Visit

One hour inside. Plan on ninety minutes.

Entrance is by escorted tour. Reservations are required for every daytime slot, and candlelight tours are booked at least a day ahead.

Or pick a time

Hours

Tuesday – Friday10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m.
Saturday10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Sunday & MondayClosed

Also closed New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Mardi Gras Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

Standard admission

VisitorPrice
Adults$20
AAA, active military with I.D., seniors 65+, college students with I.D., and THACS member guests$18
Grades 9–12, or ages 14–17$15
Pre-K through 8th grade, or ages 5–13$10
THACS membersFree

Access

  • Restrooms are attached to the gift shop and are wheelchair accessible.
  • The first story of the house has a ramp.
  • A photo tour book covers the second story.
  • Guided and written tours are offered in English and in French.
  • Bus parking is available. Confirm payment method when you book.

Getting here

Near LA Hwy 311 and St. Charles Street (LA 664), about 60 miles southwest of New Orleans via US Hwy 90 to Exit 200.

1208 Museum Drive
Houma, LA 70360

Open directions

985-851-0154
info@southdownmuseum.org

Southdown

Plantation & Museum

1208 Museum Drive
Houma, LA 70360
985-851-0154
info@southdownmuseum.org

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