The Oak Alley plantation tour from New Orleans takes you through the house and grounds of the historic Oak Alley Plantation. The tours last about 2 hours and you will have ample time to explore the majestic grounds of the property on your Oak Alley Plantation tour. Hotel pick up and transportation is included.
The Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans includes round trip transportation and admissions to the grounds. The first Oak Alley Plantation tour from New Orleans starts at 8:00AM. The second tour starts picking up at 1:15PM. Crescent City Tours provides transportation to and from the Oak Alley Plantation. The plantation is located 70 miles (approximately 1 hour 10 min) from the French Quarter and features beautiful Oak trees, intricate landscaping, a 1837 Greek Revival style plantation house, a blacksmith shop, a restaurant, and antique farm equipment. You will spend approximately 2 hours enjoying the grounds on the Oak Alley Plantation tour. Guests will get a tour of the Oak Alley house (35 minutes), conducted by Oak Alley’s own tour guides. Ater the house tour, you will be able to explore the entire property from the blacksmiths shop to the various exhibits and the souvenir shop.
The Oak Alley Plantation tour is one of the best plantation tours near New Orleans because of the magnificent grounds of the Oak Alley Plantation. On your Oak Alley Plantation tour, you will be able to see the gorgeous 28 Oak trees that stretch from River Road to the Plantation House. The Greek Revival style plantation house dates back to 1837. On the grounds, you will be able to find a restaurant, blacksmith shop, souvenir shop, and antique farm equipment. It’s like taking a walk through history. The Oak Alley Plantation tour is perfect for those who are interested in the historical role Louisiana played in agricultural production. Walking is required for this tour.
Over the years, many fascinating individuals have helped make Oak Alley plantation what it is today. Some were successful, some were unsuccessful, some gave up, but one thing they all had in common is that they cared about the preservation of the property. Most of the people who had a hand in Oak Alley Plantation have passed. Yellowed documents in parish archives, remembrances passed down generations, and faded photographs all tell the story of how Oak Alley has evolved throughout the years. Oak Alley was restored in 1925 by Mr. Andrew Stewart, who restored it back to its original antebellum nature. Then, the property was taken over by Josephine Stewart who outlived her husband. Shortly before her death in 1972, Josephine started the non-profit foundation known as the Oak Alley Foundation. Since then, the home and all its 25 acres have been open to the public to experience on an Oak Alley Plantation tour.
Once you arrive at the property for your Oak Alley Plantation Tour, you will be given a guided tour of the mansion which will last about 30 minutes, in addition you will have another 30 to 45 minutes for a self guided tour around the grounds. You can choose to stop at the Blacksmith shop or enjoy a mint julep under the beautiful oaks or purchase a keepsake from the souvenir shop. The hotel return will be at noon and you are scheduled to arrive at your drop off location at 2:30PM.
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