Destrehan Plantation

Destrehan Plantation

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Built in 1787, Destrehan Plantation is the oldest documented plantation home in the lower Mississippi Valley. The plantation is open seven (7) …

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Mar 8, 2025
The plantation tour with our tour guide Beverly was excellent, she gave an interesting tour and was very knowledgeable about the plantation. Shout out also to Ann at the plantation museum, she had ex…Full review by Johanna T
Nov 6, 2024
My husband & I visited on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Clint was our tour guide. We were delighted with his extensive knowledge of the history. Our tour through the house took you back to the 18th & 19th…Full review by SherryH334
Jul 7, 2024
A beautiful place with many giant oaks. The grounds are in excellent condition. Our guide Beverly was very knowledgeable and provided so much information with a dramatic flair. The house is well main…Full review by NOLA_Voyager
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Explore the lifestyle of Americans before the civil war at the Destrehan Plantation. The house was built in the 18th Century and is known to …
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Located:13034 River Road, Destrehan, St. Charles Parish, Louisiana
Area:Atlanta Georgia
Construction completed:1787–1790
Architect:Charles Paquet
Architectural style:French Colonial, Greek Revival

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How easy is it and how do you get to the Destrehan plantation from central New Orleans ?
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It's very easy to find if you are driving yourself and it may be included on some organized tours. Take I10 past the airport and then take I310 towards the river. Exit before crossing the …
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It's very easy to find if you are driving yourself and it may be included on some organized tours. Take I10 past the airport and then take I310 towards the river. Exit before crossing the bridge and take a left at River Road. It's very close after the turn.
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what's the great tip on eating/lunch around the area! I'm keen :)
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Locals eat at Port Side Restaurant. Good Po-Boys and Hot Plate Lunches. About 4 miles away from Destrehan Plantation on 11698 River Road.
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Don't want to purchase advance tickets but will only be in area for one day. Is it too risky to wait to buy tickets directly at …
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Don't want to purchase advance tickets but will only be in area for one day. Is it too risky to wait to buy tickets directly at plantation for same day tour?
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You can wait to buy tickets unless it’s a REALLY busy weekend or something. There are multiple tours a day, so you should be fine to buy tickets at the gift shop the day you go! You’ll …
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You can wait to buy tickets unless it’s a REALLY busy weekend or something. There are multiple tours a day, so you should be fine to buy tickets at the gift shop the day you go! You’ll love the plantation!
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Is this across the river from Luling? What year did renovation start? I think I used to go to a swimming pool nearby …
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Is this across the river from Luling? What year did renovation start? I think I used to go to a swimming pool nearby owned by Texaco in the late 40's and think this old home was still in disrepair.
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Can't be absolutely sure as we're from the UK and only wanted to visit the plantation at Destrehan ( which is well worth a visit) but if you look at the google map, it looks as though it is …
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Can't be absolutely sure as we're from the UK and only wanted to visit the plantation at Destrehan ( which is well worth a visit) but if you look at the google map, it looks as though it is across the river from Luling. Sorry I can't be more help than that.
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Up to three – One per day, Friday through Sunday.
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