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    Explore Laura Plantation & Historic Riverlands From New Orleans

    Tour Laura Plantation and follow the roots of blues at Historic Riverlands

    4.9 stars• 76 reviews
    From$137/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Ideal For

    Up to 15 people

    Includes

    Guided tours, Small group

    Highlights

    Visit Laura Plantation, a Creole heritage site built in 1805, then explore African American musical history at the Historic Riverlands site. You’ll tour both locations with small groups and time for lunch between tours.

    • Explore Laura Plantation on an approximately 80-minute guided tour
    • Learn about Louisiana Creole culture and recorded West African folk tales
    • Discover stories behind jazz, zydeco, blues, gospel, soul, R&B, and rock
    • Visit Historic Riverlands on an approximately 60-minute tour
    • Join a small group tour with no more than 15 people
    • Plan a lunch stop after the first tour; lunch is not included

    Things to know

    Wear shoes and clothes you’ll be comfortable walking in.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund. Get a 50% refund if you cancel less than 24 hours before the start. Get a full refund for tours canceled due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    FAQs

    No. You’ll stop for lunch after the first tour, but lunch is not included. You may bring your own lunch.

    Tour Laura Plantation for about 80 minutes, then visit Historic Riverlands for about 60 minutes.

    Join a small group of no more than 15 people.

    Meeting details

    New Orleans, LA

    Experience provided by Tours by Marguerite
    Experience provided by Tours by Marguerite

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    Adult

    $137.80

    Ages 18+

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    Child

    $79.50

    Ages 7 - 17 (6 - 17 for excursions)

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    Small Child

    $37.10

    Ages 0 - 6 (0 - 5 for excursions)

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    Review summary

    4.9
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    76 reviews•Google Maps
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    Lawson (and occasionally Muriel) leads immersive walking tours through New Orleans that consistently earn glowing praise for their depth and passion. Reviewers repeatedly highlight how knowledgeable and engaging these guides are, particularly when it comes to Creole culture and history. The tours cover neighborhoods like Faubourg Tremé and the French Quarter, offering perspectives that help visitors understand the city's complex heritage in ways that feel personal and authentic rather than surface-level tourist content. What stands out is how the guides tailor their approach to each group. Lawson has communicated with guests in Mauritian Creole and clearly connects with both French and English speakers, creating an inclusive atmosphere where questions are encouraged. Many visitors mention these tours were highlights of their trip, with some calling them essential for understanding New Orleans. The storytelling approach makes history feel alive, and the Creole-centered perspective provides nuance that travelers deeply appreciate. French-speaking visitors especially value having excellent francophone guides who share cultural connections to Louisiana's heritage.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Lawson is amazing and gave us a great tour of the French Quarter. I highly recommend him 💜✨️

    Photo of Valérie Djoumessi

    Valérie Djoumessi

    February 27, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Lawson is amazing and gave us a great tour of the French Quarter. I highly recommend him 💜✨️

    Photo of Valérie Djoumessi

    Valérie Djoumessi

    February 27, 2025

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