From its beginnings over 200 years ago, Oak Alley was just a land claim on a map. Today, Oak Alley is a National Historic Landmark, dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history its inhabitants left behind. With an emphasis on its time as a sugar plantation, visitors are invited to walk under its iconic alley, explore its exhibits: Slavery at Oak Alley, the ‘Big House’, Sugarcane Theater, People of Oak Alley and the Blacksmith Shop and leave with a better understanding of this plantation’s complex history.See more..
Go beyond the myths of the American South at Laura, where intimate, first-hand accounts explore the lives of four generations of one Louisiana Creole family, both free and enslaved. Laura’s new, permanent exhibit examines in biographical detail the lives of Africans on the plantation, from enslavement into the 20th century. Along the Great River Road only 50 minutes from New Orleans, the fully guided experience includes the Big House, gardens & original 1840s slave cabins. Laura is open daily from 9:30AM - 5PM except for major holidays. The first tour of the day begins at 10:00 AM until the last tour of the day at 3:20 PM.See more..
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..
4.5The Myrtles Plantation(1.283 reviews) - Beautiful, peaceful and creepy. Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Experience antebellum splendor in this circa 1796 National Historic Register plantation home renowned for its mystery, history and intrigue. Our recently opened Restaurant 1796 is a beautiful blend of the old and the new, centered around an open hearth.See more..
4.5Destrehan Plantation(761 reviews) - Unheard Voices of the German Coast Tour Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
Built in 1787, Destrehan Plantation is the oldest documented plantation home in the lower Mississippi Valley. The plantation is open seven (7) days a week with the exception of major holidays from 9am to 4pm. The first tour begins at 9:30am.See more..
4.5Louisiana's Old State Capitol(716 reviews) - Must See Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums
Louisiana's Old State Capitol sits on a hill overlooking the Mississippi River in downtown Baton Rouge. Completed in 1849, the castle-like fortress has been restored to its original grandeur. It houses both traditional and state-of-the-art interactive exhibits and a multi-media film presentation. Audio tours available in English, French, German and Spanish. Free admission.See more..
I have many Great Interior Pictures of this Actual General Store that Dates Back to 1863. Located on Scenic Cobble Stone Street with Red River Just across the Road. So many great pictures that is operational and filled with Old and New Merchandise. Old Cash Register over 147 years old. Listed with a National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of Interior. A Place all of America "Must See'"See more..
4.5Hermann-Grima House(502 reviews) - Excellent tour - highly recommend Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • History Museums
This restored French Quarter home built in 1831, includes a Federalist architectural façade, original operating open-hearth kitchen, urban slave quarters, and expansive courtyard. The Urban Enslavement Tour at Hermann-Grima House, looks at the experiences of those who were enslaved in an urban setting, how that differed from those enslaved in rural settings, and how the contributions of people of African descent have shaped New Orleans. Condé Nast Traveler voted it one of the best tours in New Orleans and the only tour listed from a museum. We believe that nothing tells a story like a home. In addition, the property’s 19th-century carriage house is home to the The Exchange Shop, originally founded in the 1881 by The Woman’s Exchange and one of the oldest women-led non-profits in the South.See more..
4.0Nottoway Plantation(482 reviews) - The South’s most Magnificent Mansion! Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites
A magnificent mansion house sitting overlooking the Mississippi River. Over 150 years old, it’s steeped in American history, Greek styling and Italian influences, with 15 foot high ceilings and a semi-circular white ballroom with Corinthian panels and hand cast archways. The guided tour was extremely informative if a little long and over self-indulgent by the guide/actor, who even shed a tear when thanking us all for coming (well I suppose it helps encourage the tips….) but nonetheless it was well worth a couple of hours of our time. Super gardens too.See more..
Historic plantation house restoration. Original buildings on site include the kitchen, doctor's office, cool house, Nina's wing, a tool shed, a hot house, and summer houses (gazebos) throughout the gardens. The gift shop stays open from 9am - 4:30pm and is independently run. Rosedown does not provide over night accommodations and there is no restaurant on site. Hours of operation are from 9am-5pm seven days a week. The first house tour is at 10am and the last house tour is at 4pm. Closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.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..
4.5Acadian Village(398 reviews) - Cajun village with lots of information Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites • Historic Walking Areas
Step back in time to a small 19th-century Cajun bayou community, which includes genuine Cajun homes relocated and combined with recreated period buildings and a Native American museum.See more..
