Journey through 1,000 acres of active sugarcane fields and historic homes with the St. Joseph and Felicity Plantations Combo Tour. Discover the working side of Louisiana’s plantation heritage and its cinematic legacy.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking on flat terrain.
Wildlife
History
Both plantations have roots dating back to the 19th century and played vital roles in Louisiana's sugarcane industry while later becoming iconic filming locations.
Conservation
St. Joseph Plantation balances active farming with historical preservation, maintaining ecological health and cultural heritage simultaneously.
St. Joseph Plantation
Journey through 1,000 acres of active sugarcane fields and historic homes with the St. Joseph and Felicity Plantations Combo Tour. Discover the working side of Louisiana’s plantation heritage and its cinematic legacy.
St. Joseph Plantation, located in Vacherie, Louisiana, preserves and interprets the history of two adjacent Mississippi River sugar plantations: St. Joseph Plantation and Felicity Plantation. Guests can choose guided group tours that explore working sugarcane farms, original outbuildings, and the plantation mansion, with programming that highlights 19th-century plantation life and agricultural practices.
Tours include a standalone St. Joseph Plantation Group Tour and guided experiences at Felicity Plantation. Combined options are available: a St. Joseph and Felicity Plantation Combo Group Tour and a St. Joseph and Felicity Plantations Combo Tour that runs approximately 2.5 hours and covers active sugarcane operations across roughly 1,000 acres. Tour narratives address construction dates, family histories such as the Waguespack family, and the plantations' roles as film and television locations.
Felicity Plantation tours emphasize the site's 19th-century construction and documented appearances in productions like "12 Years A Slave." St. Joseph Plantation tours sometimes explore 19th-century mourning customs, original outbuildings, and seasonal programming: the mansion receives an October transformation and the property offers nighttime tours and exclusive midnight tours on Halloween weekend.
All tours are guided and operate on plantation grounds in Vacherie, adjacent to the Mississippi River. Interpretive content focuses on architecture, agriculture, and cultural history tied to sugarcane cultivation. Visitors should plan logistics such as travel time to Vacherie and any seasonal scheduling. St. Joseph Plantation provides on-site experiences that combine historic preservation, active farming, and film-location history for visitors seeking an informed look at Louisiana's plantation heritage.
Tour availability varies by season and event.
Location
Vacherie, LA
Situated on the Mississippi River
Tours Offered
6
Group and combo guided tours available
Historic Era
19th century
Includes Felicity's 1840s construction
Combo Tour Length
2.5 hours
Covers roughly 1,000 acres
Reserve a group, Felicity, or combo tour to explore historic plantation architecture, sugarcane operations, and film-location history.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
Expect walking on uneven ground and plantation paths during the 2.5-hour tour.
Bring Sun Protection
The tour covers open fields with limited shade; sunscreen and hats are recommended.
Stay Hydrated
Carry water, especially in warmer months, as the tour is partly outdoors with limited facilities.
Photography-Friendly
Capture historic homes and vast sugarcane fields. Ask guides about filming locations for iconic movies.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Supports long periods of walking on uneven and grassy surfaces.
Sun Hat
Protects from direct sun exposure in open sugarcane fields.
summer
Light Rain Jacket
Useful for spring showers or unexpected rain on the tour.
spring
Water Bottle
Keeps you hydrated throughout the mostly outdoor experience.