of the groundskeepers on property and was very insightful and answered questions on the gardens and trees as well as the history of the building that has since burned down. Make sure to check out the barn.See more..
4.5LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens(30 reviews) - GREAT TRAILS! Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Parks • Gardens
Burden Museum & Gardens offers discovery and adventure through historic, natural and educational experiences that provide a window into Louisiana’s rich, cultural past. Situated on 440 acres in the heart of Baton Rouge, it is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the flora and fauna of Louisiana’s lush landscapes and agricultural heritage. Burden Museum & Gardens includes the LSU Rural Life Museum, the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens and Windrush Gardens.See more..
The gardens were beautiful and worth a stop. We were the only ones on the grounds at the time and had the attention of the many peacocks to ourselves. Take time to stroll around the entire estate. We returned later that night to do some star gazing. The fact that it is open 24 hours a day and there is no cost to visit makes it a no brainer.See more..
This is a magical spot filled with all the beauty that love can create. A botanist, humanist, and author, Caroline Dormon devoted her life to nurturing native plant species within her wondrous garden and documenting their growing habits for future generations to enjoy. Spend a spring day here and you will leave a more centered person in tune with nature's bounty of beauty.See more..
