Elegant though it may be, Houmas House on the Great River Road isn't just for grown ups. It's a magical place to take the kids this summer. Along with discovering history with a tour of the majestic mansion, they can have a great time exploring outside.
One of our favorite spots on the grounds is the Secret Garden. Follow the winding, shaded path into a world filled with funny garden gnomes, fascinating sculptures, and all kinds of flowers. You might even spy a lizard or a butterfly!
Speaking of wildlife, Houmas House has more than its fair share. There are peacocks, chickens, swans, ducks, koi ponds...and then of course there's Princess Maggie the dog to pet. For most kids, Maggie alone is worth the half hour drive from New Orleans.
Houmas House is the perfect place to picnic, too. Whether you pack a lunch or pick one up at their cafe, find a shade tree and make sweet summer memories.
Photos courtesy of Houmas House
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