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George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission

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Washington DC, USA
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30 to 240 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Visit George Washington's Mount Vernon and take a self-guided tour of the first American president’s historic estate.You can stroll through the 18th-century gardens and grounds; visit the Washington family tombs; meet heritage-breed animals; and interact with people from Washington's world.

What's Included

  • George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill (weekends, April-October)
  • Skip the Ticket Office line
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Mansion Tour
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George Washington's Mount Vernon
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, Virginia 22121, United States

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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.
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3 hours Admission Ticket 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.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the George Washington’s Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-9136MV

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344 reviews

Average 4.42 out of 5 stars based on 344 traveler reviews collected by Cool DC and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • George Washington's Distillery & Gristmill (weekends, April-October)
  • Skip the Ticket Office line
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Mansion Tour

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • The Grounds Pass does not include a Mansion Tour. Mansion Tours carry a separate charge of $2, if purchased in advance online.

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