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Houmas House Estate and Gardens

Houmas House Estate and Gardens is an attraction in Darrow, LA, part of the Baton Rouge and Cajun Country guide. Cost: $25 to $50.

40136 Highway 942 · Darrow, LA

Why you should go…

Houmas House Estate and Gardens sits on the east bank of the Mississippi River on land that was once part of the Burnside Plantation, one of the largest sugar plantations in antebellum Louisiana. The Greek Revival main house, built in 1840, reopened for tours in 2003 after extensive restoration and now features docent-led tours in period costume through 16 rooms of antiques and art. The property also has award-winning restaurants and overnight cottages at the Inn at Houmas House.

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