The Whitney Plantation Museum is known for being the site where one of the biggest slave rebellions in the United States occurred. Find out about the history of slavery and the stories of those who lived on the plantation by going on this guided tour. To help you save time traveling on public transport and get to the museum with ease, pickup is included from New Orleans.
Tour visits the site of a former sugar cane plantation in Louisiana
Travel with ease from New Orleans in an air-conditioned vehicle
Get picked up directly from your New Orleans hotel
Expand your knowledge on the history of Antebellum slavery
What To Expect
Whitney Plantation
We’re going to travel down the historical River Road to the Whitney Plantation Museum, where the largest slave rebellion in the United States took place. During your visit, you will learn about the history of slavery on a southern Louisiana sugarcane plantation. Come learn how “Sugar changed the world” within five decades. Louisiana planters were producing a quarter of the worlds cane-sugar supply. During her antebellum reign, Queen Sugar bested King Cotton locally, making Louisiana the second-richest state in per capita wealth.
5 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Great River Road
Traveling on the Great River Road in Louisiana offers a scenic journey along the Mississippi River, showcasing historic plantations, vibrant Cajun culture, and breathtaking views of the river. Explore charming towns, and immerse yourself in the rich history of the region as you drive along this iconic route.
• Admission Ticket Included
Evergreen Plantation
Evergreen Plantation, known for its appearance in “Django Unchained,” and “Queen Sugar” offer a glimpse into the past while providing a connection to Hollywood history. These sites add an extra layer of fascination to your Louisiana adventure along the Great River Road.
• Admission Ticket Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
Include
Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclude
Dinner