Washington DC · MOUNT VERNON ESTATE TOURS
21 tours
Washington’s house still sits on its bluff above the Potomac with the view he chose, sixteen miles downriver from the city that took his name. These tours pair the mansion and grounds with Old Town Alexandria or a river cruise; below is what each includes, how long it runs and what a seat costs.
Half-day bus trip from DC to Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria with a guided mansion tour, estate time, and scenic stops.
“Great tour ! Loads of great info ! Our guides were very informative and friendly ! Would definitely recommend!”
5-hour Old Town Alexandria and Mount Vernon day trip from DC with air-conditioned ride, guided walks, and entry to Washington sites.
“Our guide, Christopher, was knowledgable, approachable and funny. Humour and History with this guide. Views at Mount Vernon indescribable - have to be seen, words not enough. Only word of warning …… use insect repellent, wish we had! Plenty of memories and insect bites.”
$28 Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds admission with a must-see museum, self-guided estate walks, Potomac views, plus weekend distillery access.
“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.”
Mount Vernon plus Old Town Alexandria day trip from DC. Guided history, air-conditioned ride, and timed access at George Washington's estate.
“Very patient guide (Christopher) who had a great sense of humor as well as an incredible knowledge of the history of both Alexandria and Mount Vernon.”
Half-day guided trip from Washington DC to Mount Vernon with transport, live commentary, and time for mansion, museum, grounds, plus a short Washington film.
“Lovely driver, great history and nice weather. We love it. The car was little old and the road little bumpy.”
DC at night by bus: lit monuments, photo stops, and real stories. Optional Mount Vernon upgrade for a full day value.
“Simon the tour guide was very unpleasant and it felt like we were burden to him. The monuments of course were beautiful”
Small-group cruise down the Potomac to Mount Vernon, with VIP boat seating, guided estate walks, boxed lunch, and a smooth return to DC.
“This was a great tour my 13 year old son loved it. We had 8 family members and 3 children 11-13 y/o.”
VIP small-group ferry to Mount Vernon plus a Potomac cruise, guided estate walk, and a lunch voucher for a half-day history reset.
“Learning things about Washington I didn't know. Our guide was awesome. The boat ride was great but the luch was just okay.”
Private 5 hour tour from DC to George Washington’s Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria, with live guide, mansion access, and luxury bus.
“Our guide, Edgar, was very informative, entertaining and helpful. We learned fascinating facts and stories about George Washington and his family, so much more than we would have gotten on our own.”
Private guided Mount Vernon tour from DC with a tailored hour, rare mansion access, gardens, optional farm visit, and museum time.
“Pay the extra money and take the private tour. It's so worth it. My daughter was able to lay a wreath at Washington's tomb, we didn't have to wait in line, we were able to go into the basement of the home, and we were able to see the top cuppola. Our guide was so passionate about the history and the man who was George Washington. I cannot say enough about this tour. It was amazing.”
Bike Old Town Alexandria to Mount Vernon, explore the estate at your own pace, and add an optional Miss Christin Potomac cruise back to DC.
“There are some hills the last mile. Loved the boat trip back.”
Pedal from Alexandria to Mt. Vernon on a wooded river trail, explore with an audio guide, then upgrade to a narrated Potomac boat ride.
“Picked up bikes in Alexandria. Easy metro ride on blue line from DC Picked up bikes then cycled s glorious 20 Mile through beautiful Virginia, along the Potomac river, to Mount Vernon. Bike man met us there to take our bikes back. Lunch at The Inn. Stroll around the house and gardens, then boat trip back Alexandria. Excellent day out”
Half-day coach tour from DC to Mount Vernon and Old Alexandria, with audio guide, tomb access, and key DC-area photo stops.
“Great bus ride knowledgeable driver. Worth booking the Alexandra add on. Even though Mt vetnon has contrition at this time you still see a lot with the guided tour”
Full-day Washington DC coach tour with Mount Vernon and Old Alexandria, fast monument stops, plus a 2-hour George Washington estate visit.
“Dr Z was very knowledgeable and took great care that our experience was special and that we were comfortable”
Small-group day tour from Capitol Hill to Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria, with guided time, included admission, and optional Memorial.
“We enjoyed the tour and the guide was very knowledgeable. We did not have enough time to see all of the Mt Vernon buildings I would have liked. The line to get into the main mansion was almost an hour.”
