Immerse yourself in history with a Mount Vernon tour and explore the charms of historic Old Town Alexandria. Enhance your Washington DC experience today!
Immerse yourself in history with a Mount Vernon tour and explore the charms of historic Old Town Alexandria. Enhance your Washington DC experience today!
- George Washington’s Mount Vernon - The designated tour guide will share historical insights about the area while traveling along the Potomac River via the GW Parkway. Upon arrival, guests will view an 11-minute orientation film provided by the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, followed by a guided tour of George Washington’s restored 1799 mansion….
- George Washington’s Mount Vernon - The designated tour guide will share historical insights about the area while traveling along the Potomac River via the GW Parkway. Upon arrival, guests will view an 11-minute orientation film provided by the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, followed by a guided tour of George Washington’s restored 1799 mansion. Visitors will have free time to explore and observe innovative farming techniques demonstrated by costumed interpreters (April through October). Original and reconstructed buildings illustrate life on this 18th-century plantation, including George & Martha Washington’s 1831 Tomb.
- Old Town - On the return journey, the 1749 Old Town Alexandria will be explored, highlighting significant historical events and landmarks often missed by travelers. A scenic drive across the Potomac will lead back to the nation’s capital, concluding this exceptional and unique experience.
- George Washington’s Mount Vernon - IMPORTANT information about the Mansion Revitalization Project. From 2023-2026, Mount Vernon will undertake a significant preservation project to protect the Mansion’s original structure and ensure its longevity for future generations.
What to expect:
The Estate Remains Open During Preservation Work.
Mansion: The restoration of each room in the Mansion and each outbuilding is achieved through the collaboration of experts from various fields.
The museum, historic grounds, tomb, slave memorial, farm, and gardens are OPEN.
Education Center
A new George Washington exhibit will open in March 2026.

- Mansion Tour access included
- Entry to Mount Vernon
- Mansion Tour access included
- Entry to Mount Vernon
- Lunch
- Lunch
Enhance your Washington DC trip by exploring Mount Vernon, where you can fill historical gaps with knowledge and relive significant moments that continue to impact today.
Following this, our tour guide will take you through Alexandria’s historic Old Town, consistently ranked among the top five small towns by Condé Nast Traveler Readers since 2018….
Enhance your Washington DC trip by exploring Mount Vernon, where you can fill historical gaps with knowledge and relive significant moments that continue to impact today.
Following this, our tour guide will take you through Alexandria’s historic Old Town, consistently ranked among the top five small towns by Condé Nast Traveler Readers since 2018.
When traveling, the true value lies in the significance of the sites visited, which is exactly what sets our experience apart from others.
The restoration of each room in the Mansion has been successfully completed, thanks to the collaboration of esteemed experts.
- No wheelchairs, neither proficient handling available. Vehicles are Panoramic Mini-bus, not equipped with handicap hydraulic accessibility. However, a transport chair can be accommodated.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.