
Parking & Directions
Get directions to Mount Vernon and learn about parking and transportation options.
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.
Here are some tips and information for those wishing to visit us on one of our special event days where heavy crowds are expected: President's Day, Revolutionary War Weekend, and the 4th of July.
NOTE: Overflow parking is available only on President's Day, Revolutionary War Weekend, and July 4th.
Mount Vernon High School
8515 Old Mount Vernon Road
Alexandria, VA 22309
Directions to Mount Vernon High School 22309
For information on regular on-site parking, please see our Hours & Directions page.