san francisco plantation

san francisco plantation印象

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  M&BH2005

  Unless you just have time to kill I'd suggest choosing a different plantation tour. The others have more to see.

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  SigMtnTraveler

  I was surprised when we first arrived at San Francisco plantation. The plantation house is quite different from most in the Old South - no Tara or Twelve Oaks here. it is a beautiful structure painted in pastels. The interior is wonderfully finished and furnished. Our tour guide was very well acquainted with the history of the house and its former occupants and patiently answered all of our questions.

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  Luv2travelforlife

  Our male tour guide was friendly, funny, and extremely versed in the plantation's rich history. As I was whipping off questions, he provided the answers. Although the Laura plantation offered history, I still learned a lot from the tour about the rich history of land owners and resources to the families in the area. Worth the trip and money for those that have an open mind.

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  496James_H496

  The other reviews capture the feel of the plantation but two things stood out from the tour (Darrington was an excellent guide). First was the list of battles that the owner, Mr. Charles Marmillion fought in - in the Civil War. He was a solider in 31 battles from Manassas to Harper's Ferry to Gettysburg to Leetown. I was astonished at seeing the list of battles with their ledger of his participation and the realization that someone could survive that many battles. The other list is equally powerful. In the slave quarters is a list of all of the slaves and their dollar values for one specific year. A breeding slave woman had a value of several hundred dollars whereas an elderly slave (55 years old) had a value of $100. Total slave value for the year was $60,000. Two realities came together for me from this tour and that made the day very worthwhile. Go - but open up to the contrasts of owner and slaves.

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  AlanwManchester_UK

  As you approach the house you are somewhat surprised by the location as it is surrounded by petrol storage tanks but don't let this put you off.Once in the grounds you forget the surroundings.After paying the entrance fee you enter the house to be greeted by a guide who will then spend as long as it takes to introduce you to the house and its previous occupants.The guide is very knowledgeable and answers all the questions easily.It reall is worth a visit.

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  Parrotharcourt

  The beautiful, gaily painted San Francisco Plantation is one of the most interesting mansions in the New Orleans area. It is well worth the drive to see the house either by car or escorted tour. I recently visited it with friends, and we were treated to a wonderful, in-depth tour by a knowledgeable, entertaining docent dressed in period costume. The Plantation has an involved history, which is fascinating. Don't miss it!

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  Cherie43502

  We visited the plantation as part of a Gray Line Tour which was combined with the Bonfires on the Levee. The buses are really nice, friendly driver, great tour guide. We enjoyed our tour through the plantation house, as well as, a really good buffet. Then got back on the buses for a police escort to see the Bonfires on the Levee. Nice evening.

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  This is a very nice plantation. Beautiful to see with lots of history. The slave cabins offer a glimse into history you very seldom see anymore at the plantations. Recently remodeled. For the handicapped there are quite a few steps if you want to see the upstairs. I dont believe there are restaurants too close nearby since it sits on River Rd by refineries. Bring a lunch or eat before you go. qq

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  susanhI9147VP

  This is a must see plantation. Stephen was a GREAT tour guide! He had a genuine creole accent and new his facts. ( I know it was genuine b/c I had a uncle that had a creole accent) He had our attention the whole time. I would recommend anyone to see this plantation.

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  onemissannie

  We were with a large group (8 buses) on a Grayline tour that stopped here for a tour of the plantation and a Christmas Dinner, before proceeding to the levees to see the Christmas Eve bonfires. The plantation house is very ornate, including the ceilings in the home. There was a docent in every room, dressed in period costume. It was an interesting tour, but the decorative details of the home was most interesting.