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Things to do in Houma / Barataria Basin in December

December is a fine month to visit Houma / Barataria Basin. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

Plan a December weekend Where else in December

Best picks for December

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in December.

Oak Alley Plantation

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Whitney Plantation

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Whitney Plantation

US museum in Louisiana devoted to the history of slavery for sugar cane production on 2,000 acres

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

Expect busier roads and pricier stays around these dates. See long weekends.

Houma / Barataria Basin in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Houma / Barataria Basin?

December is a fine month to visit Houma / Barataria Basin. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What are the best things to do in Houma / Barataria Basin in December?

Top picks for December: Oak Alley Plantation, Whitney Plantation, Whitney Plantation, Wedell-Williams Aviation & Cypress Sawmill Museum, Evergreen Plantation.