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Old Town Alexandria and Mount Vernon Tour

701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Duration

5 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

Step back in time to when George Washington was founding the United States when you take this tour of his former home, Mount Vernon, and Old Town Alexandria. See the 18th- and 19th-century buildings of Alexandria, including the Masonic Memorial dedicated to the first president. Then, tour the former estate of George Washington where you can learn about the story of his life and watch historic reenactments.

  • Learn about the history of George Washington
  • Admire the candy-colored homes of Alexandria
  • Ride in an air-conditioned vehicle through town
  • Take in views of Washington DC from the Potomac

What To Expect

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George Washington’s Mount Vernon



Guided Tour. Arguably the birthplace of the city itself, George Washington’s former estate is located just 13 miles from the capital’s center. The second half of this tour involves an in-depth foray through the mansion, with entrance tickets to the grounds and gardens included. Interactive, historic reenactments bring the founding father’s story to life, while a guided tour of the building helps shine a light on his fascinating story.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Old Town



Guided tour. A short drive brings you to the candy-colored architecture of Alexandria, where you can take a tour of some monuments notable to the former president – including the Masonic Temple and Christ Church.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Alexandria’s Christ Church



Brief photo Stop

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Alexandria City Hall & Market Square



Drive by Alexandria City Hall & Market Square

• Admission Ticket Free

Boyhood Home of Robert E. Lee



Drive by Robert E. Lee’s Home

• Admission Ticket Free

Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum



Stabler Lead-beater Apothecary store where Washington got his medication

• Admission Ticket Free

Gadsby’s Tavern Museum



Gadspy’s Tavern where Washington celebrated his last birthday

• Admission Ticket Free

George Washington Memorial Parkway



Driving down one of the scenic routes in the DC area with views of the Potomac River and views of Washington, DC from the Virginia side of the Potomac River.

• Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance Tickets to Mount Vernon
  • Live Tour Guide (in English)
  • Lunch

Durations

5 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
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