--- title: Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans slug: oak-alley-plantation-tour-from-new-orleans type: attraction sub_type: plantation tours source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/oak-alley-plantation-tour-from-new-orleans city: New Orleans state: LA country: US address: 400 Toulouse geo: lat: 29.95527 lng: -90.06272 duration: 5.2-5.4 hour cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 3 days before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:34:56.153Z price_from: amount: 79 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Oak Alley Plantation Tour with Transportation price: 79 regular_price: 84 savings: 5 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (6-12 yrs) min_age: 6 max_age: 12 - name: Infant (0-5 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 5 --- ## Overview Take a half-day Oak Alley Plantation tour from New Orleans with guided transport. Walk the iconic oak tree alley, tour the 1839 mansion, and visit exhibits on slavery, sugarcane, and blacksmithing. Includes time to explore the grounds, gardens, cabins, and café at your own pace. ## What's Included - Roundtrip transportation in an air-conditioned coach from New Orleans - Guided tour of the 1839 Greek Revival mansion - Self-guided access to gardens, cabins, museum displays, the "Slavery at Oak Alley" exhibit, reconstructed slave cabins, sugarcane production film, historic gardens, and the original blacksmith shop ## What's Not Included - Food and drinks (available for purchase at the Plantation Café) ## Ticket Options - **Oak Alley Plantation Tour with Transportation** — $79.00 (regularly $84.00, save $5.00) Half-day tour from New Orleans with guided mansion visit, scenic oak-lined path, and access to Oak Alley Plantation's historic grounds and exhibits. Includes roundtrip transportation. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (6-12 yrs) - Infant (0-5 yrs) ## Good to Know * Check in at the Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office 15 minutes before tour time. * Family-friendly experience; children ages 5 and under ride free. * Snacks and grab-and-go meals available at the on-site café. * Tour lasts approximately 5.25 hours, with 2.25 hours at the plantation. * Photography is allowed on the grounds, balcony, and in self-guided exhibit areas; photos and videos are not permitted inside the mansion. * Electronic devices must be silenced during the mansion tour. * Bring cash for snacks and optional tips, a camera or smartphone for photos, sunglasses, and insect repellent. * Wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes; grounds include uneven surfaces. * Tours run rain or shine; guests will be notified by email if the weather makes the tour unsafe. * Only ADA-defined service animals are permitted; advance notice required at least 48 hours before scheduled departure. * Most exhibits and areas on the grounds are wheelchair accessible. The mansion’s second floor requires climbing 22 stairs; a video tour is available for guests unable to access the upper level. * Contact Gray Line New Orleans at least 48 hours in advance if a wheelchair-accessible vehicle or other accommodations are needed. ## Cancellation Policy Free Cancellation ## FAQs ### Where does the New Orleans plantation tour depart from? The Oak Alley tour departs from the Steamboat NATCHEZ dock at 400 Toulouse St., New Orleans, LA 70130, directly behind the JAX Brewery. ### How early should I arrive? Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to tour time. Check in with a ticket agent at the Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River. ### How long is the Oak Alley day trip from New Orleans? The tour lasts approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes, including roundtrip transportation and 2.25 hours at the plantation. ### Is there parking nearby? Yes. Public parking is available on Decatur Street, with hourly rates and some lots requiring pre-payment at automated kiosks. The closest lot to the departure point is Jax Lot (#P401) at 500 Decatur St. The meeting location is also within walking distance of many downtown hotels—walking is encouraged to help preserve the French Quarter. ### Is the tour suitable for children? Yes, this is a family-friendly tour suitable for all ages. Children ages 5 and under can join for free. ### Are food and drinks included in the tour price? No, food and drinks are not included. However, snacks and beverages are available for purchase at the Plantation Café and can be enjoyed at the on-site picnic tables or on the coach. ### Can I bring a camera? Yes, photography is allowed on the grounds, balcony, and in self-guided exhibit areas. However, photos and videos are not permitted inside the mansion. Electronic devices must be silenced during the mansion tour. ### What should I bring? Bring cash for snacks and optional tips, a camera or smartphone for photos, sunglasses, and insect repellent. ### What should I wear? Wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes. The grounds include uneven surfaces, and part of the tour is outdoors. ### What happens if it rains? Tours run rain or shine. Guests will be notified by email if the weather makes the tour unsafe. ### Can I bring a pet? Only ADA-defined service animals are permitted on this tour. If you plan to bring a service animal, advance notice is requested. Please contact Gray Line New Orleans using the number on your e-ticket at least 48 hours before your scheduled departure. ### Is the tour wheelchair accessible? Most exhibits and areas on the grounds are accessible to both basic and motorized wheelchairs. The second floor of the mansion requires climbing 22 stairs, but a video tour is available in the media room for guests who cannot access the upper level. If you or someone in your group requires a wheelchair-accessible vehicle, please contact Gray Line New Orleans using the number on your e-ticket at least 48 hours before your scheduled departure.