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Mount Vernon

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The Estate

George Washington

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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.

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.

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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Face Coverings

Face coverings are not required for any fully vaccinated person. This includes both visitors and staff.

Those who are not vaccinated are required to wear face coverings indoors and when social distancing is not possible outdoors.

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
museum

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Mansion Tour

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

Tours are currently of the Mansion's first floor only and require a timed tour ticket.

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Capacity is limited to allow for social distancing. 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.

Members must also reserve a tour time in advance.

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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 or From Mount Vernon

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

If you're arriving by another method of transportation but would like to bike back to Alexandria, bike rentals are available on the estate.

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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.

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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.”