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Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC

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Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC

About this activity

Learn about the life of George Washington, first president of the United States, on this guided tour of Mount Vernon, Washington’s home of more than 40 years. On your visit to this famous historical site, explore the mansion, gardens, farms and other buildings that show what colonial life was like on the grand estate. The tour includes a bus trip through Old Town Alexandria to see several key historical attractions including places that George Washington visited in his day.

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At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 25 people
People per booking
1–25
Guide
English
Operated by
City Tours by LOBA

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Includes Entry fees to the estate and reserved mansion time
  • Included: Drive through Old Alexandria on the way to Mt. Vernon and pass by sites like home of Robert E. Lee
  • Included: Half-Day trip to George Washington's Mount Vernon from Washington DC
  • Included: Introductory video upon arrival to Mount Vernon
  • Included: Free time to explore the rest of the estate on own at your leisure
  • Included: Tour of George Washington's Mansion
  • Included: Licensed Tour Guide

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch (food court available at Mount Vernon)
  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Itinerary

  1. Boyhood Home of Robert E. Lee

    Passing by

    Pass by the childhood home of Robert E. Lee.

  2. Lee-Fendall House

    Passing by

    Drive by the Lee-Fendall House in Old Alexandria.

  3. George Washington's Mount Vernon

    3 hours Admission included

    Upon arrival, watch a brief introduction video. Them take a tour of George Washington's Mansion. After your tour, you'll have free time to explore the rest of the estate at your leisure before returning back to DC.

    Food Court and Gift Shop available at this location.

  4. Historic Christ Episcopal Church

    Passing by

    Pass by Alexandria's Christ Church

  5. Old Town Alexandria Waterfront

    Passing by

    Pass by Old Town Waterfront in Alexandria

  6. Stop 6

    Passing by

    Smallest TOWN HOUSE in Old Town

  7. Stop 7

    Passing by

    A drive on the parkway all the way to the Mansion

  8. Stop 8

    Passing by

    George washington's Town House

  9. Stop 9

    Passing by

    GORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC TEMPLE

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet your tour guide at the Hyatt Regency Hotel (close to Union Station Metro).

    Address: 400 New Jersey Ave. NW Washington DC 20001

    Please plan to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to tour start time.

End point

  • Meet your tour guide at the Hyatt Regency Hotel (close to Union Station Metro).

    Address: 400 New Jersey Ave. NW Washington DC 20001

    Please plan to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to tour start time.

Using your ticket

DAY OF TRAVEL

Meet your tour guide at the Hyatt Regency Hotel (close to Union Station Metro).

Address: 400 New Jersey Ave. NW Washington DC 20001

Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to tour start time.

Tours operated by City Tours by Loba

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Tours depart from 400 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20001, USA. Tour operator details provided on your ticket after purchase.

  • Accessibility: our vehicles are unable to accommodate wheelchairs unless the passenger is able to stand and board the bus

Options

  • 11am Mt. Vernon Tour

  • Upgrade: Mt. Vernon+Night Tour

    Duration: 8 hours

    UPGRADE: Upgrade to include a Night-Time DC City Tour after your visit to Mount Vernon.

Traveller ratings

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