Oak Alley Plantation Tour with Transportation
The straightforward, best-value way to see Oak Alley from New Orleans without a car — round-trip coach, a guided Big House tour and time to walk the oaks.
Overview
If you want to see Oak Alley properly and keep it simple, this is the tour. It is the lowest-priced coach option that still includes a guided house tour and admission, which is why it is one of the busiest day trips on the River Road. An air-conditioned coach leaves the French Quarter and runs west along the Mississippi for about an hour to the estate.
On arrival a costumed interpreter leads the roughly half-hour tour of the 1837 Greek Revival mansion, after which you are free to walk the quarter-mile avenue of 300-year-old oaks, visit the Slavery at Oak Alley exhibit and reconstructed cabins, see the blacksmith shop and take in the grounds at your own pace. You get about two hours on site before the relaxed ride back to the city.
What you'll do
Pickup in the French Quarter
Board the coach downtown; the driver shares history and context on the hour-long drive along the Great River Road.
Guided Big House tour
A costumed interpreter walks you through the mansion, its 28 columns and period rooms, and the story of the families who lived here.
Explore on your own
Walk the oak alley, the Slavery at Oak Alley exhibit and reconstructed cabins, the blacksmith shop and the gardens — about two hours on site in total.
Return to New Orleans
Back in the French Quarter by mid-to-late afternoon.
What's included
- Guided tour of the plantation home
- Air-conditioned coach
- Local guide
- Round-trip transportation from New Orleans
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Parking fees
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
Know before you go
- Departs
- French Quarter, New Orleans, by air-conditioned coach.
- Duration
- About 5 hours 30 minutes door to door.
- Group size
- Up to 55 travellers.
- Accessibility
- Listed as wheelchair and stroller accessible for the grounds; note the Big House's upper floor is reached by stairs and cannot be modified as a historic building.
- Bring
- Sun protection and water; food is available to buy at the on-site restaurant and cafe.
What travellers say
★★★★★
The grounds were beautifully kept and the 28 oaks are genuinely something to see. Our house guide welcomed questions and knew the history cold; seeing sugar cane still growing on site was a nice surprise.
★★★★★
Our guides explained how the site has done far more in recent years to tell the story of the enslaved people who lived and died here. It is not just a grand house and pretty trees, and I was glad they said so.
★★★★★
A great trip there and back, and the perfect length for our last half-day in the city. If anything I wanted a little longer to see the whole property — two hours goes quickly.
Frequently asked questions
Is admission to Oak Alley included?
Yes. The tour price includes round-trip transport from New Orleans and Oak Alley admission, including the guided Big House tour.
How long is the guided house tour?
The guided Big House tour runs about 30 minutes; the rest of your roughly two hours on site is self-guided across the grounds and exhibits.
Do I need a car for this tour?
No — that is the point of it. Round-trip coach transport from the French Quarter is included, so you do not need to drive or arrange a ride.
Is this tour good for first-time visitors?
Yes. It is the simplest, best-value way to see the essentials of Oak Alley, which makes it a strong first-timer choice.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
