Private Tour: George Washington's Mount Vernon

1 Hour

Mobile Ticket

Hotel Pickup Offered

English

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Overview

Travel to Mount Vernon, George Washington's popular plantation home in Virginia and one of the nation's most beloved historic sites for this private, guided, 1-hour tour. Learn about his life as a founding father and first president of the United States. Explore his home of more than 40 years, including the 21-room mansion, the Colonial-era buildings, the beautiful gardens, a working distillery and gristmill and the museum and education center. Then take part in a special wreath laying at Washington's tomb, if desired, to complete this memorable tour. Flat rate applies for groups of 1 - 10 travelers.

1-hour private tour of George Washington's Mount Vernon
Explore the immaculate garden and grounds with a knowledgeable private guide
Gain exclusive access to parts of the mansion generally off-limits to visitors
Take part in a special wreath laying at Washington's tomb
Hear informative commentary about the historical sites
Flat rate for 1 - 10 travelers

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Travel approximately 30 minutes from Washington, DC to Mount Vernon, George Washington's beloved plantation home in Virginia. Upon arrival, meet the guide at the Ford Orientation Center. This private tour can be customized to meet specific interests right from the outset. Begin with either a special short film that offers an overview of the important events in George Washington's life or enjoy a narrated history from the tour guide while roaming through the garden and grounds of the estate. Then explore the 21-room mansion, getting an insider's look at some of the places that are rarely seen on typical tours here.Learn about the 18th-century, English-style garden, where Washington the landscaper reshaped walks, roads and lawns, cut vistas through the forest and planted hundreds of native trees and shrubs. Optionally, visit the 4-acre Pioneer Farm on the banks of the Potomac near the wharf. This is where Washington tested and implemented his progressive farming practices. Also, learn about the lives of some 100 field slaves who put his ideas into practice here.See where Washington built a merchant gristmill, capable of producing up to 8,000 pounds of flour and cornmeal a day. And the distillery where he successfully entered the whisky business - so successful that during the year of his death, the distillery produced nearly 11,000 gallons, making it the largest whiskey distillery in America at the time.At the end of the tour, take part in a special wreath laying at Washington's tomb, if desired, then visit the Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center for a self-guided tour. This building features 23 galleries and theaters where visitors learn about Washington through interactive displays, an action adventure movie, short films produced by the History Channel and more. Food is available on site (own expense). Enjoy classic American favorites in a Colonial-inspired setting at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant or grab a quick meal or snack at the Mount Vernon Food Court.

Private Tour: George Washington's Mount Vernon

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