Mount Vernon, VA

Mount Vernon Estate

Built 1757Georgian

Behind the front door

A place in history.

Mount Vernon is the most popular historic estate in America. Located just 16 miles south of Washington, D.C. and 8 miles south of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, the plantation rests on the banks of the Potomac River.

Visitors are invited to tour the Mansion house and more than a dozen outbuildings including the slave quarters, kitchen, stables, and greenhouse. Stroll four different gardens, hike the Forest Trail, and explore the George Washington: Pioneer Farmer site, a four-acre working farm that includes a re-creation of Washington's 16-sided treading barn. George and Martha Washington rest in peace in the tomb where wreathlaying ceremonies are held daily, and the Slave Memorial and Burial Ground is nearby.

Listed in our directory as a National Register property.

Before you go

Plan your visit.

Hours of Operation
  

Mount Vernon is open seven days a week, every day of the year, including holidays and Christmas.

Mount Vernon welcomes visitors on the following schedule:

 
 
 

 

  • April through August, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • March, September, and October, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • November through February, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The Historic Area of Mount Vernon is cleared one-half hour after closing. The Donald W. Reynolds Museum & Education Center is cleared one hour after closing.2011 Admission Rates
Adults                       $15.00
Seniors ages 62+       $14.00 
Youth ages 6-11           $7.00 
Children under 6           FREE 
Discounted military tickets are available through ITT offices only.

 

 

Please note that visitors younger than 16 must be accompanied by someone 16 years or older.

Annual Pass (unlimited daytime admission for one year) 
Adults                           $25.00
Youth                            $10.00
Add a guidebook to an annual pass for just $5.00

Hours, admission prices, and visitor access can change. Confirm current details with the property before traveling.

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