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Old Town Alexandria & Mount Vernon Tour
4.6
342 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
Explore the vibrant and historic Old Town Alexandria along with the former residence of George Washington on this must-see private tour!
Experience the path of Washington on this remarkable five-hour journey from the capital. Guests will be collected in a luxurious, climate-controlled vehicle as the guide shares insights about the city’s iconic…
Explore the vibrant and historic Old Town Alexandria along with the former residence of George Washington on this must-see private tour!
Experience the path of Washington on this remarkable five-hour journey from the capital. Guests will be collected in a luxurious, climate-controlled vehicle as the guide shares insights about the city’s iconic landmarks. A brief drive leads to the charming, colorful architecture of Alexandria, featuring the Masonic Temple and Christ Church.
Location
US Navy Memorial Plaza
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
(342 Ratings)
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Angela
May 26, 2026
Review - Wonderful experience. Our guide loved history and his job. He had so much info and even more enthusiasm! Loved it. Worth the money!
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Norikom389
May 25, 2026
Amazing and very knowledgeable guide - The ride from pickup location to destination was not short but our guide and driver pointed out interesting anecdotes along the way which made the ride fun and an opportunity to learn new things
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Thea_m
May 20, 2026
Great history lesson! - There is a good amount of uneven walking on Mount Vernon, so wear comfortable shoes, but a great experience at both Mount Vernon and Alexandria. The tour guide was very knowledgeable!
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Aztxcact
May 19, 2026
Thorough, professional - The guide was knowledgeable and clear and answered questions Logistics were smooth, from registration to boarding to organization of the day. I can’t accurately compare the price value because I haven’t gone on many trips like this, but I would probably book this again.
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Chyanne_h
May 17, 2026
Half-day well spent - I recently took a half-day trip to Mount Vernon, which also included a bus tour of Old Alexandria, and it was an excellent experience from start to finish.
The tour was well organised, giving us time to see the highlights in the grounds, gardens, and house while still fitting in a relaxing and informative drive through Old Alexandria. The combination of history, scenery, and local insight made for a perfect half-day experience.
A special mention goes to Lori, our tour guide, who was absolutely fantastic. She was knowledgeable, engaging, and brought the history of the area to life with interesting stories and great humour throughout the trip. Her enthusiasm really made the experience memorable.
Khalif, our driver, was equally superb. He navigated the busy roads smoothly and safely, making the journey comfortable and stress-free. His professionalism and friendly attitude added to the overall enjoyment of the day.
I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Washington area and looking for an enjoyable and informative trip outside the city.
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Arthur_a
May 17, 2026
Nice Tour - This was a very nice tour. Lori, the tour guide, was very knowledgeable and informative. Would highly recommend.
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D1481nhthomask
May 16, 2026
Mount Vernon tour - Brittney our guide was pleasant and knowledgeable. Weather also cooperated making for a very good afternoon. The bus was clean and the driver also very pleasant.
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Gregg_m
May 27, 2026
Good tour - Good sights. Good history. Good guide. A little too much effort in hustling guests for a tip and positive review.
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Irene_r
May 16, 2026
Mount Vernon is not to be missed! - Mount Vernon is a beautiful place to see. The bus was clean comfortable and air conditioned. We were able to securely leave our backpacks on the bus during our tour. Britney was a great tour guide, narrating our ride through the city, pointing out the historic sites and telling interesting facts and stories with humor and personality. She guided our tour of the Mount Vernon grounds and taught us about the tombs of the Washington family and also about the lives and burial grounds of the enslaved people who lived and worked there. We took off one star because we wished there had been an extra hour to spend more time in the historical museum on site.
Thank you for a great tour!
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Dorothy_m
May 24, 2026
Our tour guide Elvis was... - Our tour guide Elvis was great thus the 2 stars.. Very knowledgeable about DC and Mt Vernon. Problems- they state the tour will not proceed in inclement weather. That is not the case. It was raining the entire time. You will be handed a very cheap garbage bag poncho and walk through rain and mud. If this is not your cup of tea make sure to cancel the day before. We did not therefore we did tour because we did not want to loose our money. Tour through the house was a bust as they crowded all 25 of us into one tour. It’s normally around 10. We were packed like sardines into the small rooms. Some areas could not fit everyone so the rest had to stand outside and miss the presentations. Between the weather and house tour it made for a miserable day.
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