We visited the Visitors Center first, then took our brochures and went to the StoryBrew Coffee Cafe, ordered our drinks and pastries and began planning our day. We left and walked down to the Beau Jardin and the Cane River Lake. We couldn't go into the Roque House, but got some pictures through the windows. Back up to the street, with brochure in hand, we began the Historic Natchitoches walking tour. We visited the Kaffie-Frederick, Inc. General Mercantile - the quintessential hardware store complete with an older man in overalls sitting on a large spool chatting with the store clerk! After the walking tour we drove over to the American Cemetery. We were amazed at how old some of the graves are, fortunately the grave markers were made of metal so they have not rotted or worn away. Later we got lunch at Lacyone's Meat Pies, then drove around to the homes from the movie Steel Magnolias.See more..
4.5St. Joseph Plantation(344 reviews) - RELAXED TOUR OF A WONDERFUL PROPERTY WITH GREAT GUIDES Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Farms
St. Joseph is open for tours! We are following proper CDC guidelines to ensure your visit is safe and enjoyable. Please visit our website for details at www.stjosephplantation.com. Enjoy a relaxed tour or the St. Joseph home and grounds. Learn about sugar farming in rural South Louisiana, and about all those who contributed to the home and land since its beginning. St. Joseph has also been the home of several film and TV projects, including "Queen Sugar", "12 Years a Slave", "Mudbound", "Underground", and more. We are open 7 days a week from 9:30a-4p with 7 tour options available each day.See more..
4.0San Francisco Plantation(257 reviews) - A delightful tour of a uniquely colorful house Historic Sites
I toured beautiful and unique San Francisco Plantation on July 25th with a friend. We drove down from Natchez. I thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the experience. Our tour guide was Ruby. She was fabulous. The house is totally unique. Colorful. Interesting. The history is unique and also sad. The plantation will soon close to tours. I'm very sad to learn this. Marathon petroleum company restored and maintained this historic house for many decades. I am grateful to them. I hope that they will reconsider and maintain it open as a museum so that others can continue to enjoy this beautiful property.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..
4.5Shadows-on-the-Teche(248 reviews) - A Blast from the Past Wednesday: Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites
Completed in 1834, the Shadows-on-the-Teche holds many layers of history in its walls and gardens. Built for wealthy sugar planters, Mary and David Weeks, the house remained in the same family for four generations before the property was donated to the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The donation also included more than 17,000 letters, invoices, and receipts, and artifacts spanning the 125 year history of the Shadows. As a former plantation home, the Shadows is a memorial to the hundreds of men, women, and children enslaved on this site and on sugar plantations owned by the Weeks family. Their stories, and those of their descendants, are a vital part of the house’s history and legacy.See more..
4.5Frogmore Plantation(205 reviews) - Much more than a preserved plantation Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Farms
Selected by Rand McNally as "MUST SEE SITE IN THE SOUTH" the COTTON THEN & NOW tour is a guided tour of southern history from 1700’s – today with cotton in the fields to view or pick depending on season; furnished slave cabins; rare, antique steam gin, plantation store museum and gift shop; 20 historical bldgs. Contrast w/modern farming and computerized cotton gin, cotton trivia, & world stats. CIVIL WAR TOUR includes a DVD video/powerpoint pinpointing causes of the war; Orpheo Audio guided tour includes eight historical buildings and explains European connections, plantation life under martial law, and the effects of the war on owners and slaves. CALL FOR DATES AND TIMES: DELTA MUSIC TOUR intertwines plantation culture and history of gospel music with live vocalists and continues through blues, ragtime, and jazz and on to rock and roll. Includes visit to State of La Delta Music Museum on the Miss. Blues Trail.See more..
4.5Fort St. Jean Baptiste(182 reviews) - A little gem of history Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites
We popped in here to break up our long journey to Lafayette. I'm so glad we did. We arrived in and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They made you feel at home and our son (under 2) couldn't stop smiling. We had a great wander around the reconstruction of the old French Fort that stood in that site. Afterwards the staff put on the 12 minutes film about the the history of this site. Well worth a visit and full of history with a smile. See more..
4.0Konriko Company Store(166 reviews) - Friendly Staff with Great Souvenirs Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops • Historic Sites
I visited this place while home for the holidays. Its one of those places that I noticed many times when I lived there but never visited. Sorry I didn't go sooner! The staff was very friendly. The souvenirs you get here are great local stuff.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..
Dating back to the late 18th century, this historic home is one of the oldest wooden buildings in Louisiana. It was spared from demolition in the 1960s and is now open for tours.See more..
