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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The Washington Library is open to all researchers and scholars, by appointment only.
Travel down the Potomac River by boat to Mount Vernon.
Take a three-hour round-trip cruise to George Washington's estate (one-way cruises also available).
Listen to a narrated riverfront tour as you pass historic and modern landmarks, including the Washington Monument and U.S. Capitol.
Departs from Washington, D.C.
Includes general admission to Mount Vernon.
Throughout the 19th century, the Potomac River teemed with ships bringing both local residents and out-of-town visitors to George Washington’s historic estate.
In 1991, Queen Elizabeth II dedicated the newly restored Mount Vernon wharf.
Entry to the Mansion requires a tour time.
To reserve a Mansion tour, call (703) 780-2000 in advance of your visit. There is a $2 fee per tour.
You can also request a tour time at the ticket office after your arrival. However, there are a limited number of Mansion tours available, and tour tickets sell out early in the day.
Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
We had just the right amount of time to see everything.
A great day out and one to remember!
– TripAdvisor Review, July 2019
Take a three-hour round-trip cruise aboard the Spirit of Mount Vernon from Washington, D.C.
Depart from the SW Waterfront and listen to a narrated riverfront tour as you pass historic and modern landmarks, including Old Town Alexandria, Ronald Reagan airport, and Fort Washington.
Breakfast, lunch, and various treats and beverages are available while on board.
This tour includes general admission to Mount Vernon with a prearranged Mansion tour. One-way cruises are also available.
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Cruise down the Potomac from the Alexandria City Marina or National Harbor, MD, and take in spectacular views with onboard narration while on your way to Mount Vernon.
The three-hour round trip includes general admission to the estate, where you can spend four hours exploring the estate and enjoying a Mansion tour.
Learn More and Book a TourMount 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, upcoming events, and where to stay. You can also purchase merchandise featuring the official Virginia slogan, “Virginia is for Lovers.”
