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15 Best Mount Vernon & Alexandria Day Trips

The Mount Vernon days: Washington’s estate with its river view, gardens and uncomfortable history, all presented straight. Old Town Alexandria’s cobblestones fill the other half.

2.Day or Night Grand Tour of DC with Optional Mount Vernon Upgrade

Explore Washington DC’s iconic landmarks with a guided bus tour, featuring top sights, live narration, and optional Mount Vernon visit for a full day.

★ 4.0

“Our guide did a wonderful job - evidently there were others who had booked the tour and we a no shows - so the in essence had a private tour - what makes this special is he still gave it his all Just as if…”

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3.From Washington DC: Old Town Alexandria & Mount Vernon Tour

Discover Washington's history with this 5-hour guided tour to Old Town Alexandria and Mount Vernon, featuring expert guides, stunning sights, and great value.

★ 4.6

“Our tour guide Joey was excellent. She knew the history of the area and pointed out many attractions as we made our way from DC to Mount Vernon through Alexandria. Our vehicle was a Sprinter, a very comfortable ride. Mt Vernon is a very popular…”

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4.George Washington’s Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission

Explore George Washington's Mount Vernon with grounds access, self-guided tours, and weekend demonstrations; a balanced mix of history, scenery, and authenticity.

★ 4.5

“The mansion is gorgeous with an amazing view of the Potomac. The guide at the entrance of the mansion was informative and able to answer all my questions.”

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6.George Washington’s Mount Vernon Half-Day Tour from Washington DC

Discover George Washington’s Mount Vernon with this half-day tour from D.C., exploring the mansion, grounds, and history, including insights into slavery and the estate's legacy.

★ 4.0

“Excellent driver. But, there was not enough time to see the entire estate. By the time we finished with the home tour, we were rushed to get back on the bus.”

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7.Washington DC Night-Time City Bus Tour with Optional Mount Vernon

Discover Washington DC at night with this 3-4 hour bus tour showcasing monuments and memorials illuminated after dark, with optional Mount Vernon visit.

★ 4.0

“The driver took us to all of the cities highlights, he shared lots of information. The van was clean and cool on a hot day. The driver went out of his way to make sure we all got safely where we needed to be.”

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10.Private Guided Tour of George Washington’s Mount Vernon

Explore George Washington’s Mount Vernon with a private guide, including mansion access, grounds, and tomb, for a personalized, in-depth experience.

★ 4.5

“This was amazing. Well worth every penny. Cant say enough about our guide. She was a true historian! You could tell she loved her job. She was more than amazing!!!!!”

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11.Water Taxi from Wharf or Old Town Alexandria

Experience stunning views of D.C.’s monuments on a scenic boat ride to Alexandria Old Town. Enjoy friendly service, flexible schedules, and great value.

★ 4.0

“The water taxi was a fun alternative to get to Alexandria, on the Potomac. It was a cool, but lovely evening, and we road the taxi to Alexandria and ate a terrific array of Happy Hour treats at the beautiful Chart House, located at the…”

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12.Holiday Lights Tour of Washington DC and Old Town Alexandria

Experience Washington DC’s holiday magic on a 3-hour bus tour, visiting iconic Christmas trees, festive lights, and historic sites—perfect for seasonal cheer.

★ 4.0

“Aside from the “tacky” presentation at the Gaylord at National Harbor, it was a tour we enjoyed. Derrick, our guide, was knowledgeable and entertaining, and Tanya, our driver, did a great job.”

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13.George Washington’s Mount Vernon & Old Alexandria Half-Day Guided Tour from DC

Discover key historical sites near DC with this half-day guided tour, including Mount Vernon estate, Old Alexandria, and landmarks along the Potomac.

★ 3.5

“It was a very nice pleasant drive to Mt. Vernon. We enjoyed the tour of Alexandria. The driver was helpful and fun.”

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15.Mount Vernon Bus and Walking Tour

Discover Washington DC's highlights with a guided bus, walking, and seasonal cruise tour. Explore top monuments, history, and scenic views in one day.

★ 4.5

“The tour covers almost all of the most popular and important sites you need to see in DC. It’s well planned. My tour guide did a great job providing us a lot of interesting information and history at each site. A fun trip.”

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More Mount Vernon & Alexandria Day Trips

4.0Admission & Guided Tour of Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria6 hours (approx.)$99.00 5.0Mount Vernon & Old Town Alexandria Private Tour5 hours (approx.)$467.50 4.0Mount Vernon Historical Walking Tour with Transportation from DC5 hours (approx.)$99.00 4.0From Washington DC: Mount Vernon Bus & Walking Tour4 - 7 hours$99 4.1Washington DC: Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip5 hours$99 4.5Old Town Alexandria in a Day with Round Trip Ferry Cruise$119.00 4.1Washington DC: Mount Vernon Half-Day Tour5 hours$99 4.5Small Group Washington D.C, U.S Capitol & Mount Vernon 1-Day Tour$95.00 3.4Washington: Mt. Vernon, Alexandria & Arlington Cemetery Tour6 hours$89 3.9From Washington DC: Half Day Trip to Mount Vernon with Guide4 - 7 hours$99 4.0Washington DC Night-Time City Tour with Visit to Mount Vernon8 hours (approx.)$158.00 3.5PrivateTour of Mount Vernon By Van.4 to 5 hours (approx.)$500.00 4.0Washington DC Full Day Tour with Morning Sightseeing & Mount Vernon Admission8 hours (approx.)$158.00 5.0Mount Vernon & Old Alexandria with Night-Time Sightseeing Tour of Washington DC8 to 9 hours (approx.)$158.00 5.0Private Mount Vernon Tour for up to 10 Guests4 hours (approx.)$825.00 5.0From DC: Old Town Alexandria in a Day with Round Trip Ferry$119 5.0Private Mount Vernon Tour: Explore Washingtons Legacy4 hours$650 5.0Private Walking-Guided Mount Vernon Tour4 hours (approx.)$950.00 5.0Private Mount Vernon and Arlington National Cemetery Tour$550.00 5.0Mount Vernon & Alexandria: Private Day Trip from Washington DC$945.00 5.0Washington DC: Private Day Tour of Mount Vernon & Alexandria5 hours$1,599 5.0Washington DC Day to Night with Mount Vernon Small Group 12 Tour$138.00 Private Transportation to Mount Vernon Historical Tour$525.00 Explore Mount Vernon and Historic Old Town Alexandria$650.00