Visit Whitney Plantation & Baton Rouge On Day Trip From New Orleans 🇺🇸

Join me on a day trip from New Orleans, exploring the profound stories etched into the Whitney Plantation along the River Road and the cultural richness of Baton Rouge, the vibrant state capital. 🚗 Let's Hit the Road! After soaking in the festive spirit of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, it's time to hit the road. We're picking up a rental car to embark on a 70-mile journey along the historic River Road towards Baton Rouge. 🌾 Whitney Plantation: A Journey Through History Our first stop is the renowned Whitney Plantation near Wallace. Stretching across 2000 acres, it stands as a poignant museum dedicated to the enslaved individuals who once toiled here. 🚗 Onward to Baton Rouge: Gramercy Bridge Continuing our journey, we cross the Gramercy Bridge, a cantilever bridge over the Mississippi River, offering stunning views. Next stop: Baton Rouge. 🌆 Baton Rouge: Louisiana Old State Capitol Explore the Louisiana Old State Capitol, witness its tumultuous history, and stand in awe of the stunning cast iron spiral staircase. Immerse yourself in the impactful exhibition on Governor Huey Long, a controversial figure in Louisiana's political landscape. 🏛️ New Louisiana State Capitol Visit the new Louisiana State Capitol, a modernist 34-story building and the tallest state capitol in the U.S. Explore the House of Representatives. Take in the panoramic view from the 27th-floor observation deck. 👍 Don't Forget to Subscribe! If you enjoyed this journey through Louisiana's history, give it a thumbs up and subscribe with notifications enabled. Stay tuned for more adventures, and check out my other videos on Louisiana and New Orleans. #batonrouge #neworleans #riverroad 0:00 Intro 1:34 Whitney Plantation 6:02 Gramercy Bridge 7:22 Louisiana Old State Capitol 8:49 Huey Long exhibition 10:57 Louisiana State Capitol 12:21 Panoramic view