Laurel Valley Sugar Plantation Walking Tour in Thibodaux
Discover the community behind Laurel Valley’s sugar plantation history
Duration
1 hr
Ideal For
6 to 60 people
Includes
Guide, Village & building tours
Highlights
Explore Laurel Valley on a guided walking tour that connects the plantation’s history with the lives of the people who lived and worked here.
Itinerary
Our tours begin by the store and museum where you will hear the story of the surrounding area and the first residents of Laurel Valley. Then we will head to the rear of the property where we will cover the plantation’s history from the time of the beginning of the village’s construction through the early 20th century.
This portion of the walking tour begins on one end of the property, leads through the village, includes tours of several buildings, and ends at the ruins of our 19th century sugar mill. Topics will cover antebellum plantation life, slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction and the sharecropper system, sugarcane farming, and more.
Important details
- Arrive at least 5–10 minutes before your tour begins.
Cancellation Policy
For regular tours, receive a full refund if you cancel at least 1 hour before the tour. For group tours, receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the tour, or a 50% refund if you cancel less than 24 hours before.
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FAQs
Yes, free parking is available near the store.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring weather-appropriate items, such as an umbrella, sunscreen, or a jacket.
Meeting details
Store front porch at Laurel Valley Tours, 595 LA-308, Thibodaux, LA 70301
