Discover the profound history of Whitney Plantation Museum through a private guided tour. This site offers a rare perspective on plantation life and the stories of enslaved Africans—an essential visit for history lovers and cultural explorers alike.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate physical activity; comfortable walking shoes recommended.
Wildlife
History
Whitney Plantation was founded in 1752 and is known for being the first museum dedicated to the documentation of slavery's legacy.
Conservation
The site actively promotes respectful remembrance and sustainable preservation of its historic structures and memorials.
Crescent City Tours & Transportation
Discover the profound history of Whitney Plantation Museum through a private guided tour. This site offers a rare perspective on plantation life and the stories of enslaved Africans—an essential visit for history lovers and cultural explorers alike.
Crescent City Tours & Transportation is a New Orleans-based tour operator offering curated plantation visits, swamp excursions, and transportation between the city and nearby historic sites.
The operator arranges visits to well-known plantations including Oak Alley, Whitney, Laura, and Myrtles. Offerings include guided house tours, self-guided museum experiences, private tours with lunch, and combination itineraries that pair plantation visits with swamp exploration. Specific options listed include a 5.5-hour Oak Alley Private Tour with Lunch (small groups up to 12) and multiple 7.5-hour swamp tour packages that use large airboats accommodating up to 16 passengers.
Swamp experiences come in several formats: small airboat rides, large airboat adventures, and tour-boat passages through southeast Louisiana bayous and wetlands. Transportation services include coordinated hotel pick-up for select tours and organized transfers between New Orleans and plantation sites along the Mississippi River and surrounding waterways.
Tours that include the Whitney Plantation focus on the museum and memorials dedicated to the history of slavery, while Oak Alley itineraries typically include a guided house visit and time to explore the iconic 28 oak allee and grounds. Laura Plantation visits emphasize Creole architecture and preserved estate structures; the Myrtles Plantation visit highlights a 1796 house and its historic setting.
Crescent City Tours & Transportation provides a breadth of New Orleans-area excursions that combine historical interpretation, natural history, and practical transit logistics for visitors seeking structured, site-specific experiences.
Tours Offered
23 tours
Plantations, swamps, city tours available
Group Capacity
Private ≤12 • Airboat ≤16
Options for small and larger groups
Typical Durations
5.5–7.5 hours
Half-day to full-day itineraries
Operating Base
New Orleans, LA
Departures and hotel pickup available
Reserve Oak Alley, Whitney, Laura or Myrtles tours and paired swamp excursions with transportation and hotel pickup options.
Book in advance
Tours can fill quickly, so reserve your spot early to ensure availability.
Wear comfortable shoes
Expect to walk on uneven surfaces and stand during portions of the tour.
Bring water and sunscreen
Stay hydrated and protected from the sun, especially during outdoor site visits.
Respect the site
Maintain a respectful attitude and be mindful of the memorials and exhibits.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking around the historic site and outdoor exhibits.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during outdoor portions of the tour.
summer
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself from the sun while outdoors.
summer
Camera or smartphone
Capture moments and learnings during your visit.