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George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission

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Mount Vernon, US

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Experience the historic estate of George Washington with a visit to Mount Vernon. Explore the beautiful 18th-century gardens, wander through the grounds where the Washington family is laid to rest, and interact with people from Washington's world. Discover the interactive museum and education center, where you can learn more about the life and legacy of the first American president. If you're interested in touring the Mansion, be sure to grab your free tickets early as they tend to sell out quickly. Don't miss the opportunity to see the re-creation of George Washington's gristmill and distillery, where his rye whiskey is still produced today. Immerse yourself in history and discover the fascinating world of George Washington at Mount Vernon.

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Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
30 minutes - 4 hours
Suitable for 1-15 Participants
Self Guided Experience

Highlights

Explore George Washington's historic estate
Stroll through 18th-century gardens and grounds
Visit the Washington family tombs
Interact with people from Washington's world
Tour the fully functioning distillery for George Washington's rye whiskey

Included

George washington's distillery & gristmill (weekends, april-october)
Skip the ticket office line

Not included

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Mansion tour

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Introduction

Experience the rich history of the United States with a visit to George Washington's Mount Vernon. This captivating tour allows you to step back in time and explore the estate of the first American president. Stroll through the stunning 18th-century gardens, visit the Washington family tombs, and interact with costumed interpreters who will bring Washington's world to life. With its interactive museum and education center, Mount Vernon offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and legacy of George Washington.

What to expect?

During your visit to George Washington's Mount Vernon, you can expect to immerse yourself in the history and beauty of this iconic estate. Spend anywhere from 30 minutes to 4 hours exploring the grounds, depending on your interests. Start your journey at the meeting point, where you'll make your way to the main attraction - George Washington's Mount Vernon. Explore the mansion, gardens, and pay respects at the Washington family tombs. Don't miss the opportunity to take a self-guided tour of the Mansion, where you can learn more about the life of George Washington.

Who is this for?

This tour is a must-visit for history enthusiasts, American patriots, and anyone interested in learning about the founding of the United States. It is ideal for families, couples, and solo travelers alike. George Washington's Mount Vernon provides an engaging and educational experience suitable for all ages. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking for a unique day trip from Washington D.C., this tour is a perfect fit for anyone seeking to delve into America's past.

Why book this?

Booking this tour grants you exclusive access to one of the most significant historical sites in the United States. By exploring George Washington's Mount Vernon, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the man who played a crucial role in shaping the nation. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking gardens, witness the legacy of the Washington family, and learn about the daily life of George Washington through the interactive displays and educational exhibits. This experience offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and connect with the rich heritage of America.

Good to know

When visiting George Washington's Mount Vernon, plan for a minimum of 30 minutes to fully appreciate the estate. However, with the range of activities and sites available, it's recommended to allocate 3-4 hours for your visit. Mansion tour tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure to secure your spot early if you're interested in the guided tour. Additionally, don't miss the chance to see the fully functioning distillery and gristmill, where George Washington's rye whiskey is still produced today. Prepare to be enthralled by the immersive experience awaiting you at this historic landmark.

Reviews

Visitors to George Washington's Mount Vernon have consistently praised the tour for its immersive and educational qualities. Many have expressed how the experience provided them with a newfound appreciation for the history of the United States and the contributions of George Washington. The gardens and grounds, along with the engaging interpreters, were frequently highlighted as standout features. Visitors have described the tour as insightful and well worth the visit, often recommending it to others as a must-see destination. Don't miss the opportunity to embark on this enlightening journey through American history.

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George Washington's Mount Vernon

George Washington's estate, gardens, and the tomb where George and Martha Washington are buried. The site also includes an interactive museum and education center. If you would like to tour the Mansion, free Mansion tour tickets are available at the ticket office on a first-come, first-served basis. Mansion tours are likely to sell out early, especially on weekends.

Admission Included

George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill

A re-creation of George Washington's gristmill, featuring the patented Oliver Evans milling system, and his fully functioning distillery, where George Washington's rye whiskey is still produced today according to his original mash bill.

Admission Not Included

Additional information

Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
The grounds pass does not include a Mansion tour. If you would like to tour the Mansion, free Mansion tour tickets are available at the ticket window on a first-come, first-served basis. Mansion tours are likely to sell out early, especially on weekends.

