Tour the estate that George Washington, America's first president, called home. The Mount Vernon grounds pass provides access to the 18th-century grounds and Mount Vernon's museum exhibits.
On the guided National Treasure tour, discover Mount Vernon's role in the blockbuster film. Learn how Mount Vernon made a nightly transformation from stately 18th-century home to Hollywood film set over the course of two weeks in April 2007.
Grounds Pass & National Treasure Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
- Historic outbuildings
- Museum exhibits
- Working farm
- George Washington's final resting place
- Slave memorial
- National Treasure Tour
Description
Take a self-guided tour of the first American president’s historic estate. 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. See original objects in the museum galleries, including George Washington's sword.
Take the National Treasure tour to go behind-the-scenes of the blockbuster movie. Hear stories about the movie's filming and discover how filming locations were used during Washington's time.
Included / Excluded
- Access to the historic area, gardens, tomb, farm, trails and museum
- Audio tour
- National Treasure tour
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Access to the Mansion
Important Information
Know Before You Go
- Bring comfortable shoes, as there are dirt paths and some uneven walkways.
- The entrance is a five to eight-minute walk from the parking lot, depending on which parking lot you park in. Visitors with mobility issues may be dropped off in the traffic circle.
- Standard, non-motorized wheelchairs and wheeled walkers are available free of charge inside the Ford Orientation Center on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Outside food and drink other than bottled water are prohibited.
- Leashed dogs are allowed on the property, but they cannot enter the Mansion.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
About operator:
Mount Vernon is the historic home of America's first president, George Washington, just a short drive from Washington, D.C. and Alexandria, VA.
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- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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