John Parish to New Orleans. Photo: Andrew Lichtenstein ... The Banner sisters can trace their ancestors to people enslaved at Whitney Plantation, Laura Plantation and others in the river parishes.

Opened to the public in 2014, Whitney Plantation offers a distinct look ... tour is a wonderful way to experience two must-do New Orleans attractions. Half the tour is a kayak trip through Manchac ...

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 ...

Period.” The Whitney Plantation is unique in that it never operated as a place for tourists before its current incarnation.