Mount Vernon Official Visitation Guide
From the historic mansion and gardens to the state-of-the-art museum and interactive movie theaters, there's so much to see!
Open 365 days a year, Mount Vernon is located just 15 miles south of Washington DC.
From the mansion to lush gardens and grounds, intriguing museum galleries, immersive programs, and the distillery and gristmill. Spend the day with us!
Discover what made Washington "first in war, first in peace and first in the hearts of his countrymen".
The Mount Vernon Ladies Association has been maintaining the Mount Vernon Estate since they acquired it from the Washington family in 1858.
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Visit the historic home of America's first president, George Washington, just a short drive from Washington, DC.
General admission includes one-day admittance to the Mount Vernon Estate and from April-October George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill. While we recommend at least three hours for your visit, shorter visits are also possible. View our sample time-based itineraries.
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Sample ItinerariesMount Vernon is easily accessible by car from Alexandria, Virginia and Washington, DC. Parking is free. You can also reach us by public transportation or via boat cruise, bike (bike rentals are available), and tour bus.
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
From touring the Mansion to exploring our Museum & Education Center, there's something to do for everyone at Mount Vernon.
Things to DoEnjoy classic American favorites in a colonial-inspired setting at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant or quick meals and snacks to go at the Food Court.
Where to EatFrom the historic mansion and gardens to the state-of-the-art museum and interactive movie theaters, there's so much to see!
Mount Vernon by Candlelight
Dec14Brunch with Santa at the Mount Vernon Inn
Dec15Holiday Topiaries Workshop
Dec20–21Christmas Illuminations at Mount Vernon
Dec22Mount Vernon by Candlelight
Jan7Lunch and Fellowship with Alexi Garrett
Tea with Martha Washington
Jan28NSO at Mount Vernon
Feb15Tea with Martha Washington
Feb17Washington's Birthday Celebration
Feb22George Washington's 288th Birthday
Feb25NSO at Mount Vernon
Mar7Tea with Martha Washington
Mar31NSO at Mount Vernon
May2–3Revolutionary War Weekend
May15–17Spring Wine Festival & Sunset Tour
Jun2Martha Washington's Birthday Celebration
Mansion Tours will not be offered from January 27 – February 9, while important preservation work is performed. Guests may still visit our historic grounds, outbuildings, Washington’s Tomb, museum, and education center with a 25% discount on admission.
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