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Mount Vernon Tour: Explore George Washington's Estate
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Mount Vernon
Immerse yourself in history at George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate. Explore the gardens, tombs, and interact with people from Washington’s world. Book your grounds pass now!
Immerse yourself in history at George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate. Explore the gardens, tombs, and interact with people from Washington’s world. Book your grounds pass now!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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George Washington’s Mount Vernon - George Washington’s estate, gardens, and the tomb where George and Martha Washington are buried. The site also includes an interactive museum and education center.
If you would like to tour the Mansion, free Mansion tour tickets are available at the ticket office on a first-come, first-served basis. Mansion tours…
- George Washington’s Mount Vernon - George Washington’s estate, gardens, and the tomb where George and Martha Washington are buried. The site also includes an interactive museum and education center.
If you would like to tour the Mansion, free Mansion tour tickets are available at the ticket office on a first-come, first-served basis. Mansion tours are likely to sell out early, especially on weekends.
- George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill - A re-creation of George Washington’s gristmill, featuring the patented Oliver Evans milling system, and his fully functioning distillery, where George Washington’s rye whiskey is still produced today according to his original mash bill.
What's Included
- Visit to George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill (Available weekends, April-October)
- Skip the line at the Ticket Office
- Visit to George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill (Available weekends, April-October)
- Skip the line at the Ticket Office
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Mansion Tour
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Mansion Tour
Additional Information
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 gardens and grounds; visit the Washington family tombs; meet heritage-breed animals; and interact with people from Washington’s world.
The Mansion at Mount Vernon is currently undergoing…
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 gardens and grounds; visit the Washington family tombs; meet heritage-breed animals; and interact with people from Washington’s world.
The Mansion at Mount Vernon is currently undergoing preservation work; rooms will be taken off-display temporarily as the work progresses.
From July 8th, 2024 through 2025, the Education Center exhibit on George Washington’s life will be off display for an extensive rebuild.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- The Grounds Pass does not include a Mansion Tour. Mansion Tours carry a separate charge of $2, if purchased in advance online.
Location
George Washington's Mount Vernon
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
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(330 Ratings)
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552sandyl
Oct 7, 2025
Mount Vernon - There was so much more here than I expected. The plantation is well run with people availble to answer any question, they have shuttles to help you get around the property along with food options. We also did the mansion tour, which was under renovation so we only saw a portion of the mansion. The property is so impressive, it should be on everyones bucket list. They offer an optional audio tour or you can download it on your phone. We did not do the audio but there was information found everywhere! The view of the Potomac was fantastic and they had chairs on the grounds so you could sit and enjoy the same view that Washington had!
There is so much to see - you have to spend at least 3 hours! To start you can enter the auditorium to see a short film, then you will follow the various paths and trails to stables, barns, living quarters, working quarters, gardens, graveyards, the dock on the water, an army camp, etc. While visiting you get a very good sense on what life would be like during Washington's time.
They have a resturant and a food court, we went to the food court with surprising good food and good prices.
The restrooms located throughout the property were very clean and maintained.
The museum shop had a large selection of items and was also reasonably priced.
Hats off the the Mount Vernon Ladies Association that runs (and owns) this property!
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Rnlynda
Sep 29, 2025
Historical Mount Vernon - Mount Vernon has so much history.
Grounds beautiful.
They are working on the home at present time so if you want to see all the rooms wait till they are completed.
Museum interesting.
Tomb beautiful.
Lots of outbuildings to tour.
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Jenelle_g
Aug 25, 2025
Fantastic visit! - Visiting Mount Vernon was such a fun and memorable experience! Even though the mansion was under construction and only certain rooms were open, it was still fascinating to tour and step back in time. The grounds were beautifully maintained, and the staff was wonderful—friendly, welcoming, and very knowledgeable. There was certainly a lot of information to take in, which made the visit all the more enriching. We also enjoyed the nice gift shop and the on-site restaurant, which added to the experience. Overall, a fantastic visit that I’d highly recommend!
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Beth_l
Aug 3, 2025
Great tour! - Mount Vernon was beautiful! We were able to take the Hamilton tour. I don’t remember the tour guide name, but he was very knowledgeable a true historian! And all honesty everyone there or historians young and old they knew their stuff it’s amazing how so many people in so much history is connected with Mount Vernon!
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Mudpuppy78
Jul 25, 2025
Washington home tour - Amazing to be able to walk thru the home of our 1st President!
It's currently in renovation, so the house tour is very restricted, but you can see construction details that are normally not visible.
The grounds are beautiful and seeing Washington's tomb is a good place to reflect. We have much to be grateful for in the USA!
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Lila_s
Jul 20, 2025
Love this high quality... - Love this high quality historical place! Everyone was knowledgeable, helpful and kind! But… the shuttle service was an issue. Didn’t pick up where indicated near the 16-sided barn. Waited 30 minutes in the shade and had to call to get assistance. My mother is 89 so using the shuttle gave her access to all the exhibits. It was a hot humid day.
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Ami
Aug 30, 2025
First President Estate - Worth visiting the estate of GW and his family! The actual estate is under a major renovation. We took the abbreviated house tour (great views from the back of the Potomac River!) Lots to see on the extensive property including a working farm, live demonstrations and characters sharing perspectives from our Colonial Days. We spent about 3 and a half hours visiting everything on the property.
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Newyorknick
Jul 20, 2025
Beautiful place with lots of history, however, mansion currently is under renovation and most rooms are not accessible - Beautiful grounds, interesting history. However, most of the mansion is under renovation right now- I’d wait if possible until that’s finished. Still, museum and grounds are worth seeing. Onsite restaurant and snack area, helpful staff all around .
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Cramsey102007
Aug 12, 2025
Major Renovation Made Visit Disappointing - Beautiful grounds, fascinating museum but the home itself is under a major renovation and the tour left much to be desired. Wish we would have known sooner, website makes mention of of renovations. Only a few rooms available to see and not worth the money. I would highly recommend touring once all renovations are completed and perhaps lower the price of admission while work is going on.
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Y2993ecrachelm
Aug 23, 2025
Renovations spoiled visit. - House was closed for huge renovations. We saw only two rooms on the ground floor and both front/back facades were covered with screens and scaffolding. No reduction offered in cost. Grounds and outbuildings were accessible but not enough for the cost of the ticket. Very disappointed.
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