Hundreds of New Orleans plantations used to line the Mississippi River throughout Louisiana. Now there are few, mostly preserved as historical landmarks and educational centers, lest we forget our ...

Between 1852 and 1874, New Orleans clawed back some of its old territory, annexing three cities above Felicity Street: ...

Discover how elegant Old New Orleans differed from the countryside on a Louisiana plantation tour along the Great River Road.

Known for its Creole cuisine, Mardi Gras festivities and iconic architecture, New Orleans has something to offer every traveler, especially history buffs. The area's antebellum plantations offer a ...

which includes a tour of Whitney Plantation, one of the best New Orleans plantations to visit. Transportation: Transportation from the French Quarter is available for $25 per person. Hotel pickup ...