4.5Kent Plantation House(135 reviews) - Exceptional place to viait Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites
Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, Kent House is an authentic Creole plantation house built circa 1796 prior to the Louisiana Purchase. Tours of the house and outbuildings are available Monday through Saturday beginning at 9am, 10am, 11am, noon, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm. We often have a variety of events on Saturdays, so check our upcoming events calendar if you are looking for things to do here in Central Louisiana.See more..
4.5Poverty Point World Heritage Site(133 reviews) - 2014 UNESCO 1600 BC earthworks site. Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites • History Museums
Historic site that features Native American artifacts dating back twelve centuries before the birth of Christ.See more..
4.5The Old Governor's Mansion(131 reviews) - Glad I took the time! Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites
Once the home to nine Louisiana Governors, this restored house museum includes memorabilia such as Huey Long's pajamas and Jimmie Davis' guitar, and is furnished to reflect the era in which it was occupied, 1930-1962.See more..
After visiting a couple of other plantations in the area that were totally mind-blowing, I was a little disappointed in this plantation. Not a lot of artifacts in the home and at least one third of the tour guides presentation was about Audubon which only visited the plantation for 4 months. The history the past 200 years should be more important than a 4 month visit even if the person had become famous.See more..
4.5Melrose Plantation(126 reviews) - A must-do! So much more than expected! Wednesday: Historic Sites
Melrose Plantation is an Antebellum historic house museum located in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. We invite you to discover the two-hundred year history of the beautiful Melrose Plantation. The birth of a slave, Marie Therese Coincoin, and her ten Franco-African children with Claude Thomas Pierre Metoyer became the legacy of the Isle Brevelle Creole Community. Descendants of the Metoyer family live along Cane River today, a people proud of their heritage and culture. Come realize the impact of the American Civil War and reconstruction on Cane River and the survival of a southern plantation along with the establishment of the Melrose freedman school by Fanny Hertzog. Explore the wonders of the early 20th Century Melrose artists' retreat founded by Carmelite Garrett Henry and follow the discovery of Clementine Hunter, one-time Melrose cook, as she emerged to become Louisiana's most celebrated primitive artist. (Click here for an update on the Clementine Hunter African House murals.) A National Historic Landmark, Melrose Plantation contains nine historic buildings including the African House, Yucca House, Weaving Cabin, Bindery and the Big House. A collection of work by world famous African American folk artist Clementine Hunter is available for viewing, including her popular African House Murals. Melrose Plantation is a Historic Site of the Association for the Preservation of Historic Natchitoches (APHN)See more..
4.0The Cajun Village(83 reviews) - Cute place to explore after eating at the coffee house Historic Sites
Enjoy a little of Louisiana's Rich History. The Cajun Village consists of Historic Acadian buildings, restored to house unique specialty shops offering you the opportunity to shop and browse in a relaxed setting. Shops include Cajun Village Antiques, Cajunville, USA Giftshop, Bonniblu Candles and Gifts, Louisiana Pottery, and So Timeless featuring beautiful handmade clothing and photography. You can also stop by The Coffee House for our specialty Cafe' au Lait and Beignets or a hearty breakfast or lunch.See more..
4.5Southdown Plantation & Museum(83 reviews) - Still closed due to Hurricane damage Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Art Museums • History Museums
Southdown Plantation House is a 19th-century sugar manor house and home to the Terrebonne Museum of history, culture, and arts.Exhibits include: - Terrebonne History - Mardi Gras - Period Furniture - Sugar Cane Industry - Sen. Allen Ellender - Boehm & Doughty Porcelains - Art & Literature including painter Charles B. Gilbert.See more..
4.0Bocage Plantation(61 reviews) - A work in progress Historic Sites
Built in 1801 and again in 1837 Bocage Plantation is a Grand Plantation Home.See more..
4.5Angola Museum(60 reviews) - Very very good! Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums
The Angola Museum at the Louisiana State Penitentiary preserves the history and progress of corrections and justice in Louisiana.See more..
Attractions at this historical park include the land and buildings of the Oakland and Magnolia plantations.See more..
4.5Audubon State Historic Site(58 reviews) - Great history museum plus the house Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites
The house was really impressive with all the period pieces. I enjoyed the self guided tour giving plenty of time to explore. The museum had a lot of interesting exhibits for the plantation and plantation life. There were a few outbuildings that added to viewing the grounds. The staff was friendly and helpful. See more..
4.5Port Hudson State Historic Site(56 reviews) - Worth a quick visit off of Highway 61 Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites
What a great stop on our trip from New Orleans to Vicksburg. The site of the battle of Port Hudson is well preserved with a great little museum. Some of the exhibits including cannons and the Confederate Flag were actually present at the long siege. The park also has miles of excellent hiking trails and a board walk around the confederate earth fortifications. The Mississippi River has long since changed its course so don't expect any vistas from the remaining bluffs.See more..
