George Washington's Mount Vernon Half-Day Tour from Washington DC

Washington DC, USA

Mount Vernon Day Tour from Washington DC

5 hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Visit George Washington’s historic home and estate with a 6-hour tour of Mount Vernon from Washington, D.C. Get a glimpse of the President’s life and work as you explore an elegant mansion furnished with period antiques and Washington’s personal belongings. Browse education exhibits at the onsite museum, and visit the tomb where George and Martha Washington were buried. Learn about the legacy of slavery at Mount Vernon in the slaves’ quarters, then tour the beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds before returning to D.C.

Guided tour of Mount Vernon from D.C.
Explore the mansion, museum, and grounds
Step back in time with a history tour
Learn about George Washington's life and presidency

What's Included

Live commentary on board from a professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned coach/minivan

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
DVD (available to purchase)
Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

400 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
The sidewalk of Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

George Washington's Mount Vernon

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

George Washington's Mount Vernon

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark

Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Near public transportation
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Reviews

4.0

142 reviews

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It was excellent. The...

Jacqueline_D, Apr 2024

It was excellent. The tour guide was most informative and his recommendations about how to navigate Mt Vernon were most helpful. The motor coach was clean and very comfortable. The driver was a very safe and considerate driver.

Response from Host, May 2024

Thanks for your review.

Trip to mt Vernon!

Gina_M, Apr 2024

While the tour guide was knowledgeable, his driving was horrible. The van needed shocks or something, we literally were thrown out of our seats. He also bought the tickets late and we were rushed in seeing Washingtons home! Not a good experience!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

We shall look into the issue and make necessary changes accordingly.Tickets are bought 24 hours in advance and we don’t control how long you’re allowed in the Mansion.Thanks for your business.

Mt Vernon from Washington DC

Roy_V, Apr 2024

Nice day to travel outside DC. Robert was a good driver/guide. The day was interesting and not rushed. A good tour for families because of the open spaces and pretty grounds.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

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Beautiful day, everyone...

Lisa_Z, Apr 2024

Beautiful day, everyone was interesting. The tour guide knew a lot about everything we saw along the way.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

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Wharf was amazing...

Terry_R, Apr 2024

Wharf was amazing Seeing the animals fun Groups touring the house too big Hard with so much reconstruction going on

Response from Host, Apr 2024

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Great tour. beautiful view

Deborah_S, Apr 2024

Mr Vernon was really cool as well as the drive through Old Town Alexandria. Could have used more time then the 2:00 pm tour allowed but we had morning meetings.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

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Great trip

deborah_d, Apr 2024

Guide was informative and fun but was wrong about slaves they didn’t like Martha was afraid and did don’t all get freed see pamphlets from museum

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for your support and pointers.

Fun day at Mt. Vernon

Jerrold_D, Apr 2024

Robert was a great tour guide/driver, with a wealth of information. Mt. Vernon is a beautiful place to visit and learn about the first president.

The guide we had on the...

Aoife_H, Mar 2024

The guide we had on the day was amazing, he has a lot of knowledge of the history and shared it with us on the way there and back from Mount vernon. Mount Vernon did not disappoint!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

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Rainy Day at Mt. Vernon

Eric_L, Mar 2024

It was raining, which made it hard to see some sites out of the tour bus, but Mt. Vernon was still educational. The 4D George Washington experience is a must see

Response from Host, Mar 2024

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Mount Vernon experience

Carol_P, Mar 2024

It was very exciting seeing the entire site. The entire family ranging from 10-72 had a great time. Our bus driver to and from DC was very informative and entertaining.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thanks so much for your business.

Easy, gets a A

Molly_O, Feb 2024

Robert was an excellent guide. Very easy to book, met at a local hotel, perfect amount of time. A lovely day … would book again!

Response from Host, Feb 2024

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The guide was great. He...

Rupert_C, Dec 2023

The guide was great. He filled the drive time there and back by giving us an awesome U.S. history lesson.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

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Great Tour of Mount Vernon

Brian_S, Dec 2023

Robert our tour guide was excellent. He was personable and informative. He made our trip to Mount Vernon most enjoyable.

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Thanks for your review.

Worth the trip.

Robert_R, Nov 2023

Great experience. Beautiful grounds, and informate docents. Our dricer, Robert, was very good and pionted out all sites and history.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

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Mount Vernon

Kristen_D, Nov 2023

Our tour guide was knowledgeable and very nice! We enjoyed our trip to Mount Vernon! I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

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Mount Vernon

Stephanie_J, Nov 2023

Walking the grounds. We really enjoyed the gardens and the family stories. The tour of the house could be skipped they rush you through and groups are so large that you can’t see anything.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

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Make sure You Go

Courtney_O, Oct 2023

We truly enjoyed the drive by small bus to Mount Vernon. The driver gave us great insight to the area and pointed out many land marks. We went on a beautiful Monday and it was relatively quiet at the plantation. So glad we got to see the beautiful mansion and the grounds. It’s worth going!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

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Awesome!

Kimberly_T, Oct 2023

We had a great time at Mt. Vernon. Since it’s not a fully guided tour, I think it could have been a little cheaper. However, our driver, Co K, was very entertaining … a great driver, very friendly, and explained a lot on the way there. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

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Uncertain about value of Viator

Donald_M, Oct 2023

Tour operator did well; uncertain about value Viator brought. You inserted your page on Google but little follow-thru. Bus ran late but you gave NO way to contact you or the operator. You offered a chat box but no phone numbers.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

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