- Address: 3200 George Washington Memorial Parkway, Mount Vernon 22309, USA
- Hours: Apr-Oct: 9am-5pm, Nov-March: 9am-4pm
- Admission: Adults: US$20, Seniors(ages 62+): US$19, Youth(6-11yrs): US$10
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Mount Vernon Tours
- It’s best to wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes while exploring the grounds.
- Free WiFi is available throughout the Mount Vernon estate, and the site’s downloadable app offers audio tours, a map, and even a scavenger hunt.
- Photography is prohibited in the mansion, and all bags and containers must be smaller than 16x16x8 inches.
- Fans of the ”National Treasure: Book of Secrets” film can take an hour-long tour highlighting historical details and settings employed in the onsite production of the blockbuster.
- The off-site gristmill and distillery can be reached via a shuttle that runs regularly from April to October.
Tours & Tickets
Mount Vernon Admission Ticket
Visit George Washington's Mount Vernon and take a self-guided tour of the first American president’s historic estate. You can stroll through the 18th-century ... Read more
Location: Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: Flexible
45-Minute Tour of George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill near Mt Vernon
Your visit to George Washington's Mount Vernon is not complete without visiting his Distillery & Gristmill. Located 2.7 miles (5 km) from Mount Vernon, ... Read more
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Duration: 45 minutes (approx.)
Day Trip to Mount Vernon from Washington DC
On this 4.5 hour tour you’ll explore the fascinating home, and home town, of George Washington. Mount Vernon, across the Potomac River in Virginia, is a living ... Read more
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
In the Footsteps of George Washington: Spirit Day Cruise to Mount Vernon
Veer from the standard Washington, DC, tourist path with this insightful 6.5-hour Mount Vernon cruise and tour. Your Mount Vernon boat tour kicks off with a ... Read more
Location: Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC
Learn about the life of George Washington, first president of the United States, on this guided tour of Mount Vernon, Washington’s home of more than 40 years. ... Read more
Location: Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: 5 hours (approx.)
George Washington's Mount Vernon by Water Cruise
Enjoy a narrated cruise along the Potomac River to George and Martha Washington's estate, Mount Vernon. This is the only round-trip cruise to Mount Vernon from ... Read more
Location: Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: 7 hours (approx.)
Mount Vernon Bike Trail: Independent Tour with Optional Potomac River Cruise
On this independent bike tour from Old Town Alexandria, enjoy views of the Potomac River as you cycle along the scenic Mount Vernon Trail to historic Mount ... Read more
Location: Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: Flexible
Mount Vernon Half Day Trip
Take a half-day tour to Mount Vernon – which was the home of George and Martha Washington. Experience life in Washington’s time on this tour and find out how ... Read more
Location: Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Independent Half-Day Trip to Mount Vernon from Washington DC
Take a convenient half-day trip from Washington DC to Mount Vernon, the home of President George Washington. Listen to your driver share historical facts and ... Read more
Location: Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mount Vernon Day Tour from Washington DC
Step back into history and enjoy a day tour of George Washington's Estate at Mt. Vernon.
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Duration: 6 hours (approx.)