Reviews

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4.5 (288)

drwatson32

I enjoyed seeing the house and grounds. This place was really busy with tourists. The guides do a good job describing the various rooms and areas within the home. The people dressed in costume on the grounds and farm area knew their lines, but weren't as engaging or helpful with whatever they were supposed to be teaching or sharing.

MontereyGirl47

We made our reservations several months before our actual travel date. It was only when attempting to make reservations at the Mount Vernon Inn for lunch that afternoon did we find out there was a big event planned for the same date as our visit. Happily there was absolutely no problem changing from Sunday to Saturday for our visit and mansion tour, plus we were able to have lunch at the Inn. Unfortunately our "talk" about George Washington was cancelled and there were several tents set up for an evening event that definitely blocked the beautiful views from the back porch of the mansion. AND, as with so many historical buildings half the mansion and much of the front was blocked off for renovation. Having said that, this was our third visit to Mount Vernon and definitely worth our time. Our travel partners had never been there before and were VERY impressed with the entire estate and the tour. HINT: Be sure to take time to visit the museum. It is full of artifacts from Washington's day, plus information about the women who got together to save Mount Vernon from dereliction. We took UBER from our hotel in downtown DC which was $45.00 each way. Traffic was crazy on the way back to our hotel and we were all very glad not to be driving . Added bonus of seeing the gorgeous views from the G W Parkway.

R5848DBcatherinep

The grounds are gorgeous, but the tour prices are over priced and the website is outdated and has misleading information, which made our visit unpleasant. First, it leads you to believe that you make a "reservation" to tour the mansion if you reserve up front. This is not the case, they don't stop selling tickets after the time slot is full. Instead, they over sell the time slot and you need to wait like cattle for 30-45 minutes once your time slot arrives. Because of this, we were unable to wait for the tour. If you are offering reservations, actually save slots so you can enter at the time reserved! Second, the website says that there are shuttles to the distillery. Because of this (we didn't have a car), we purchased tickets to the whiskey tasting at the distillery, which is 3 miles away. When I asked about the shuttle, I was rudely told that that "hasn't happened since pre-covid", like I was supposed to know that. There were even signs every where at the distillery for shuttle drop off. We had to take an Uber. We then did the whiskey tasting, which was an outragous $60 per person for 4 tiny samples. This would have been fine, but it was literally a tiny tent with zero effort - it was a set up that most farmer's markets offer for free. This place has a "for profit" feel. I am from the northeast, where we have tons of revolutionary war history and it is reasonable prices with a much less "price gouge like" feel. Do better Mount Vernon!

Kristi_D

Grounds are beautiful. Employees we encountered were not enthusiastic about their jobs, with the exception of the lady at the front gate she was very welcoming. We expected to hear about Washington’s legacy and the sacrifices he made to form this country and the important meetings he had at Mount Vernon, instead all we heard was how poorly he treated the people he enslaved. Very disappointed with the lack of respect shown to our founding father.

BateyBoy

Everything was very well organised - it's a beautiful location. The grounds were very well-maintained with good signage and a lot to see. The staff were all friendly and professional, and the mansion tour was excellent. Allow at least 2.5 hours to see everything.

Kayleen_L

Sham. This experience was $28, but doesn’t get you into the house. That’s extra, we went there and for the same price we got the tickets and were able to go into the house.

pelsene

The estate was Beautifully preserved with a large amount of information. We enjoyed our mansion tour and walking through the grounds to see all of the sites

Sharon_T

The mansion is gorgeous with an amazing view of the Potomac. The guide at the entrance of the mansion was informative and able to answer all my questions.

John_B

Excellent! Highly recommended by me, we spent almost the entire day between the guided and self-guided tours. The re-enactors were very good. The available lunch in the restaurant (not the food court) was also very tasty and reasonably priced. All in all, well worth the visit. We also did the included distillery tour, which was short and about 3 miles from the estate. We still didn’t see everything. Excellent!

Heather_B

Came to visit George Washington’s home with grandma and grandkids. What a great experience to share with both generations. Love the views of the Patomic, but then again, so did Washington.

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2024-07-02 15:54