George Washington's Mount Vernon & Old Alexandria Half-Day Guided Tour from DC

Enjoy a trip to George Washington's Mount Vernon & Old Alexandria on this Guided Half-Day Tour from Washington DC. Pass through scenic George Washington Memorial Parkway in Alexandria and see many monuments including Christ Church, the George Washington Masonic Temple, and Robert E Lee's childhood home. Once you arrive to Mount Vernon, enjoy a self-guided audio tour through the estate and museum and explore the buildings located throughout the grounds. You'll have the opportunity to visit the tomb of George and Martha Washington and more within the most famous estate in the United States of America. Highlights: • Half-Day George Washington's Mount Vernon & Old Alexandria Guided Tour • Admission into George Washington's Mount Vernon • Self-Guided Audio Tour of Mount Vernon Estate and Museum • Access to George and Martha Washington's Tomb • Drive through George Washington Memorial Parkway in Old Alexandria • Pass by home of Robert E Lee, Christ Church, George Washington Masonic Temple

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Location: Washington DC

What's Included

Pass by home of Robert E Lee, Christ Church, George Washington Masonic Temple, Lyceum Museum & more
All fees & taxes included
Drive through George Washington Memorial Parkway in Old Alexandria
Access to George and Martha Washington's Tomb
Admission into Mount Vernon, the famous historical estate of George Washington
Half-Day George Washington's Mount Vernon & Old Alexandria Guided Tour from DC
Self-Guided Audio Tour of Mount Vernon Estate and Museum
Includes Entry Fees to the estate and a reserved mansion tour time.
Multi-Lingual Audio Guided Tours of Mount Vernon Estate in English, Spanish, French, and Chinese

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: What's the best time of year to go on this tour? Is it affected by weather?

A: Spring and fall are amazing for this tour! The weather is usually mild, which makes walking around Mount Vernon and Old Alexandria enjoyable. Just check the forecast since rain can impact the outside areas, but they do provide some shelter. Summer can be hot, so bring water and sunscreen if you go then.

Q: Can I bring my kids along? What's the age limit for this tour?

A: Yes! This tour is great for kids, and there’s no specific age limit. Just make sure they can handle some walking. The grounds at Mount Vernon are pretty large, so a stroller might be helpful for younger kids. My 8-year-old loved the audio tour!

Q: How do I get to the tour starting point? Is parking available?

A: The meeting point is usually close to major attractions in DC, like the National Mall. You can park nearby, but it’s limited and can fill up fast. I recommend using public transport or ridesharing if you can. Plus, it’s less stressful!

Discussions

Just did the Mount Vernon tour – so worth it!

I took the half-day guided tour last weekend, and wow, it was amazing! The drive through George Washington Memorial Parkway was super scenic. Once we got to Mount Vernon, the audio tour was really informative. I loved visiting George and Martha’s tomb. It felt like stepping back in time. Highly recommend this as a gift for history buffs!

Thinking of gifting this tour – any tips?

I want to give this tour as a gift for my friend who loves history. Anyone who’s done it have any advice? Like, how early should they book? And is it better to go on a weekday?