Mount Vernon Offers an Experience Unlike Any Other
In a single visit, you can tour the first president’s iconic Mansion, stroll through four historic gardens and a working farm, see heritage-breed sheep and oxen, and enjoy sweeping views of the Potomac River on a sightseeing cruise.
Include Mount Vernon in your group tour—and make it the most memorable part of your trip.
So Much More Than a Mansion
Explore the estate, on your own or as part of our tours, and experience what life was like for George Washington, his family, and the people who lived and worked at Mount Vernon.
See more than a dozen historic outbuildings, including the blacksmith shop, smokehouse, stable, and spinning house.
Visit the final resting place of George and Martha Washington. A brief wreath-laying ceremony is held daily at the tomb.
Experience the American Revolution as you walk through an 18th-century Continental Army encampment featuring soldiers' tents and an officer’s tent.
Stroll through four gardens, including a a formal garden created for the enjoyment of George Washington's guests.
The four-acre farm site explores George Washington’s role as a visionary farmer.
The Forest Trail meanders through a small woodland, giving visitors a feel for the natural setting of Mount Vernon when George Washington lived here.
Visit the Slave Memorial & African American Burial Ground to honor the community of the enslaved people who lived and worked at Mount Vernon. A brief wreath-laying ceremony is held daily.
View George Washington's sword, a bust said to be the most accurate likeness of George Washington, Washington's presidential chair, and more.
Find out how the 317 enslaved people at Mount Vernon formed families, created tight-knit communities, earned money, and acquired personal possessions.
George Washington's Mansion is ten times the size of the average home in colonial Virginia.
Entry to the Mansion is by guided tour only and requires a Mansion tour ticket.
Savor the flavors of early America. Open for lunch and dinner daily and brunch on the weekends. An admission ticket to the estate is not required to dine.
Shop historically-inspired products only available at Mount Vernon. An admission ticket to the estate is not required to shop.
Group Grounds Pass Rates
| Group Grounds Pass Rates | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adult Group Admission (20 or more): | $25/guest |
| Student Group Admission: | $15/guest |
| Chaperones (1 adult per 10 students): | $15/guest |
| Licensed Tour Operator (1 per bus): | Complimentary |
| Bus Driver (1 per bus): | Complimentary |
Included with Group Admission
- Mount Vernon audio tour
- 18th-century trades demonstrations (schedule varies)
- Patriots Path, a Revolutionary War encampment
- Guided tours of George Washington’s gristmill and distillery (available Apr.-Oct., Saturday - Sunday, advance registration required)
- Wreath-laying ceremony at George Washington’s tomb (limited availability; advance registration required)
- Wreath-laying at the Slave Memorial & African American Burial Ground (limited availability; advance registration required)
Your group can also raise the flag above Mount Vernon at the main gate as we open to the public (limited availability; advance registration required).
Customize Your Experience
Available for an additional fee:
- Guided tour of the Mansion (book in advance to guarantee availability)
- Guided tour with a character from the 18th century
- Private guided tour with one of our senior history interpreters, who will share insights and anecdotes from Mount Vernon’s history
- Interactive role-playing experience, The Situation Room: Washington’s Cabinet
- Sightseeing cruise on the Potomac River (available Apr.-Oct.)
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with George Washington
As the home of the man who led the Revolution and became America’s first president, there’s no place like Mount Vernon. This is the can’t-miss destination in 2026 for history lovers, families, students, and anyone looking for a one-of-a-kind experience.
Walk in Washington’s Footsteps on a New Mansion Tour
Take an updated Mansion tour that shares how Mount Vernon shaped Washington’s journey through the American Revolution to the presidency. Advance registration is recommended to reserve your desired tour time and a $2 reservation fee will apply. Without advance registration, tours are first come, first serve.
Visit Our New Exhibit—George Washington: A Revolutionary Life
Discover the new George Washington exhibit, available to groups starting in March and opening in June 2026. Included with admission.
Explore the Lives Bound Together: Slavery at Mount Vernon Exhibit
See the new slavery exhibit in the historic area, which opened in June 2025. Discover recently-excavated archaeological artifacts that highlight the humanity and work of the men, women, and children who were enslaved at Mount Vernon. Included with admission.
Learn About the Lives of Soldiers Up Close at the Revolutionary War Encampment
Walk through the Patriots Path, a Revolutionary War encampment. History comes alive as you step into the tents of soldiers who fought for the Continental Army. Included with admission.
Experience History with Our Immersive 4D Film
Watch a Revolutionary War 4D film with snow, fog, cannon shots, and other 4D effects. Included with admission.
Tips for Your Visit
Parking
Parking is free.
Designated free bus parking is available along Route 235 across from the Mount Vernon Post Office. Licensed tour operators and bus drivers receive free admission (limit one driver and one operator per bus).
Group Dining
Groups can dine on-site at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant or at our food court pavilion.
- Group breakfast, lunch buffets, and plated lunches are available at the restaurant.
- Food court options include breakfast buffets, meal passes, student lunches, and boxed lunches to-go.
Outside food and drink (except bottled water) are not permitted on the estate.
Bags
Bags must be 16x16x8" or smaller. All bags are subject to inspection.
