No southern Mississippi riverboat cruise is complete without a trip to Oak Alley Plantation. This historic site includes guided tours and consisting of several sections. There is the Big House, Historic Grounds, and the “Slavery at Oak Alley” exhibit. Ther is also a Civil War Encampment, the Blacksmith Shop, Sugarcane Video and fifteen other exhibits.
Upon arrival at this serene historical site you will need to purchase a ticket at the Ticket Booth. The admission includes all tours so you will be able to roam freely throughout the site. Make sure to bring your camera as photography is welcome at the Plantation as long as you are not interrupting other tours.
After picking up your tickets go and try the breakfast at the Antebellum Mansion which is open from 8:30am – 10:30am. The first tour of the Big House begins promptly at 9:30am where you will begin with a very well educated guide. If you are not ready to begin at 9:30am these tours are offered on the hour and a ½ hours.
Oak Alley Slave Quarters
After this tour, which lasts an hour head over to the Oak Alley and the Slave Quarters which are highly recommended. After these tours you may want to go and have a relaxing lunch. You can enjoy some Cajun and creole dishes at that Antebellum Mansion. Meals include delicious, traditional Louisiana-style dishes. Enjoy red beans & rice, chicken fricassee, fried alligator nuggets, crawfish etouffée and gumbo. There’s also po-boys (Louisiana’s version of a submarine sandwich), and fresh salads. Lastly there’s a wonderful selection of homemade desserts like bread pudding with whiskey sauce, pecan pie and buttermilk pie. In addition, Chef Antonio Reymundo features a daily special, which showcases his unique cooking style.
After your lunch, travel over to the gift shop where you can find novelty items, handmade collectibles, cookbooks, and regional photography. Buying a small gift for yourself or someone else is a perfect way to commemorate your day at the Oak Alley Plantation.
