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Mount Vernon

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The Estate

George Washington

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Education

Washington Library

Plan Your Visit to Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon is the historic home of America's first president, George Washington, just a short drive from Washington, DC and Alexandria, VA.

Adults (12+)
$28

Youth (6-11)
$15

Children (0-5)
FREE

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Save $2 on admission tickets when you purchase 3 days in advance.

Discounts are available for military members, first responders, and medical professionals.

General admission includes one-day admittance to the Mount Vernon estate and an audio tour. While we recommend at least three hours for your visit, shorter visits are also possible.

Children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Today's Hours

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Open Daily

Open 365 Days a Year

Located At

3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, Virginia 22121

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Admission

There’s so much to see and do at George Washington’s estate that you can spend a whole day here. Your grounds pass provides access to:

the historic area
outbuildings
gardens
tomb
farm
trails
exhibits in the Education Center
the museum exhibit Mount Vernon: An American Icon
Distillery & Gristmill (April - October, Saturday & Sunday)

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Face Coverings

Face coverings are not required for visitation. Guests are welcome to wear masks based on their personal comfort.

Mansion Tour

Step into the home that George Washington shared with his wife, Martha.

Tours currently require a timed tour ticket.

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Capacity is limited. For guaranteed entry, we recommend that you purchase your admission tickets in advance online.

Same-day tickets at the gate are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are likely to sell out early, especially on weekends.

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East Front Preservation

The East Front, the side of the Mansion facing the Potomac River, will be covered in scaffolding from March 21, 2022 through April 2023.

Scaffolding is on the East Front only; the West Front of the Mansion remains uncovered.

Visitors to Mount Vernon will see a rare sight: the original siding boards of the Mansion in their unpainted form, just as they were when the Mansion was constructed.

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Directions

Mount Vernon is easily accessible by car, and parking is free.

You can also reach us by public transportation, via boat cruise, or bike (bike rentals are available).

Our Street Address

3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, VA 22121

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Bike to Mount Vernon

Bike from Alexandria, VA to Mount Vernon. Bike rentals are available from our partners in Alexandria.

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Where to Eat

Enjoy classic American favorites in a colonial-inspired setting at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, or grab a quick meal at the Food Court.

Dining options

To better prepare you for your visit we have created the following video that outlines some of our new procedures.

Mount Vernon Official Visitation Guide

See what awaits you at George Washington's estate.

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"We loved our day at Mount Vernon! It was the highlight of our DC trip. The whole family said this was their favorite place we visited." - TripAdvisor Review

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Mount Vernon is located in northern Virginia, just a short drive from Washington, D.C.

For more information about things to do in Virginia, visit Virginia.org, the official tourism website for the state of Virginia. You’ll find an overview of each region in Virginia, as well as information about cultural attractions, museums, upcoming events, and where to stay. You can also purchase merchandise featuring the official Virginia slogan, “Virginia is for Lovers.”