Mount Vernon Bus and Walking Tour

4.5
(32 reviews)

4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join us for a historic visit to the Mt Vernon Estate: The home of famous American President George Washington.

Explore for yourself the very home where George Washington was raised, Lived, and passed.

Tour the plantation and plateau of Mt Vernon. View the Tombs of George and Martha Washington.

Slave Quarters and Memorial:
To provide a more holistic view of history, the Mount Vernon Estate includes a sobering yet essential component – the Slave Quarters. These preserved structures shed light on the lives of the enslaved individuals who played a pivotal role in the functioning of the estate. The memorial dedicated to those who lived and worked at Mount Vernon serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often painful aspects of America's past.

On your return from Mt Vernon, Tour Old Town Alexandria. The neighborhood is known for its well-preserved architecture, cobblestone streets, and charming boutiques and restaurants.

What's Included

Tour Guide and Live Narration
Great photo opportunities throughout Mt Vernon and Old Town Virginia
Complimentary Bottled Water
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
400 New Jersey Ave NW

Our meeting point is located at the Hyatt Regency On Capitol Hill. Please arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to tour start. The address is: 400 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Guests will receive a tour from our driving tour guide on the drive into Mount Vernon. On arrival to MT Vernon, they will receive a ticket for entry into the MT Vernon Estate included with the tour and a government issued tour guide to guide you through George Washington's mansion.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Explore the exterior of the Mount Vernon Estate in a self-guided format.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    View the Plateu of Mt Vernon.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    View the Tombs George and Martha Washington.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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