---
title: Felicity Plantation Guided Tour
slug: felicity-plantation-guided-tour-vacherie
type: attraction
sub_type: tours
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/felicity-plantation-guided-tour-vacherie
city: Vacherie
state: LA
country: US
address: 3535 LA-18
geo:
  lat: 30.00598
  lng: -90.77226
duration: 1-2.5 hour
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 3 days before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T18:19:25.585Z
price_from:
  amount: 23
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 369
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Felicity Plantation Admission & Guided Tour
        price: 23
        regular_price: 24
        savings: 1
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (19+ yrs)
            min_age: 19
          - name: Youth (12-18 yrs)
            min_age: 12
            max_age: 18
          - name: Child (6-11 yrs)
            min_age: 6
            max_age: 11
          - name: Young Child (0-5 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 5
          - name: Senior (65+ yrs)
            min_age: 65
---
## Overview

Go back in time on the Felicity Plantation tour—sister plantation to St. Joseph and part of the Louisiana Sugarcane Museum. Built in 1845-1847, it was the filming location for _Skeleton Key_ and _12 Years a Slave_ and remains a working sugarcane farm. See its stunning scenery, Greek Revival-Creole architecture, and learn about its old dwellers’ rich history.

## What's Included

- Admission
- Guided tour of the plantation home
- Self-guided walking tour of the grounds and outbuildings

## What's Not Included

No specific exclusions listed.

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## Ticket Options

- **Felicity Plantation Admission & Guided Tour** — $23.00 (regularly $24.00, save $1.00)
  This 1-hour guided tour of a Vacherie, Louisiana plantation, named after Felicity—daughter of Valcour Aime, takes you to the sugarcane farm and exhibits in and around the plantation house to see its preserved authentic beauty and learn about the rich history of its past residents.
  - Adult (19+ yrs)
  - Youth (12-18 yrs)
  - Child (6-11 yrs)
  - Young Child (0-5 yrs)
  - Senior (65+ yrs)

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## Good to Know

* A family-owned, operating sugar cane plantation on the west bank of the Mississippi River.  
* The Felicity Plantation guided tour lasts for approximately one hour. Plantation grounds are self-guided and at your own pace.  
* Upgrade to the combination tour of both Felicity and St. Joseph Plantations and explore them both in 2.5 hours.  
* On weekends in October, St. Joseph Plantation hosts a Creole Mourning Tour featuring customs and rituals of 18th and 19th-century Creole Louisiana.  
* See the exhibits within the plantation to get a glimpse into life on a sugar plantation and the rich history of its old dwellers.  
* Family-friendly and admission is free for children five (5) years old and below.  
* Parking is free at the plantation.

## FAQs

### How long is the Felicity Plantation tour?

The guided tour of the plantation house lasts about one (1) hour.

### What does my Felicity Plantation ticket include?

Tickets include Felicity Plantation admission, a guided tour of the plantation home, and a self-guided walking tour of the grounds. Take in the plantation at your own pace.

### Is this tour suitable for children?

Yes, the Felicity Plantation is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. Children under five (5) years old are admitted free.

### What should I bring?

Wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes. Other recommended items include sunglasses, sunscreen, an umbrella or raincoat, an ID, and a camera.

### Are there any restrictions?

Due to the historic nature of the plantation home, access to the second floor is by stairs only. Adults must accompany guests below 18 years old.

### Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Only the first floor of Felicity Plantation home is accessible for wheelchairs—there's a ramp at the back. The second floor, which has a large portion of the tour, is only accessible by stairs.

### Can I bring my own food and drinks?

Yes, if you select the combination tour, the St. Joseph Plantation has picnic tables you can use if you bring food.