This was our first time to visit Butler Greenwood and we will do it again! The grounds are beautiful and Ann was the best! We stayed in the Pond house and it was perfect fit for our visit. Breakfast was in the fridge so we didn't need to rush out for food our first morning. Two of the sweetest ladies came to check on us to see if we needed anything our first morning there. If you're looking for a laid back place this location is perfect for you. We had a blast!See more..
4.0Madewood Plantation(42 reviews) - Great southern hospitality even in the face of Katrina Historic Sites
You can tour this antebellum plantation and its beautiful grounds, or stay overnight.See more..
4.5Alexandre Mouton House(36 reviews) - Jodi the Lifesaver, super docent, new BFF. Historic Sites
Built in 1800 by city founder Jean Mouton, this antebellum home later belonged to Jean's son, Alexandre, first Democratic governor of Louisiana, and now houses antiques, paintings and a collection of Mardi Gras costumes.See more..
This is a great piece of art located on a downtown public square in front of the courthouse for the local county (parish). What may be controversial to some of my friends in Boston, I find this monument as a reminder to local families that want to honor their ancestors who, in their minds, gave their all in fighting for their rights to defend their families and property. All American veterans should be honored in such a way regardless of how current events or philosophies may wish to alter history.See more..
4.0Fort Jackson(25 reviews) - Great chunk of history Historic Sites
This is a great chunk of history. However, you can only drive around it. There is not public access due to the deteriorated conditions of the fort structure. About all you can do is get photos of the outer wall and the moat. You can get a shot through the main gate into the grounds, that’s about it. Still, it is a historic spot based on the construction following the War of 1812 and the use it served during the American Civil War. I would love to know more about the history of what appears to be a concrete coastal artillery battery overlooking the river on the level. I would think this might have been constructed while the fort was used for training in WWI. I know restoration and preservation is expensive, but I would love to see this landmark restored to allow public entry. We had to give it 3 stars based on the lack of access when it should have been 4 or 5 stars. The La Salle Monument nearby also appears to be in disrepair.See more..
4.5E. D. White Historic Site(24 reviews) - Very Informative Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Historic Sites
Exploring this National Historic Landmark will offer both a tour through a historical structure and the culture that surrounded the home throughout history. Situated on the banks of Bayou Lafourche, this was the residence of two of Louisiana’s prominent political figures: Governor Edward Douglas White and his son, U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice Edward Douglass White. The exhibition in this historic house tells the story of the Bayou Lafourche area, tracing the history of the indigenous Chitimacha, Acadian settlers, slavery, sugar cane plantations and the White family. This beautiful antebellum home was built with hand-hewn cypress around 1824. Staff guided tours of the house and grounds are available. Free Admission!See more..
My son and I found out that the one day a year that they open it to the public we would be in the area so we went to see it. There isn't much there anymore but the local history groups did a great job in welcoming the public and having activities planned along with free snacks and lunch. I think it is always open the first Saturday in Novemember and it is not too hard to find as there is signage as long as you know which way to go on Causeway Blvd. See more..
casino slots lke lion machine star drifter machine winning chances are greater, bed bugs in south tower room bad experience need to wash linens and comforters and blanketsSee more..
Loved our visit to the old town,like stepping back in time. Plenty of bars,restaurants etc and an enjoyable way to spend a few hours.See more..
4.0Grant's canal(11 reviews) - Neat little spot outside of Vicksburg Historic Sites • Battlefields
This little spot is right outside Vicksburg and worth the detour. There are a few plaques with the history of the area. The one downside was that there were a lot of mosquitos. See more..
This jail is well maintained and a nicely restored historic site. If you are into the paranormal, then my friend you have hit the jackpot. The tour price is amazingly low and well worth it. This is a must see place for all ages. I traveled all the way from Folsom, CA just to do a ghost hunt in this fantastic place. You will not be dissapointed.See more..
The historic St. Francisville United Methodist Church features Gothic Revival stained glass windows and a bell tower. A lovely little church.See more..
4.0Chretien Point Plantation(9 reviews) - Private Residence Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks Passed by for a tour and photos but it's now a private residence. I'd love to see the Gone with the Wind staircase. See more..
This is at 200 Fountain St not 300 as trip advisor map indicates. This is in a private residence as mentioned so no trespassing. It’s definitely just a drive by the way the neighborhood is set up. It is near the lake front and the neighborhood is very quaint. See more..
