- Destrehan Plantation - Our costumed historical interpreters will enlighten you with stories of those who lived on the plantation free and enslaved. After guests can view a folk-life demonstration and self-explore our grounds and dependency buildings, which include a slave cabin with an enslaved registry, an overseer’s cabin showcasing our 1811 Slave Revolt Exhibit, an outdoor kitchen, a washroom, a trapper’s cabin and our Legacy Room displaying original documents and artifacts from the family members.
- Gift Shop Access
- Live Folk-Life Demonstrations
- No Restaurant on Site
Situated merely 30 miles from New Orleans and just a short, 10-minute journey from the New Orleans International Airport, the Destrehan Plantation holds the record for the oldest documented plantation abode in the Lower Mississippi Valley. Our guided tours offer deep insights into the political, social, and economical history of the area. Post tour, visitors are treated to a folk-life presentation, the opportunity to explore our 1811 Slave Revolt Exhibit, wander about the grounds, enjoy a picnic beneath the presence of a Spanish Moss-draped Live Oak tree, and browse our Plantation Store for unusual locally crafted items. Our premises are equipped for wheelchair access and very suitable for children!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.