Houmas House and Gardens, Darrow

The property is beautiful. You could take 2-3 hrs just enjoying the gardens. The house furnishings are amazing and a must see. The tour guide did a great job telling the history and answering our questions. The oak trees are massive and the grounds are covered with these beauties. Walk up to the river to get a good view of what they would have seen before the levee was built. I highly recommend Houmas House and Gardens.

Excellent tour! We loved Mrs. Ruby, our tour guide! She was very informative and patient with us and all of our questions. The cost for two adults is $70 plus tax but that cost includes a self-guided tour of the gardens which are very beautiful! There's a restaurant and bar here. The bar makes great Bloody Mary's! While walking around the gardens, be sure to visit the bird. He talks and he loves attention! Houmas House is where the movie Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte was filmed and you can see the room Bette Davis stayed in. If you can, watch the movie before visiting. You'll recognize some of the rooms from the movie. My husband and I have done this your several times and we enjoy it each time! Can't wait to come back!