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.
Need primary and secondary sources, videos, or interactives? Explore our Education Pages!
The Washington Library is open to all researchers and scholars, by appointment only.
If it's your first visit to Mount Vernon, these are the can't-miss sites and activities. We recommend allowing 3 hours or more for your visit.
Tour the Mansion that George Washington shared with his wife, Martha. We recommend reserving your Mansion tour in advance online, as capacity is limited.
Due to ongoing preservation work, the Mansion's New Room is not on display.
In August 2024, the New Room, Servants’ Hall, and Kitchen will be open. All other rooms in the Mansion will be off-view.
Observe a moment of silence at the site where George and Martha Washington are buried.
A brief wreath-laying ceremony takes place daily.
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Walk the grounds to visit George Washington's four gardens and more than a dozen historic outbuildings.
An audio tour that covers more than 29 stops on the estate is included with the cost of admission.
Audio Tours
During this one-hour tour, listen to the stories of the enslaved people who built and operated Mount Vernon.
This tour is included with admission. You can also take a self-guided tour using the printed guides in the Ford Orientation Center.
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This fast-paced 4D film traces General Washington's important military victories during the American Revolution as cannons fire and snow falls.
Included with admission.
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Visit our museum exhibit, Mount Vernon: The Story of an American Icon, to discover the history of Mount Vernon and its landscape. There, you can see the original bust of Washington, created from a life mask in 1785.
The museum is included with admission.
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Taste our signature dishes, such as skillet cornbread, at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant.
The restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Brunch is served on weekends. Reservations are recommended.
Indoor dining and takeout is available.
Learn MoreMount 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.”
