Day of tour guest can expect a courtesy call with details pertaining to pick up. Once all guests are aboard buckle up for an educated and enjoyable ride in a luxury air conditioned bus.
Once on site Oak Alley starts with the breathtaking sight of its signature quarter-mile avenue of 300-year-old live oaks draped in Spanish moss, leading right up to the classic Greek Revival mansion.
The guided tours inside typically focus on the architectural details and the stories of the wealthy families who lived on the plantation, showcasing period furnishings and the daily lives of the residents.
A vital and sombre part of the experience is visiting the restored slave cabins and the memorial, which provides a crucial perspective on the enslaved people whose labour made the plantation's immense wealth possible.
After the tour, most visitors take time to walk the grounds, explore the exhibits in the overseer's house, and the blacksmith shop before heading to the on-site cafe for a bite to eat.