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Old Town Alexandria & Mount Vernon Tour
4.6
288 Ratings
Washington
Explore the vibrant Old Town Alexandria and the iconic Mount Vernon on a private tour. Discover the history and beauty of these historic sites with a knowledgeable guide.
Explore the vibrant Old Town Alexandria and the iconic Mount Vernon on a private tour. Discover the history and beauty of these historic sites with a knowledgeable guide.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- George Washington’s Mount Vernon - Often considered the origin of the city, George Washington’s historic estate is situated only 13 miles from the heart of the capital. Be aware that the mansion is currently undergoing renovations, and some rooms will be inaccessible.
- Old Town - Guided tour. A brief drive leads you to the vibrant architecture…
- George Washington’s Mount Vernon - Often considered the origin of the city, George Washington’s historic estate is situated only 13 miles from the heart of the capital. Be aware that the mansion is currently undergoing renovations, and some rooms will be inaccessible.
- Old Town - Guided tour. A brief drive leads you to the vibrant architecture of Alexandria, where you can explore monuments significant to the former president, such as the Masonic Temple and Christ Church.
What's Included
- Entrance Tickets to Mount Vernon
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Live Tour Guide (in English)
- Entrance Tickets to Mount Vernon
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Live Tour Guide (in English)
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Mansion Is Under Renovations until 2026. Partial Access Only.
- Lunch
- Mansion Is Under Renovations until 2026. Partial Access Only.
Additional Information
Take a trip to the vibrant, history-rich Old Town Alexandria and the former residence of the iconic George Washington in this cannot-miss private tour of both!
Embark on an enchanting five-hour journey from the capital, walking the same paths George Washington once did. You’ll travel in a lavish, temperature-controlled automobile while your tour guide…
Take a trip to the vibrant, history-rich Old Town Alexandria and the former residence of the iconic George Washington in this cannot-miss private tour of both!
Embark on an enchanting five-hour journey from the capital, walking the same paths George Washington once did. You’ll travel in a lavish, temperature-controlled automobile while your tour guide elaborates on the importance of several highly notable city landmarks. A brief journey takes you to the brightly hued structures of Alexandria, inclusive of the Masonic Temple and Christ Church.
Location
701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
US Navy Memorial Plaza
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(288 Ratings)
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Dana_m
Apr 7, 2025
My parents did this tour... - My parents did this tour and loved it. They learned a lot at Mt Vernon and in Alexandria.Thank you!!
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Lazka_g
Mar 26, 2025
Worth going !!! - Amazing experience! Worth going even though is going through refurbishment of the property. Our tour guide Terry was incredible. Very knowledgable and patient. My kids (3 and 6) loved it. Its a trip worth doing if visiting Washington D.C. Stepping into so much history. Can't wait to go back!
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J_e
Mar 19, 2025
Elvis was very engaging... - Elvis was very engaging and full of historical knowledge. He really made the tour fun and entertaining. Thank you!
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Griselda_r
Mar 6, 2025
Terry was our guide and... - Terry was our guide and she was wonderful! Full of information to share and very patient with all of us.
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Yanjie_x
Jan 23, 2025
Wonderful Experience - It was incredible experience. Especially, our guide, Elvis is very knowledgeable on General Washington, capital and old town Alexandria, he share a lot of interesting thing with us which made my tour more memorable!
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Jamie_a
Apr 6, 2025
Lackluster - I would not recommend taking this tour on a Sunday or until 2026. While we stopped at the Church in Alexandria it was just a stop because there are active services on Sunday, no other stops in Alexandria - Alexandria is more of a drive through. Mt. Vernon is closed for remodeling and you can only view 2 rooms and the kitchen. We did not get to see the gardens, etc. even with the limited house tour the tour seemed rushed and unorganized. More focus on the “enslaved” people vs. George Washington and family. The guide mentioned several times that she hasn’t done this tour in a while so someone probably called out sick today. I do not feel that we got any benefit by being with a tour group. The free audio tour would have been sufficient vs the $300+ we paid for this lackluster experience.
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Nicole_r
Mar 23, 2025
Oldtown/Mt vernon - There was a funeral at Christ Church so we could not see it in Old Town, without it stopping there seemed like a waste of time. Mt Vernon was great but most of the mansion is closed until next year. This tour was expensive for what we got.
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T762dhloric
Mar 13, 2025
A good way to get to Mount Vernon - The tour was a good way to get to Mount Vernon from D.C. We spent 3 hours there (sufficient for a day with low crowds) and had a quick stop at Christ Church in Alexandria after a short drive around the charming city. The reason for the average rating was due to an average guide and the bus being run down - seats worn out, suspension system needing serious maintenance and poor microphone system.
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Graham_h
Mar 29, 2025
Disappointing - We were very disappointed with this and feel that there should be some sort of refund. Firstly the Viator info for this tour said that we would have 4 hours Mount Vernon and 1 hour around Old Town Alexandria. This is not correct - we stopped briefly on the way to Mount Vernon to see a church in Alexandria and that was our only time there. We mentioned this to the guide at the sgtart and she said that we could get off the bus and get a refund, but we wanted to see Mount Vernon. We then got to Mount Vernon to find that 75% of the house is under reconstruction or being refurbished so you don't have access to it. There was a note on the website saying 'some areas were not accessible' but we were not expecting 75%! We only got to see one room in the house. This should be made much clearer if you are going to ask for that much money. We definately feel there should be some kind of refund. Would welcome your thoughts on this?
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Kayeteekaye
Apr 2, 2025
Beware! Under MAJOR construction - The house is under major renovation in 2025, to be completed by 2026.
The house tour consists of two rooms, one of which is is stripped down to the floor joists and the group touring is crammed into a small space at the edge of the wall.
The exterior, including the porch overlooking the Potomac, is also under construction.
The website should advise of this and it does not.
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