Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC
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.
Options
11am Mt. Vernon Tour
What's included in Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Boyhood Home of Robert E. LeePass-by Only
Pass by the childhood home of Robert E. Lee.
Lee-Fendall HousePass-by Only
Drive by the Lee-Fendall House in Old Alexandria.
George Washington's Mount Vernon
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.
Inclusions
- Includes Entry fees to the estate and reserved mansion time
- Drive through Old Alexandria on the way to Mt. Vernon and pass by sites like home of Robert E. Lee
- Half-Day trip to George Washington's Mount Vernon from Washington DC
- Introductory video upon arrival to Mount Vernon
- Free time to explore the rest of the estate on own at your leisure
- Tour of George Washington's Mansion
- Licensed Tour Guide
- Lunch (food court available at Mount Vernon)
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- 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.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
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
