The 2nd Line Tours’ Whitney Plantation Tour is a 4 hour tour.
Explore the profound legacy of African descendants who toiled on the Whitney Plantation, a poignant testament to the human experience in the antebellum South.
Our tour delves into the untold stories of those enslaved, shedding light on their struggles, resilience, and contributions.
Immerse yourself in the daily life of plantation laborers as you wander through restored slave cabins, witness original artifacts, and hear gripping accounts passed down through generations. Gain insight into the economic, social, and cultural dynamics of the era, marked by the harsh realities of slavery and the resilience of those who endured it.
The Whitney Plantation stands apart as the only plantation museum in Louisiana dedicated solely to the lives of enslaved people. By centering the narratives of the marginalized, it offers a nuanced perspective on American history, challenging visitors to confront uncomfortable truths and fostering dialogue on the legacy of slavery.
Why take this tour?
Beyond its historical significance, a visit to the Whitney Plantation offers a transformative experience, fostering empathy, understanding, and a commitment to justice. It’s a chance to honor the resilience of those who came before us and to reflect on the ongoing struggle for equality and justice.
In the words of Maya Angelou, “History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again.” Join us on a journey through the Whitney Plantation and confront the past to shape a more just future.
Travel with us along the “Historical” River Road route where the largest slave rebellion in United States history took place, as we make our way to the only museum in Louisiana devoted to slavery, “The Whitney Plantation”.
| Historical Museum | Original Salve Narratives |
| Plantation Homes | Enslaved Quarters |
2nd Line Tours’ provides travel to and from the event.
With the 2nd Line Tours’ Whitney Plantation Tour, you will experience colonial Louisiana history and points of interest.
“The Whitney Plantation” offers our guests a special look into what daily life was like for enslaved people in Louisiana and tell stories of the specific people enslaved on the plantation.
It not only informs, but it helps to connect the dots of the past and the present so that we can shape the future!
| Historical Museum | Original Slave Narratives |
| Plantation House | Enslaved Quarters |
2nd Line Tours’ provides travel to and from the event.
With the 2nd Line Tours’ Whitney Plantation Tour, you will experience colonial Louisiana history and points of interest.
Adults: $75.00 USD Children (12 years & under): $55.00 USD | |
Whitney Plantation tours is offered everyday except Tuesday.
Pick-up is between 8am and 8:30am
Tours begin at 8am and end at 1pm
We offer complimentary hotel pick up service for our plantation tours. Pick up zone is within a 1.2 mile radius of 414 Canal St, New Orleans, LA
For hotels and Airbnbs outside of our designated pick up zone, you must meet tour guide/driver at: 414 Canal st New Orleans LA
This tour is perfect for guests of all ages. Hotel pick up details:
we offer convenient hotel pick up service for our plantation tours within a 1 mile radius of the vibrant French Quarter.Tours also depart from and return to 414 Canal Street New Orleans Louisiana.
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to tour start time to check in.
This tour is perfect for guests of all ages.
2nd Line Tours Experience pick up a 414 Canal St NOLA 70130. We offer hotel pickups that are in close proximity to the French Quarters.
Check in starts 30 mins before prior to departure time.
Each tour begins promptly & on time.
Adults: $75.00 USD Children (12 years & under): $55.00 USD | |
We offer 8:00am to 1:00 pm daily tours.
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri Sat, Sun.
Pickups times are between the hours 8:00am to 8:30am