Houmas House and Gardens
Houmas House and Gardens, between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, is an exquisite, picturesque mansion built in the early 1800s, surrounded by beautiful gardens and ponds, it was known as the grandest estate home of its time. Tour the historic Louisiana Estate and learn about how a succession of owners, the Mississippi River and the Sugarcane industry grew this manor house into the grand estate that exists today. Explore 38 acres of lush gardens or relax with a refreshing mint julep and enjoy the breeze off the nearby Mississippi River. Stay in the luxurious inn and dine in Southern style at one of the property’s premier restaurants.