Celina P.
10/23/2025
History rich and interesting. We had a great tour of the main house given by Jim. His passion and in depth understanding of the property and the time periods was quite impressive. We also...
Destrehan Plantation
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13034 River Rd
Destrehan, LA 70047
Destrehan Plantation is a living history museum located in Destrehan, Louisiana. Established in 1787, it is the oldest documented plantation home in the lower Mississippi Valley and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors can explore the rich history of Louisiana, from the French and Spanish Colonial periods to the antebellum era and the Civil War, learning about the lives of both the plantation owners and the enslaved individuals who played a vital role in its success. With its beautiful grounds and proximity to New Orleans, Destrehan Plantation offers a fascinating glimpse into the past.
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Jan H.
12/17/2024
We booked this plantation tour early morning on a weekday, and it ended up just being the 2 of us, so we kind of got a private tour which was pretty nice. You first go into the small shop and...
Christine K.
9/7/2025
This is the closest remaining plantation to New Orleans. We essentially had a private tour since we were the only two present. Beverly was very knowledgable about the plantation and its history....
Elvia T.
10/25/2025
I remember in high school the plantation when it was abandoned. My husband is not from there and was impressed by the beautiful history and renovation. I was amazed how unique it is. The tour...
Kimberly L.
11/26/2024
I knew I wanted to visit a plantation during my trip to Louisiana but didn't quite know where I'd go. I searched up plantations near New Orleans and Destrehan Plantation popped up. I called to see...
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